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In this episode we have UNLV alum and 5 year NFL linebacker, Adam Seward, on the podcast. Seward was drafted in 2005 by the Carolina Panthers where he spent 3 seasons before signing with the Indianapolis Colts for 2 more years.
In this episode we break down Adam’s college career; the struggle of performing well individually on a mediocre team, and the wisdom Adam would have shared with his younger self. We then dive into his time in the NFL, the social dynamics and business of the league, and finally his transition out and onto the next chapter of his life; Why he chose to travel and learn new languages, and how those experiences changed his world view and his values.
Chapters
3:20 - Adam Seward
4:44 - Adam’s college experience at UNLV in Vegas
9:10 - The process of getting drafted
12:50 - Dealing with a low performing team as a high performing player
19:40 - Adam’s experience in the NFL
24:50 - The social dynamics and business of the NFL
30:20 - The pinciple of Adam’s NFL career
34:35 - When Adam knew his career was over and the process of reinventing himself
44:50 - How living abroad changed Adam’s values
55:20 - Where does the desire to be great come from?
1:02:40 - How does the NFL mindset translate to other areas of life
1:08:20 - The next dream for Adam and the journey of fatherhood
1:13:35 - Advice for athletes and individuals going through a big transition
1:16:20 - What does success mean and what does it look like?
1:19:50 - Dealing with anger and resentment
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