Thomas Scaria shares his powerful story of overcoming loss, transforming his life, and becoming an ultra-marathoner and resilience coach.
In this inspiring episode of UnMasking Humanity, Joshua T. Berglan interviews Thomas Scaria, author of the upcoming book "Resilience and Rise: 26.2 Transformative Miles to Unleash Your Marathon of Life Mindset." Thomas's journey is a remarkable testament to the strength of the human spirit. He candidly opens up about:
- The devastating double blow of losing his father and his job on the same day.
- His incredible transformation from a two-pack-a-day smoker to an accomplished ultra-marathoner (completing seven marathons in one year and one ultra-marathon).
- The key mindset shifts that allowed him to overcome these challenges and find a new purpose.
- His experience running five marathons in five consecutive weekends to raise money for cancer research, honoring those close to him who battled the disease.
- His insights as a resilience coach: the common characteristics he observes in people who bounce back from adversity.
- Practical suggestions for developing self-awareness, finding balance between pushing your limits and respecting your need for rest, and staying present.
- The profound impact of being present and how it can shift your perspective from "life happening to me" to "life happening for me."
- The vital roles of faith and purpose in navigating difficult times and achieving meaningful goals.
- His daily practices that support his resilience.
This conversation is packed with wisdom, inspiration, and actionable advice for anyone facing challenges or seeking to live a more fulfilling life. Thomas's story will resonate with anyone who believes in the power of the human spirit to overcome adversity and create positive change.
