#36 From Rage to Rings: Ray Lewis’s NFL Journey and Unbreakable Mindset

from Performers · host Dr. Duncan Simpson and Dr. Greg Young

What does it take to rise from abandonment, abuse, and poverty—and become the fiercest linebacker in NFL history?Ray Lewis wasn’t just a force on the football field—he was forged in the fire of adversity. In I Feel Like Going On, Lewis takes us deep into his story: fatherless beginnings, relentless self-discipline, a near-career-ending scandal, and a comeback story for the ages.Join Dr. Duncan Simpson and Dr. Greg Young as they dive into the darkness and drive behind one of football’s most feared—and revered—leaders of all time.🏆 Why pain became Ray’s comfort zone—and the fuel for greatness 🔥 How he turned childhood scars into unmatched discipline and intensity 💪 What it means to chase demons and why some of the best are driven by their darkest wounds 🧠 How Lewis simplified the game—and life—into one relentless principle: beat the man in front of you 💡 Why leadership isn’t always about talking—it’s about showing up, even when it hurtsRay’s story is raw, physical, emotional—and deeply human. Whether you’re an athlete, coach, parent, or leader, you’ll walk away with lessons on identity, drive, and how to finish what you start.🎧 Ready to redefine what toughness really means? Press play now.Support the show by paying what you can here: https://ko-fi.com/performerspodListen on Spotify:⁠ ⁠Spotify⁠⁠Listen on Apple:⁠ ⁠Apple⁠⁠Watch & Listen on YouTube:⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠⁠Buy the book: I Feel Like Going On: Life, Game, and Glory Socials:⁠⁠Instagram⁠ - @Performerspod⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/performerspod/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Linkedin - Duncan⁠ Simpson⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/duncan-simpson-ph-d-cmpc-76244b1a/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Linkedin - Greg Young⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-young-ph-d-cmpc-64765a35/⁠⁠ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@performers.pod?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Chapters00:00 The Journey Begins: Ray Lewis's Early Life06:04 The Impact of Abandonment and Family Dynamics14:04 Finding Solace in Sports: The Role of Football21:40 Mindset and Identity: The Essence of Competition28:00 Confronting the Past: A Father's Absence28:58 The Burden of Legacy31:19 Channeling Anger into Motivation33:25 The Journey of Self-Discovery35:42 Wrestling with Identity and Experience37:41 Cross-Training and Skill Transfer40:03 Chasing Demons for Motivation42:54 The Road to the State Title44:34 The NFL Draft Journey56:45 Trivia and Early Career Insights57:21 The Rise of Ray Lewis58:53 Controversy and Resilience01:00:55 The 2000 Ravens Defense01:02:17 Super Bowl Glory and Personal Triumph01:04:25 Reconnecting with Family01:06:49 Transforming Pain into Purpose01:08:24 The Comeback Journey01:11:15 The Power of Purpose01:15:27 Life Lessons from Ray Lewis

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