60. Showing Up for Others: Life Isn't a Spectator Sport with Rodney Flowers

Rodney Flowers was a young, healthy athlete with dreams of a future in the NFL, until at age 15, he experienced a football injury that left him paralyzed. Doctors told him that he would never walk again.&nbsp; But Rodney didn’t give up here. Instead, he made a conscious decision to transform his destiny. Step by step, with faith, perseverance and an unwavering belief in himself, he achieved his goal. &nbsp; Today, Rodney is no longer confined to a wheelchair and is an internationally recognized Transformational Speaker. He travels the world coaching individuals, groups, businesses and organizations alike, to share his story and teach the principles that inspire and motivate people to overcome challenges, find strength in adversity, and never give up on their dreams and aspirations! Looking to get empowered and strengthened to live out your purpose and face challenges? Tune into the episode, this is one you can't miss. &nbsp; [00:01 - 4:29] Opening Segment &nbsp; I introduce Rodney Flowers Quick bio Rodney shares his incredible story Loving football as a kid&nbsp; Injury at 15 leading to paralysis&nbsp; He was told he would never walk again Going from discouragement to a shift in mindset Facing the trauma head on to set an example [04:30 - 16:30] Taking on the Responsibility of Overcoming Challenges Rodney dives deeper into his pivot to a positive mindset Realizing and labelling the real source of pain&nbsp; Going on an internal search for hope&nbsp; Asking ‘what if?’ questions Deciding to be an overcomer Accepting challenges as a responsibility&nbsp; The ‘Game Changing Mentality’ Are you alive and breathing?&nbsp; You are in the game of life&nbsp; You WILL face opposition&nbsp;&nbsp; <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-leve