#79. The Constant Injuries & Doubt Almost Broke My Wrestling Dreams … But Didn’t! - Scott Green

In this episode, Scott Green shares his inspiring journey from a small mining town in Cobar, New South Wales, to follow his dream of becoming a professional wrestler. Despite facing skepticism, he emphasizes the importance of resilience, self-discovery, and pursuing what truly makes you happy. We discuss the physical and mental demands of wrestling and Scott’s work with at-risk youth, where he draws valuable lessons from his career to help guide others. He also reflects on his Indigenous heritage and the significance of community support and mentorship. Scott wraps up with powerful advice for anyone struggling to chase their dreams, encouraging them to embrace the "what if" mindset and leap over fulfillment. About our guest: Scott Green is an Australian professional wrestler, known for his dynamic in-ring style and engaging persona. Standing at 6 feet 4 inches and weighing 209 pounds, he began his wrestling career on January 23, 2021, after training under Adam Hoffman and Carter Deams. Known for his signature moves like the "One And Stonely," "Rolling Flatty," and "Sky High," he competes primarily with Pro Wrestling Australia (PWA) and is part of the tag team "The Dropouts" alongside Tuckman. He has been involved in notable matches, including a Trans-Tasman Championship bout against Dan Archer. Follow Our Guest: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scott.green__/ Follow Us On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestevehodgson/ https://www.instagram.com/sharewithsteve/ Episode Highlights: 00:00 - Episode Trailer 02:11 - The Wrestling Dream Begins 06:29 - Wrestling: Scripted or Real? 08:47 - Learning Safe Wrestling Techniques 12:54 - Mental Process Before the Ring 14:55 - Wrestling Hurts More Than Expected 19:32 - The reason behind every performance 24:12 - Biggest setback 28:35 - Risk Failure for Your Dreams 32:29 - Finding purpose in helping troubled youth 36:44 - Indigenous Identity and Pride 39:30 - Need for Indigenous Parliamentary Voice 45:47 - Multinational influence on Indigenous diets 49:11 - Using wrestling as a platform for influence 52:38 - True success