From Foster Care to Olympic Gold with Kriss Akabusi

Elizabeth spoke to Olympic legend Kriss Akabusi reveals the extraordinary journey from a challenging childhood foster care during the Nigerian civil war, to becoming a world-class athlete and inspirational figure.We spoke about:💪 How discipline and sports became his pathway to self-discovery🇳🇬 Reconnecting with his Nigerian roots and identity after years of rejecting it🎙️ His spiritual awakening and complex relationship with faith---🎟️ Book your ticket for the SACRED LIVE: https://linktr.ee/sacr...🎙️ Follow The Sacred: linktr.ee/sacredpodcast 📖 Follow Elizabeth Oldfield: www.elizabetholdfield.com/ 💡 Produced by the ‪@thinktanktheos‬ www.theosthinktank.co.uk/ ✍️ Follow Kriss Akabusi: https://www.instagram....CHAPTERS00:00:00 Come to The Sacred Live!00:00:32 Intro00:01:32 What is Sacred to you? Kriss Akabusi answers00:03:02 Childhood Influences 00:05:46 Family Background and Nigerian Heritage00:09:40 Experiences in Children's Home and Care System00:12:48 Turning Point: A Moment of Realisation00:17:04 Reunion with Mother and Cultural Disconnection00:22:14 Understanding Parental Sacrifices and Forgiveness00:23:02 Transition to Adulthood and Name Change00:25:32 Life in the Army and Discovering Athletic Talent00:27:55 Finding Purpose Through Sport00:29:04 The 1991 Relay Race: A Game-Changing Strategy00:34:38 The Spirituality of Sport00:41:19 Evolving Spirituality: A Personal Journey00:47:23 Embracing Heritage and Identity00:50:11 The Gift of Life AwarenessKeywords:Kriss, Akabusi, Olympic, Champion, Resilience, Foster, Care, Sports, Motivation, Inspiration, Athlete, Success, Overcoming, Adversity, Personal, Growth, Nigerian, Heritage, Spirituality, Faith, Transformation, Life, Journey, Childhood, Trauma, Mental, Strength, Determination, Achievement, Empowerment, Diversity, Inclusion, Multicultural, Identity, Purpose, Mindset, Coaching, Mentorship, Leadership, Autobiography, Memoir, Triumph, Challenges, Breakthrough, Courage, Discipline, Self-Improvement, Motivation, Storytelling, Empathy, Racism, Survival, Resilience, Immigrant, Experience, Mentality, Willpower, Breakthrough, Potential, Mindfulness, Healing, Transformation, Empowerment, Ancestry, Cultural, Legacy, Perseverance, Vulnerability, Authenticity, Wisdom, Redemption#podcast #KrissAkabusi #Resilience #OlympicChampion #personalgrowth