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EPISODE · Nov 3, 2025 · 44 MIN

Your Story IS Your Strength | Faith, Family, and Fitness Unpacked with Ironman Contestant Shawn Ruiz

from The Soulful Project Podcast · host Samantha Madrid Dodge

Send us Fan MailDo you ever wonder how to transform the biggest challenges of your past into your greatest strength today? Join us as first-generation college graduate Shawn Ruiz shares the profound lessons he learned from his upbringing, detailing how he utilized fitness, family, and vulnerability to develop an Ironman-level mindset and discover his true purpose.Meet 26-year-old Shawn Ruiz, raised in Philadelphia and currently living in Tampa, Florida, who sits down today to share his journey of resilience, fitness, and spirituality with you. Shawn discusses how he navigated challenges in his young life, particularly through his rough upbringing as a child, relying on the support of his single mother, and how the absence of his father impacted his life. He emphasizes the role of fitness in personal development and the significance of vulnerability in building connections. He also sheds some light on finding purpose through hobbies, the impact of spirituality, and his ambitious goal of completing an Ironman in a few weeks. You'll leave feeling encouraged to reflect on your own story and explore ways to grow and connect with others.Support the show

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Send us Fan Mail Do you ever wonder how to transform the biggest challenges of your past into your greatest strength today? Join us as first-generation college graduate Shawn Ruiz shares the profound lessons he learned from his upbringing, detailing how he utilized fitness, family, and vulnerability to develop an Ironman-level mindset and discover his true purpose. Meet 26-year-old Shawn Ruiz, raised in Philadelphia and currently living in Tampa, Florida, who sits down today to share his jour...

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