From The Game 2 Grace

Jarius & Candice Hayes
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From the Game 2 Grace is a podcast for families navigating blended family challenges, caregiving responsibilities, mental health struggles, life transitions, and the unique journey after professional sports. If you’re a parent in a blended family, a caregiver supporting a loved one, a spouse adjusting to life after professional football,or a family touched by mental illness this space is for you. Join us in the conversation for real stories, encouragement, and practical tools to help you keep going with hope and resilience. We’re Candice and Jarius Hayes married for 29 years, parents of a blended family, entrepreneurs, and authors. Our journey has taken us from single motherhood and life after Jarius’s career in the NFL, to raising three children and serving as full-time caregivers for our son through his mental health battle. Those experiences fuel our passion to walk with you.

  1. 10 Apr

    When Identity Shifts

    Former NFL player Jarius Hayes, sits down with his wife Candice to discuss his book A Message To The Man, a powerful guide for men navigating emotions, marriage, discipline, and friendships. In this honest conversation, Jarius opens up about: Transitioning from NFL spotlight to everyday life The difference between discipline on the field and discipline in life. Whether you're a current or former NFL player, a father trying to lead your family well, or a man searching for your identity after a major life transition this conversation will challenge you to rethink what it means to be a man of strength, vulnerability, and grace. Get the book: A Message To The Man by: Jarius Hayes https://a.co/d/09EqnCb3 Subscribe for more honest conversations about life after the game, marriage, mental health, and building a legacy beyond the spotlight. CONNECT WITH US: 🎙️ Podcast: From The Game 2 Grace INSTAGRAM FromtheGame2Grace TIK TOK FromTheGame2Grace #NFLtransition, #lifeafterfootball, #retiredNFLplayers, #fatherhood, #blendedfamily, #mentalhealth, #marriageadviceformen, #mentorship, #emotionalintelligence, #grace, #discipline, #formerathletes, #careertransition, #JariusHayes, #AMessageToThe Man Listen & subscribe for more real conversations about family, identity, and legacy.

    29 min

  2. 8 Feb

    Finding Purpose after loosing a scholarship

    We sit down for a powerful and personal conversation in “Choosing Purpose Over Paychecks.” Our guest shares Kendall Harrison, owner of Rocket City Movers of Huntsville, how he went from losing his college scholarship to working two jobs while attending school full-time to graduating and landing a stable corporate career in logistics engineering only to walk away after three years and start a moving company from the ground up. Now, 6 years into running his own business, he opens up about the mindset behind his decisions, what entrepreneurship has taught him, and how he defines success today. This is more than a business story it’s about resilience, risk-taking, and creating a legacy on your own terms.

    30 min

  3. 1 Feb

    You dont have to do this alone

    Parenting can feel overwhelming, but grace meets you where you are even in the hardest moments. In this episode of "From the Game 2 Grace," we tackle the pressures of parenting and the emotional toll of caregiving with Dr. Mari PhD, together we discuss how to ask for help without guilt, redefine expectations, and find strength in vulnerability. Whether you’re a parent feeling isolated, a mother wrestling with pride, or simply someone searching for purpose beyond the platform, this episode offers real stories, generational impact, and tools to believe in the process of growth. You don’t need to do it alone a supportive village is essential. Let this reminder of grace encourage you to lean into the journey and embrace the daily victories. Listen & subscribe for more real conversations. Information about our guest on this episode is as follows: Dr. Mari PHD, is a licensed behavioral health expert, life coach, and founder of The Village, a holistic wellness community where healing, growth, and sisterhood thrive. With more than 20 years of experience in mental health and personal development, she empowers women to set healthy boundaries, rediscover joy, and protect their peace. Known for her warm yet insightful approach, Dr. Mari PHD, blends clinical expertise with soulful wisdom to guide others toward wholeness, balance, and purpose. Additional information please visit her website : drmariphd.com

    43 min

  4. 26 Jan

    I thought I could handle it

    Over a course of seven years, my husband and I walked through something we never expected,caring for our youngest son through a mental health crisis. We were caregivers. Parents. Faithful. But I was still a mother, and a woman,trying to hold it all together without falling apart. In this solo episode, I’m not here as a co-host. I’m here as a mother who silently carried more than most people knew. As a woman who didn’t know how to say, “I’m not okay.” This journey changed me deeply emotionally, mentally, spiritually. And today, I’m finally sharing what I never thought I’d say out loud. If you’ve ever held it together for everyone else while falling apart inside… this one is for you. FromTheGame2Grace

    31 min

  5. 25 Jan

    How we turned Pain into Purpose

    Over the course seven years, we kept our deepest challenge quiet. Behind the smiles, the business, the parenting, and the ministry we were navigating something incredibly heavy: our son’s battle with mental illness. We didn’t know who we could speak with and not judge our situation. We didn’t know who would understand. We were just trying to survive. In this episode, we open up about what no one saw the toll it took on us as parents, as a couple, and as people of faith. We also share the hope we found, the grace that sustained us, and what we wish more families knew when facing silent battles. If you're walking through something no one else sees, this is for you. You're not alone. Listen & subscribe for more real conversations FromThe Game2Grace.

    37 min

  6. 28/12/2025

    Grace Over Grind

    In this soul stirring episode of From the Game 2 Grace, Jarius and Candice Hayes have a heart-to-heart about what it looks like to move from grind to grace a personal, spiritual, and emotional shift away from performance-driven living and toward a more grounded, God-led life. This isn’t a surface-level chat about work-life balance it’s a real conversation about the pressure to produce, the mental and spiritual toll of constant hustle, and the decision to choose peace over performance. Whether you’re: • Building a business • Transitioning after professional sports • Navigating burnout • Or simply tired of grinding through life on your own strength. This episode will meet you where you are and remind you: you don’t have to hustle to prove your worth. There’s another way and it starts with grace.

    28 min

  7. 03/11/2025

    Burn Out Warning

    Burnout can creep in quietly, but better rest is the key to reclaiming balance and purpose. In this heartfelt episode of From the Game 2 Grace, Jarius and Candice Hayes are joined by Dr. Mari, a mental health expert, to explore practical ways to prevent burnout and take control of your emotional and mental well-being. From navigating life after football to managing the unique challenges of a blended family, this conversation dives into real stories of pain, healing, and hope. Dr. Mari shares her personal journey, offering insights on how faith, community, and intentional habits can transform adversity into strength. Together, they tackle questions many of us wrestle with: How do we find purpose beyond the platform? How do we address mental health in a culture that often says "keep it to yourself"? And most importantly, how do we prioritize rest without guilt?  You'll learn actionable tips to reclaim restorative sleep, build a supportive village, and nourish your spirit all while embracing grace in moments of struggle. Whether you're managing life transitions, wrestling with identity, or trying to believe in the process, this episode is a reminder that grace meets you where you are. Be encouraged: your story isn't over, and the legacy you leave can inspire generational impact. Rest, reflect, and keep moving forward. Grace is always the next play. #supportgroups #sleepimportance #burnoutrecovery #supportsystem #familydynamics #yourvillage #mentalwellness

    50 min

  8. 27/10/2025

    Home Equity: The Game Changer You Need

    New Episode Alert! This week on From TheGame2Grace, we’re unpacking into a powerful conversation with the founder of Got Equity Sophia Langford a brand rooted in purpose and built to challenge the status quo.  She breaks down what equity really means, why it matters, and how she’s building a business that stands for more than just profit. This episode is full of real talk, practical gems, and inspiring insight for anyone looking to grow, lead, or simply stay true to their purpose.

    17 min
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From the Game 2 Grace is a podcast for families navigating blended family challenges, caregiving responsibilities, mental health struggles, life transitions, and the unique journey after professional sports. If you’re a parent in a blended family, a caregiver supporting a loved one, a spouse adjusting to life after professional football,or a family touched by mental illness this space is for you. Join us in the conversation for real stories, encouragement, and practical tools to help you keep going with hope and resilience. We’re Candice and Jarius Hayes married for 29 years, parents of a blended family, entrepreneurs, and authors. Our journey has taken us from single motherhood and life after Jarius’s career in the NFL, to raising three children and serving as full-time caregivers for our son through his mental health battle. Those experiences fuel our passion to walk with you.

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  • Creator
    Jarius & Candice Hayes
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 Jarius & Candice Hayes
  • Show Website
    From The Game 2 Grace