FIERCE Athlete Podcast FIERCE Athlete

Communication îs an art. Whether with a coach, teammate, parent, friend, or in the media, the way we communicate  through our tone, body language, and words, reveals a lot. As athletes, we need to hone this skill. Sam, Danae, and Angel discuss how our communication has the power to heal and make others feel like they belong and are worth listening to, but also how it has the power to be toxic when used for gossip or when we ignore others. Ultimately, communication with God is our goal. Journey with us as we challenge and grow our ability to be a better teammate, leader, and Christian. 

Bible Verse: 1 Corinthians 13:1 If I speak in the tongues of mortals and of angels, but do not have love, I am a noisy gong or a clanging cymbal.

Takeaway: Set up a time to have an in person conversation with someone you haven't talked to in a while, or who needs a friend. 
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Ownership is essential not only to personal success, but also team success. This week we begin talking about elements of our toolbox that affect and involve others. Sam, Angel, and Danae discuss the importance of ownership to create a culture of trust, to navigate unforeseen circumstances, to discover your role, and to accept your reality. They get deep, warning us not to allow our ownership to impact our identity, and to not own things that are not ours to own. All of these principles apply to ownership in our spiritual life and our eternal destiny. You don't want to miss this episode! Get ready to be challenged and get ready to grow!

Bible Verse: Luke 15:11-32

Takeaway: Do an Examination of Conscience and go to Confession. Consider starting a Daily Examen.

Daily Examen: https://www.jesuits.org/spirituality/the-ignatian-examen/
Examination of Conscience: https://www.beginningcatholic.com/catholic-examination-of-conscience 
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"If I have a peaceful, quiet soul, it is going to allow the rest of my life to be balanced and focus." When the game gets heated or comes down to the wire...how do we stay focused on the task at hand? Angel, Sam, and Danae discuss the best way to refocus our selves, our minds, and our tasks in order to reach our goals, especially amidst the many many distractions that vie for our attention both on and off the court. You won't want to miss this very practical episode where we will break down the goals you want to achieve, and help you focus in on how to achieve them. The good news is our focus in our sport, allows us to focus in our path toward heaven. Join us on this journey as we grow together physically, mentally and spiritually.

Bible Verse:  1 Peter 5:8 Discipline yourselves, keep alert. Like a roaring lion your adversary the devil prowls around, looking for someone to devour. 


Takeaway #1: Set one long term goal, then three short term for the week. Write them somewhere you will see them multiple times a day.

Takeaway #2: Do a social media fast. 
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Join us as we jump back into our Athlete Toolbox- the attitudes and characteristics that will distinguish you as a player and person. While internal drive may get you out of bed in the morning, today we're talking about HOW you approach the workout, game, practice, and our sport. Yes- lets talk "Work Ethic". It is virtuous to work hard, to do everything in front of you to the best of your ability! Join this discussion of how to grow in discipline to positively impact your sport performance, your spiritual life, and your whole life- especially when no one else is watching or there. 

Bible Verse: 2 Thes 3:10-12 "For even when we were with you we gave you this command, anyone unwilling to work should not eat. For we hear that some of you are living irresponsibly, mere busy bodies, not doing any work. Now such persons we command and exhort in the Lord Jesus Christ, to do their work quietly and earn their own living."

Takeaway: "Do it Again" by Steven Furtick

Movie: "Greater"
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Macy Petty was forced to play against a man in high school club girls volleyball back in 2019. Since then she has found herself becoming a leading advocate to protect women's sports. In continuing our mini-series on Fighting for Women in Sport, Sam and Macy discuss what has inspired her to step out in truth. You don't want to miss this very full and vibrant conversation that covers discernment of spirits, protection of our right to free speech, the war on language, masculinity and femininity, and advocating for truth! Macy finishes by offering spiritual, sport-related and advocacy-related advice to our listeners. She encourages all of us to "not let the ball drop", but to continue to build on the efforts of so many women fighting for the preservation of women's sports.

Follow Macy: @macypetty
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Paula Scanlan, former Penn swimmer and teammate of Lia Thomas, speaks to Sam about faith, courage, friendships, and what led her to come out as a public advocate. Given her unique and personal experience, she is currently fighting against biological men competing in women’s sports and violating women’s locker room spaces. Unique to this interview, Paula opens up about how she was let down by those in her life, including the Church, and how God brought resurrection to those relationships through her public spotlight. She reminds us, as Catholics, we need to be both educated on this issue, and also have the courage to fight for truth and the dignity of women and women’s sports and privacy. Take a listen, share with your friends and teammates, and join us in the Fight for Women in Sport. 
Follow Paula on Twitter: @PaulaYScanlan


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