Living As You

#85: Irene Frazier - Spreading Your Wings

We all know what it’s like to feel constrained in some way. Whether restricted by family or a job, the freeness of truly spreading our wings and taking flight is second to none. Today on Living As You, we sit down with a fearless self-starter and the current Director of Administration for the Inspiring Children Foundation, Irene Frazier. In our interview, we discuss Irene’s journey from Taiwan, family sacrifices, and the discernment process when choosing which passions to follow. If you are at a crossroads in life, then this episode was created specifically for you. _________________________ Irene Frazier https://www.linkedin.com/in/irene-frazier-b726b213/ https://inspiringchildren.org/

#84: Derick Grant - The Pursuit of Mindfulness

Have you ever realized that you are not your thoughts? Mental Performance Coach, Derick Grant, would attest that you are the awareness behind your thoughts, not the thoughts themselves. The former Globetrotter and current speaker is a giant believer that stillness and awareness of one’s thoughts is where the magic of life exists. This week on Living As You, we sat down with the mindfulness coach to talk life perceptions, releasing expectations, and the power of belief. Everything that you are looking for is within you at this very moment. _________________________ Derick Grant https://www.dgmindset.com/ http://www.derickgrantbasketball.com/ https://www.instagram.com/dgmindset/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/derick-grant-results/

#83: Gary Pierre - Finding Hope Amidst Darkness

What gives you hope in the hardest of times? Is it a future event? A family member or friend? This week on Living As You, we sit down with a warrior who has chosen hope amidst poverty, tragedies, and multiple natural disasters. Gary Pierre is a rising senior at Franciscan University, collegiate tennis player, and master of six languages. Whether speaking with the US Congress or interning with the United Nations, this courageous leader is changing the world through humility and hope. Enjoy a conversation on daily sacrifice, ultimate forgiveness, and the importance of giving back. _________________________ Gary Pierre https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-us-rebuild-our-familys-future?utm_source=customer&utm_medium=copy_link_all&utm_campaign=m_pd+share-sheet https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-pierre-/ https://franciscanathletics.com/sports/mens-tennis/roster/gary-pierre/3827 https://inspiringchildren.org/

#82: Lindsay Allen - Valuing the Grind

What’s one of the hardest things about showing up to work every day? Appreciating the monotonous challenges that every job entails. Our Living As You guest of the week, Lindsay Allen, would attest that consistency and valuing the grind are two actions that will bring anyone greater fulfillment in their profession. This week, we sit down with the WNBA basketball player and Indiana Fever star to talk family influences, positive mindsets, and pre-game mindfulness. If you’ve never chatted with the Notre Dame alum, get ready for an impactful and story-filled conversation. _________________________ Lindsay Allen https://www.wnba.com/player/lindsay-allen/ https://www.thenexthoops.com/p/lindsay-allen-key-role-indiana-fever-culture https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I5sZjSS0UDg&ab_channel=IndianaFever https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lindsay_Allen

#81: James McGee - The Hero's Journey

At this moment in time, you are on your own unique life adventure, an experience that Joseph Campbell coined “The Hero’s Journey.” Whether you’re advancing towards a call or encountering a trial, James McGee would argue that following what’s right is the secret of conquering the journey of life. This week on “Living As You,” we sit down with the former Irish professional tennis player and current Inspiring Children Foundation Staff Member to discuss life’s purpose, the art of meditation, and the joy in letting go of thoughts. Enjoy a conversation of professional tennis stories and mindfulness wisdom. _________________________ James McGee https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_McGee_(tennis) https://twitter.com/jamesmcgee01?lang=en https://www.instagram.com/jamesmcgee01/ https://www.atptour.com/en/players/james-mcgee/mg47/overview