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Tackling Life

Ray Lewis and Dr. Christian Conte
Success in sports mirrors success in life. The keys are to set goals, work hard, be motivated, overcome obstacles and push through disappointments. In Tackling Life, one of the greatest sports legends of all time teams up with one of the most renowned experts on emotional management to tackle life through the lessons of sports. Ray Lewis and Dr. Christian Conte draw on their insatiable drive and passion, and immense experience to bring you a jam-packed, high-energy podcast that will inspire, motivate, and educate, and give you a blueprint for a happier, more successful life.
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Episodes

The 100th Episode

On the 100th episode of Tackling Life, Ray and Dr. Conte explore the questions: What do you bring to the world? What do people get from being around you? Plus, hear about Ray's inspirational foundation, Ray of Hope. And find out about Dr. Conte's new TV Show, "The Secret Life of Kids," debuting Friday, March 16 at 9 pm on USA Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 02, 201852 min

Ep 99: Tackling Fear

Ray and Dr. Conte respond to this week's tragic school shooting in Florida. Dr. Conte talks about how people respond to fear with anger, so when we can snap out of anger we can get out of a place of fear. The guys talk about how things won't get better until adults start to ask like adults. People have to put their immediate needs aside for the greater good. It's time for each of us to be the peace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Feb 16, 201842 min

Ep 98: Tackling Your Legacy

Hear more riveting stories from Ray's career and from when he got the official word that he was inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame on the first ballot. Ray talks about how preparation and effort are the keys to defining your legacy. But, he says the most important thing is that you live your life to please your mother! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 09, 20181 hr 3 min

ENCORE: Tackling the Haters

The psychology of external control v. internal control: how to take control of your life internally and not let the external world have control over you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 02, 20181 hr 2 min

Ep 97: Fan Friday

Ray and Dr. Conte share an inspiring listener story about how to be grateful for what you have and to not judge others. They also have advice for listener Melissa whose 15-year-old son stays in front of the computer all the time and only interacts with friends through his computer games. And they talk about how to stay motivated through the winter months. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 26, 201831 min

Ep 96: The Knock on the Door

Hear more of Ray's legendary football stories as we lead up to his induction to the NFL Hall of Fame. Also, hear his poignant definition of "success." And Ray and Dr. Conte talk about how to stop being bullied, and the lessons Ray learned from being bullied as a kid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 23, 20181 hr 6 min

Ep 95: Fan Friday -- Tackling Leadership

Fan Friday is back! Ray and Dr. Conte field a question from listener Kenny, a young baseball coach. He asks how he can establish himself as a trusted leader. The guys also have poignant advice for Barry who does tattoo removal for former gang members. He's asking how to best mentor them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 19, 201835 min

Ep 94: The Shoestring Perspective

Hear amazing, true-life stories from Ray's football career as he reminisces about his journey to the NFL Hall of Fame. Discover one of the origins of his quest for greatness. Learn the value of balance, communication and how to prepare for whatever situations that come your way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 15, 20181 hr 9 min

Ep 93: The Power of Words

Ray and Dr. Conte talk about how to be in control and not be a puppet by reacting to other people's words. They also talk about Ray's ride to the NFL Hall of Fame and they reflect on his career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 09, 20181 hr

ENCORE: Tackling the Haters

The psychology of external control v. internal control: how to take control of your life internally and not let the external world have control over you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 03, 20181 hr 2 min

ENCORE: Tackling Anxiety

Ray and Dr. Conte detail the three primary sources of anxiety, and what we must do internally to stop external reactions. Dr. Conte says life is an adventure, and nobody wants to watch an adventure movie where nothing happens. The key is to focus less on your struggles and focus more on the adventure. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 25, 20171 hr 3 min

Ep 92: Ray's Journey to the NFL Hall of Fame

Dr. Conte talks with Ray about the journey that led to the NFL Hall of Fame. It illustrates that who you are is in fact what you are willing to chase, and that how you endure your losses and failures is how you become who you are. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 18, 201758 min

ENCORE: Controlling Your Energy

Energy always matters. Ray and Dr. Conte talk about how to control your energy to make sure it always works for you, and not against you. Plus they talk about how to stop other people from controlling your energy. And Ray reveals the "three light bulbs." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 15, 20171 hr 2 min

Ep 91: Tackling Space with Astronaut Reid Wiseman

Ray and Dr. Conte are joined by Astronaut Reid Wiseman with riveting stories of his six months in space and what it took to get there. Wiseman is a true-life illustration of many of the themes of this podcast: endurance, trust, connection, brotherhood and sacrifice to name a few. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 04, 201745 min

ENCORE: Tackling Getting Moving

Ray and Dr. Conte talk about how to channel anger and other emotions into taking action. Ray says that if you don't challenge yourself every day, you're on cruise control and you'll lose control. He also details the five things you deal with every day that negatively impact your life and how to effectively deal with them. And Dr. Conte has an amazing zen story about the greatness that can come from the unknown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Dec 01, 201755 min

Ep 90: Visualizing Your Future

Ray and Dr. Conte talk about the importance of having a plan for life, and regularly visualizing that plan. They also talk about the transformational effects of doing good things for people; being "the light." They issue a challenge to write in and share good news and the good things you're doing so they can highlight them on the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 20, 201748 min

Ep 89: Tackling Relationships

Take Ray and Dr. Conte's 30-day challenge to make your relationships better. The next several episodes will go in-depth on all aspects of relationships. On this episode, they talk about the power of touch, how your work ethic impacts your relationships, and the commitment to make each other better. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 14, 201740 min

ENCORE: Tackling the Alpha-Male

What does it mean to be an "alpha-male?" How do you know if you're an alpha male? Ray and Dr. Conte talk about the one key characteristic all alpha-males have. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 08, 201756 min

Ep 88: Hitting the Reset Button

Ray and Dr. Conte talk about how to pursue your passion, have no regrets, and change course when necessary. They also have an inside look at the top performers in the NFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 31, 201759 min

ENCORE: Connecting Mind, Body and Soul

Ray and Dr. Conte talk about how you can fully engage and what it means to not cheat yourself; how everything leads up to everything else. Plus hear how Ray successfully tackled stuttering in his youth, and Dr. Conte has a couple of powerful stories that leave Ray speechless. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 27, 201754 min

Ep 87: Leaders Inspiring Leaders with Phyllis Newhouse

Ray and Dr. Conte welcome Phyllis Newhouse, President of Leadership Inspiration Talks (LITalks.com). Her personal story is as uplifting and inspiring as her achievements. Born in North Carolina, one of 11 children with very modest means, her hard work ethic, determination and self-drive, the love of enhanced technology, and desire to make a difference, have led to her recognition as one of the top leaders in the technology industry and one of the most influential Women in Technology. Phyllis is ...

Oct 17, 201752 min

Ep 86: Show Me Your Works

You can't hide from your character. Ray and Dr. Conte talk about when fans feel the freedom to say whatever they want no matter how vile, uncivil or ignorant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 09, 201740 min

Ep 85: Tragedy in Las Vegas

Ray and Dr. Conte respond to last night's horrific mass shooting in Las Vegas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 02, 201742 min

Ep 84: Fan Friday - Humility in Action

Ray and Dr. Conte have a powerful reaction to a listener email from Brent about making judgments but being receptive enough to open your heart to the possibility of being wrong. And they respond to a listener email from Mike asking how to keep from being angry with people when they do the wrong things and you know you're right. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 29, 201729 min

Ep 83: Getting Back to Peace

Ray Lewis reveals why he knelt for the anthem at the Ravens game yesterday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 26, 201745 min

Ep: 82: Mastering Your Craft

Ray and Dr. Conte answer a listener question from Winston about how to use sports stats to improve your game. And they answer a listener question from John about how successful leaders use time in large organizations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 23, 201725 min

Ep 81: Bouncing Back

Ray and Dr. Conte have advice on how to not let losses or failures define you, and how to never look back and keep moving forward. They also have a laugh-out-loud method for dealing with pain. Plus, Ray debuts his non-profit, Ray of Hope Foundation, dedicated to uplifting those in dire need. Check it out at RayOfHopeFoundation.org. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 18, 201734 min

Ep 80: Fighting For Your Joy

Ray and Dr. Conte respond to a listener email from Robin about pushing through pain. And they respond to a listener email from Matthew about how to deal with negative and toxic people. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 17, 201727 min

ENCORE: Tackling the Stories We Tell Ourselves

The story you tell yourself dictates how you approach the world. Ray and Dr. Conte talk about how you can write your own story to match your vision and imagination, instead of a story that blocks you from accomplishing your goals. Ray shares some compelling and insightful stories from his own life and experiences both on the field and off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 11, 20171 hr

ENCORE: Fan Friday -- Tackling Listener Email

Ray and Dr. Conte respond to some listener email, including a moving message from Ali, a listener on the tiny Middle Eastern island of Bahrain where American football is non-existent. On this episode, you'll hear Ray's formula for greatness. And Dr. Conte reveals his three core principles that lead to greatness. You can submit messages for future Fan Fridays at TacklingLifePodcast.com. Or leave us a voicemail at (646) 762-4432. We may play your message on the show. Learn more about your ad choic...

Sep 09, 201726 min
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