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Tackling Life

Sports & Recreation Podcasts

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.

Location:

United States

Description:

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.

Language:

English

Contact:

212-545-8383


Episodes
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The 100th Episode

3/2/2018
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

Duration:00:46:08

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Ep 99: Tackling Fear

2/16/2018
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

Duration:00:40:43

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Ep 98: Tackling Your Legacy

2/9/2018
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

Duration:00:57:23

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ENCORE: Tackling the Haters

2/2/2018
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

Duration:00:56:46

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Ep 97: Fan Friday

1/26/2018
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

Duration:00:27:02

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Ep 96: The Knock on the Door

1/23/2018
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

Duration:01:00:52

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Ep 95: Fan Friday -- Tackling Leadership

1/19/2018
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

Duration:00:31:30

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Ep 94: The Shoestring Perspective

1/15/2018
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

Duration:01:03:38

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Ep 93: The Power of Words

1/9/2018
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

Duration:00:54:20

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ENCORE: Tackling the Haters

1/3/2018
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

Duration:00:58:59

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ENCORE: Tackling Anxiety

12/25/2017
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

Duration:00:59:01

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

12/18/2017
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

Duration:00:57:19

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ENCORE: Controlling Your Energy

12/15/2017
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

Duration:00:58:19

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Ep 91: Tackling Space with Astronaut Reid Wiseman

12/4/2017
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

Duration:00:40:49

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ENCORE: Tackling Getting Moving

12/1/2017
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

Duration:00:50:44

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Ep 90: Visualizing Your Future

11/20/2017
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

Duration:00:44:40

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Ep 89: Tackling Relationships

11/14/2017
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

Duration:00:36:26

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ENCORE: Tackling the Alpha-Male

11/8/2017
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

Duration:00:52:04

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Ep 88: Hitting the Reset Button

10/31/2017
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

Duration:00:55:19

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ENCORE: Connecting Mind, Body and Soul

10/27/2017
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

Duration:00:49:46