What Every Guy in 2024 Should Know About Relationships and Growth! with Guest Grayson Work-Fields

In this episode of The Fully Connected Podcast, Chris Jones sits down with Grayson, a former college football player turned podcast host, to discuss his journey from sports to self-improvement. Grayson shares how his college football career shaped his mindset, as well as the lessons he's learned about discipline, confidence, and resilience.

They dive into Grayson’s personal growth, his experience as a YMCA director, and the challenges of modern dating, vulnerability, and family dynamics. Grayson also opens up about the struggles of losing his job, going through a breakup, and how these experiences have influenced his approach to life and podcasting.

From his football roots to his insights on personal development and societal issues, this episode offers an honest and engaging conversation that will inspire you to step out of your comfort zone and pursue your goals with purpose.

 

Chapter 1: Introduction
0:00 - Coming Up!
1:02 - Show Starts!

Chapter 2: Grayson’s Podcast Journey and Personal Growth
1:02 - What Inspired Him to Start His Podcast
4:48 - Finding Inner Peace & Gaining Confidence
6:38 - Losing Weight & Developing Self-Discipline
8:16 - What Keeps Him Happy

Chapter 3: Family, Career, and Life Decisions
9:24 - His Sister Wouldn’t Let Him Play NBA 2K (Laughs)
10:08 - Why He Stopped Playing Football
11:57 - Being a Director for the YMCA

Chapter 4: Thoughts on Dating and Vulnerability
13:00 - The Problems with Modern Dating
18:00 - Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone
19:53 - What He Likes About Podcasting
21:54 - Losing His Job & Going Through a Tough Breakup
24:11 - What He Would Do Differently in Past Relationships

Chapter 5: Mental Health and Social Observations
25:22 - Challenges with Vulnerability
28:00 - Grayson Opens Up About His Shyness
29:18 - Going Out Every Weekend – Is It a Red Flag?
32:41 - Goals He Hopes to Achieve by 50
34:56 - Comparison: The Thief of Joy
36:11 - Reminiscing on Youth – Myspace & Soulja Boy

Chapter 6: Mentorship, Humility, and Societal Reflections
40:38 - Coaching Kids & Teaching a Good Work Ethic
42:31 - The Importance of Humility
44:51 - Thoughts on Divisive Podcasts (Man vs. Woman)

Chapter 7: Community and Cultural Challenges
47:26 - Running Out of Gas (Story)
48:58 - Wichita Food Deserts & Issues in the Black Community
50:15 - Respecting Different Perspectives
51:01 - The Story Behind the Infamous Red Glasses

Chapter 8: Relationships, Parenting, and Life Goals
54:53 - Would You Date a Woman with Multiple Kids?
1:03:06 - Family, Parenting & How His Dad Inspired His Football Journey
1:08:02 - Chris Gives Grayson His Flowers
1:09:03 - Grayson’s Thoughts on A.I.
1:11:05 - Grayson Gives Chris His Flowers

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