In this episode, we had the opportunity to sit down with 14-year Major League Veteran Mr. Brandon Crawford. I first met Brandon in 2021 with the San Francisco Giants. He was a veteran in the clubhouse and a staple at shortstop for the organization. His sustainability created 1,617 starts at the position and set a franchise record while being the only shortstop to start 12 opening days for the team. His accolades and milestones are well deserved and provide insights into his iconic career. However, his approach to the game and life truly stands out when you hear him speak.

His ability to know who he is, keep things simple, and live from a place of virtue are what inspires. Listen carefully as Brandon describes moments of adversity and how he handled turmoil. We rarely have a moment to peel into the mind of a master, incredibly fresh off a retirement and a life he knew for so long. When we sit back, we realize how he kept the main thing, the main thing. These lessons and tokens of wisdom pour over us immensely throughout the show.

 

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Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Early Career Reflections 09:07 The Journey to the Big Leagues 18:05 Establishing a Role and Facing Challenges 27:11 Overcoming Adversity and Building Confidence 30:56 Embracing the Arena: Overcoming Nervousness 33:36 The Power of Mindfulness in Baseball 35:53 Transitioning to Retirement: Reflections and Freedom 39:19 Balancing Identity: The Athlete vs. The Individual 43:17 Navigating Fame: Consistency Amidst Recognition 50:32 Mentorship and Accountability in the Game

 

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