The Power of Connections

Joshua Symonette: NFL, Raising 4 Kids, Bridge Building with a Mindset of Curiosity


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In this episode, Rich and Joshua discuss: 

  • The secret to a healthy relationship
  • The road to the NFL
  • The power of curiosity
  • How to be a less controlling parent


Key Takeaways: 

  • Communication is critical to having a healthy relationship, especially during fights and disagreements. Being clear about your feelings and expressing them is better than getting upset and holding onto that resentment.
  • There will never be an easy path to the NFL - it takes hard work, mental toughness, determination, and a lot of studying.
  • Be curious. A fundamental part of learning how to adapt to ever-changing conditions is to understand what works and what doesn't.
  • A good guide is someone who leads you, but lets you experience things on your own. Let your kids be kids, have experiences, and learn in their own way.


“Trust is either rising or falling in every interaction, that's why in relationships, I'm trying to fight for clarity. I'm trying to ask questions.” — Joshua Symonette


About Joshua Symonette: Joshua is a former NFL football player. He spent almost the last 18-plus years coaching, speaking, pastoring, and developing leaders and people on matters of life, spirituality, and talent development. 

He's married to his wife, Ericka for almost 20 years and resides in Baltimore, Maryland with their four lovely children.


Connect with Joshua Symonette:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuasymonette/ 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/jsym 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jmsymonette/ 



Connect with Rich Woo: 

Website: www.catalyst.nm.com

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/richwoo/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rich_woo/?hl=en

Book: The Relationship Recession - https://a.co/d/dXlXd71

Email: [email protected]  

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The Power of ConnectionsBy Rich Woo