The Beyond the Scoreboard Podcast

Overcoming Adversity and Fostering Positive Change | Markus Hicks


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Beyond the Scoreboard is committed to creating an audio experience to help you develop into the best leader you can be, so you can transform your athletes to reach their full potential both on and off the court.


This week on Beyond the Scoreboard, we have a powerful conversation with psychotherapist and mental health advocate Markus Hicks. Markus shares his incredible journey of overcoming adversity and using his experiences to empower others. We discuss:

  • The impact of fear and alienation on mental health, particularly in marginalized communities.
  • The importance of emotional intelligence, building a circle of allies, and positive transference in fostering social change.
  • Markus's unique approach to therapy, drawing on his background in social forces and his own experiences with trauma and anxiety.
  • Practical strategies for athletes, coaches, and parents to cultivate mental resilience and a love ethic.


This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the power of mental health, overcome challenges, and create positive change in their lives and communities.

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