In this episode of Athlete Mindset, host Lisa Bonta Sumii, LCSW, CMPC, sits down with NFL veteran Dominique Easley. They discuss his journey from growing up in the projects of New York to becoming a first-round NFL draft pick, a Super Bowl champion, and eventually creating The Easley Foundation to support student-athletes in underserved and vulnerable populations. Dominique opens up about battling injuries, navigating opioid use, shifting his identity beyond football, and finding purpose in helping others.

Key Takeaways from “Dominique Easley | NFL Veteran Championing Student-Athletes in Underserved Communities”

• Growing up in an underserved community and facing early challenges
• Battling injuries, chronic pain, and the complexity of pain management in pro sports
• Searching for identity and purpose outside of football
• Understanding the importance of vulnerability, honesty, and self-awareness
• Guiding and mentoring future generations
• Launching The Easley Foundation to support student-athletes, especially those from underserved backgrounds

For more on Dominique and The Easley Foundation, visit: www.easleyfoundation.org

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Produced by KazCM and featured on the QuietLoud Studios podcast network.

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