Most people never talk about the moment that actually changed their life.

In this conversation, Edgar Jones opens up about the defining moments that shaped his journey — on the field and in life.
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We talk about:
• The role forgiveness played in his personal growth
• Lessons learned through adversity and discipline
• How identity shifts after competitive sports
• Why true growth often starts with uncomfortable truth
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This episode is for anyone navigating transition, personal growth, or redefining who they are after a major chapter closes.
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🎙 Hosted by: Martin Foster
🔥 Podcast: Passing The Torch
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👇 Comment below: What moment changed your life?
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🔥 Edgar's Resources
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➡︎ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonesedgar/

➡︎ Website: https://www.thelitcode.com/

➡︎ The High Performer's Reset: A Journal with 7 Essential Daily Prompts to Take You to the Next Level: https://amzn.to/49uRtiK
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Support Passing The Torch
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Connect with Passing The Torch!
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Facebook: ➡︎ https://www.facebook.com/torchfoster

IG: ➡︎ https://www.instagram.com/torchmartin/
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QUESTION - What did you take away from this video?
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⏰ Chapters ⏰
00:00 Veteran Transition and New Beginnings
02:46 The Power of Attention and Thoughtfulness
04:36 Masculinity and Vulnerability
07:18 Healthy Masculinity and Emotional Regulation
11:41 Growth Through Awareness and Curiosity
16:07 Rumble Strips: Navigating Life's Challenges
23:13 Cutting Time in Half: Evaluated Experience
28:45 External Validation and Self-Worth
32:25 Journey of Self-Acknowledgment
37:09 The Power of Writing to Your Younger Self
42:47 Modeling the Rise, Not the Result
48:10 The Importance of Checking In
50:11 Influential Figures
01:01:30 Creating Your Ideal Player Card
01:08:31 Serving Others Through Connection
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Audio version with Chapters AND Transcript:
https://www.buzzsprout.com/1946508/episodes/18513607
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Episode Mentions:
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Maurice P. Kerry

Todd Simmons

Lakeydra Houston

Kaleth Wright (K-Wright)

Clint Bruce

Daniel Brenneman

Courtney Anderson

Jalen Parmele

Dez Bryant

Sean Lee

Marshawn Lynch

Patrick Willis
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Quotes in the episode:

“Your strength can be your kryptonite.”

“Treat everything like it’s your first project.” – Notorious BIG

“Do you have people in your life that they can handle the fuel you are pouring out?”
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Keywords: veteran transition, healthy masculinity, personal growth, emotional regulation, self-awareness, connection, podcast, Edgar Jones, Martin Foster, vulnerability
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