What does it take to be uncommon? Why can't I be like somebody?
The truth is, we all are born uncommonly. In some aspects, we are distinct from each other, and not even a fingerprint looks the same. We are extraordinary; we only have to open our eyes and see our worth. We have to realize our full potential and believe that God can see something in us.
However, we can be an excellent instrument for another's success story. We must understand that there are moments when we get to encounter an opportunity to prepare a path that somebody is destined to walk through. It is helping others have their victory in life.
Ben Troupe is a football star, a media brand, a motivational speaker, a man of faith, a father, and a son. Troupe grew up in Swainsboro, Georgia, where his wonderful parents and grandparents nurtured him. He became a passionate advocate and volunteer, standing tall for needy people. Ben believes in expanding perspectives through exposure. He lives his life with a "least among us" mentality, focusing on improvement for all.
In this special episode with Ben Troupe, we'll learn about a man who grew up in a beautiful place and got to live a dream. He will be opening our minds about being a blessing to other people's lives. Letting us know that life isn't about reaching your goals but helping another dreamer get theirs is humbling.
"Money is just a microscope. Whatever you are without it, It will highlight you with it. And money lets you know what you value." – Ben Troupe
Topics Covered:
(00:00:00) Introduction + Episode Snippet
(00:00:15) Introducing our special guest, Ben Troupe
(00:00:35) Advertisement:
(00:01:37) The nurtured country boy: Who is Dr. Ben Troupe?
(00:04:10) The American dream: Ordinary people living extraordinary lives
(00:05:19) The job to be my whole self: Being a representation of more than just a true family.
(00:08:10) Flexibility in transitions: From knowing everybody to knowing nobody
(00:10:09) A late bloomer: At what point did you separate yourself as a football star?
(00:13:36) Georgia's best-kept secret: Handle what you can handle
(00:15:52) Swansboro mentality: Trying not to stand out
(00:17:36) Let exposure be your teacher
(00:18:10) Do not let fame be your motivation: "I don't care about no praise."
(00:19:36) Money is just a microscope: What do you give more value?
(00:20:29) True blessing: Helping people without wanting anything in return
(00:21:45) Be somebody worth meeting because of your type of person.
(00:23:28) Bumblebee Mentality: The misery of not knowing what you are supposed to be.
(00:25:38) Be a bridge for other people's success: A means of transportation to get people where they want to go.
(00:29:42) Advertisement: Sabre Bats, the training bat that will take you to your next swing. Go to https://www.sabrebats.net to know more.
(00:30:45) Uncommon and unfinished: The worst thing I could do is try to make myself normal.
(00:32:10) Growth is an uncomfortable process, but it's the process worth going through.
(00:33:24) The ghostwriter: What BJ Bennet had ever wanted to do?
(00:36:41) The father-son love story: The man that gave me life gave me my life back.
(00:40:20) Final TimeOut with Ben Troupe: What is the importance of being more than just an athlete?
(00:41:21) Sports are temporary: Separate your identity from the entity
(00:43:31) Don't hold onto things that fade.
(00:48:41) Connect with Ben Troupe.
(00:49:32) Be yourself: Be an expert at being you.
Key Takeaways:
"What is extraordinary? Extraordinary to me is what I chase. It was something different. And it's not predicated on what the world says." – Ben Troupe
"Your weaknesses still are your weaknesses unless you address them. Your strengths are going to be your strengths. It's up to us to look at ourselves and change ourselves." – Dr. Derrick Burgess
"You became somebody worth talking to not because of the sport you play cause that is temporary but because of the type of person you are." – Ben Troupe
"My dad said it takes being something to understand. It takes being a man to understand the man. It takes being a father to understand the father." – Ben Troupe
"I'm the first in a lot of things, and I don't wanna be the last." – Ben Troupe
"Winning and losing in sports has to do with the scoreboard, winning and losing life has to do with your effort." – Ben Troupe
Connect with Ben Troupe:
Website: https://bentroupe84.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/bentroupe84?lang=en
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTaKIYH0E1QuvB-df3V-WwQ
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bentroupe84/
Connect with Dr. Derrick Burgess:
Website: https://www.drderrickthesportsdr.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drderrickthesportsdr/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TimeOut.SportsDr
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derrick-burgess-72047b246/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHGDu1zT4K_X6PnYELu8weg
Email: thesportsdoctr@gmail.com
