# 42 - As You Grow, Things Don’t Get Easier – But You Get Better at Handling Them

Sport Is Life

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Episode Summary:

Ian Hawkins shares how growth doesn’t make life easier, but it equips us to handle challenges more effectively. He emphasizes the importance of learning from others' experiences to accelerate personal development and shares how aligning work with personal values can lead to greater fulfillment. Ian warns against the pattern of just "getting to the next break" and encourages finding meaning in everyday moments.

• Discover why challenges don’t disappear as you grow but become more manageable.
• Learn how aligning your work with your strengths and values can transform your life.
• Understand the pitfalls of "living for the weekend" and how to break repetitive patterns for a more fulfilling life.

About the Host:

Ian Hawkins, host of "Sport Is Life," is dedicated to showing how sports can transform lives. With extensive experience as an athlete, a coach, PE teacher, community volunteer, and manager at Fox Sports, Ian brings a wealth of knowledge to the podcast. His journey began in his backyard, mentored by his older brother, and has since evolved into coaching elite athletes and business leaders. Ian's commitment to sports and personal development is evident in his roles as a performance coach and active community member. Through "Sport Is Life," Ian shares inspiring stories and valuable lessons to help listeners apply sports principles to all areas of life.

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Theme Music Artist:

One Day Kings https://www.instagram.com/onedaykings/