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Defy Identity: Embrace Change with Kidane Jones - Episode 149

Defy Identity: Embrace Change with Kidane Jones - Episode 149

Update: 2025-10-22
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In this Level Up Claims Podcast episode, host Galen Hair chats with Kidane Jones, a former NFL player turned top bodybuilder and performance coach. They explore why men often give up on their goals, battling old identities, and the impact of unmet expectations. Kidane shares insights on understanding behaviors, navigating mental health, and the power of pursuing true potential. With his personal experiences and coaching wisdom, this conversation offers valuable lessons on embracing change and chasing who we want to become. It’s a must-listen for anyone ready to transform their life.

 

Highlights

  • Kidane’s unexpected athletic journey.

  • The influence of an athletic family.

  • Transition from braces to bodybuilding.

  • The role of identity in action.

  • The habit loop: cue, behavior, reward.

  • Emotional challenges and male identity.

  • Societal pressure on men to appear strong.

  • Men’s reluctance to share emotional struggles.

  • Communication differences between men and women.



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Defy Identity: Embrace Change with Kidane Jones - Episode 149

Defy Identity: Embrace Change with Kidane Jones - Episode 149

Galen Hair, Kidane Jones