Gold Minds with Kevin Hart Terry Crews
Jul 4, 2024
Kevin Hart chats with former NFL player Terry Crews about overcoming family struggles, pursuing art and NFL, generational wounds, childhood challenges in Flint, Michigan, therapy's transformative effect, embracing authenticity and continuous personal growth.
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Flint, Michigan upbringing
- Terry Crews grew up in Flint, Michigan, during its decline from an industrial hub to a crime-ridden city.
- His art skills provided an escape and even saved him from dangerous situations with gang members.
Art as an Escape
- Terry Crews' parents were an alcoholic father and a religiously strict mother, so he used art as an outlet.
- This boredom-induced focus allowed him to hone his artistic skills, providing a way out of his difficult circumstances.
Coach Lee's Impact
- Terry Crews' football coach, Coach Lee, recognized his potential and convinced his parents to let him play.
- This support led him to a Division 1 scholarship and eventually the NFL, fulfilling his dream of escaping Flint.