Beyond Sport Alex Ayin's Search for Fulfilment, High Performance and Progress - Is It Ever Enough?

A deep and personal conversation with Alex Ayin where he unravels a journey he hasn't previously shared. Alex found validation through sports, a thread that weaves throughout.

In parts, our conversation evolves into a coaching session, delving deeper into Alex's identity. We explore his struggles with fitting into school, navigating his mixed heritage, and managing overt racism. Alex had to stop playing Rugby in his teens due to an injury, where he started Water Polo.

Inspiration for Alex stems from his grandfathers — one a WWII survivor and the stories he shared, the other who bravely moved the family from Africa to the UK. Yet, Alex's path to success wasn't linear. Despite starting on a very prestigious graduate scheme at Virgin, he dropped out of the programme to the disbelief of his family.

This is a very reflective conversation where he shares he stopped drinking, leaving Social Chain and questions his identity and type of person he wants to be. He shares a concept of diversification of identity - you as a human aren't classified as just one thing.

Alex shares his journey and the values and beliefs from family first, outworking the competition reframing negative experiences and finally the importance of treating others with kindness and respect, a lesson passed down from both his parents and as a United fan how the legendary football manager Alex Ferguson did.

For Alex, sport isn't just about physical activity; they're integral to the fabric of his life. Tune in to hear this reflective and honest conversation.

Alex #YouAreAClassOfYourOwn

Guest Alex Ayin
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https://www.eliteteamtalks.com

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Host: Mira Magecha
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Creative Director: Alex Payne
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Editor: Josh Partridge
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Music: Jay Witsey
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Sponsor:
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