You’re allowed to break up with your dreams. Sometimes letting go is the only way we can grow and go on to be successful.In today’s episode, we are talking with Trent Shelton, former NFL player, author, and international motivational speaker. Considered as one of the most groundbreaking motivational speakers of our era, Trent has touched millions with his words on self-worth, self-love, and recognizing your greatness.After his short-lived and rocky stint in the NFL, Trent had the opportunity to speak at a church event back home in 2011, and his world changed forever. After a sensational performance, it was undeniable to the audience and Trent that he found his purpose through inspiring others to live better lives. He started creating YouTube videos with his words of wisdom and courage, which went viral. Before he knew it, Trent was speaking across the globe and packing arenas from New York, to London and Fiji, and reaching over 50 million people across his social channels.In today’s episode, we discuss Trent’s time in the NFL, what it was like pivoting to something completely new and how he was mentally able to let go of a failed dream. We also discuss how it can get lonely at the top, when to walk away from relationships and we go deep on some timely social justice issues of today.Sponsored by - BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month by visiting betterhelp.com/yap Olay Body. Fearless In My Skin.Social Media:Follow YAP on IG: www.instagram.com/youngandprofitingReach out to Hala directly at [email protected] Hala on Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/htaha/Follow Hala on Instagram: www.instagram.com/yapwithhalaFollow Hala on ClubHouse: @halatahaCheck out our website to meet the team, view show notes and transcripts: www.youngandprofiting.comTimestamps:00:49 - Trent’s Experience in the NFL02:30 - How Trent’s Identify Was Morphed By the NFL04:16 - Why Suppression Leads to Depression06:49 - The Importance of Asking For Help09:18 - How To Help Others11:31 - The Way Trent’s Career in the NFL Ended13:29 - Trent’s Purpose and How He Discovered It 16:30 - How Trent Got His Intro to Speaking21:07 - The Way Trent Mentally Pivoted24:49 - How Trent’s Community Reacted to His Decision26:24 - Why The People Closest To Us React Differently To Success31:22 - Trent’s Thoughts on Being Lonely as an Influencer33:22 - How You Know When It’s Time to Walk Away From a Relationship36:06 - Trent’s Recipe to Get Over Pain41:25 - Discussion of Using Platform for Social Justice Movements 48:10 - Trent’s Secret to Profiting in Life Mentioned in the Episode:Trent’s Website: https://www.trentshelton.com/Trent’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trentshelton/Trent’s Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkwdk8T8kJAzH7CusCv8QoA