In this raw and deeply human conversation, former NFL player turned motivational leader Trent Shelton shares how loss, purpose, and faith shaped the man he is today.

After losing his mother and grandmother in 2021—and nearly his daughter the year after—Trent found himself face-to-face with pain, perspective, and what it really means to live a legendary life.

He and Arjun go deep on finding the gift inside grief, transforming adversity into fuel, and how to build peace and purpose that lasts longer than any highlight reel.

From the quiet strength of introverts to the unseen battles behind “overnight success,” this episode is a masterclass in resilience, identity, and impact.

Timestamps

(00:00) — Intro

(01:45) — Finding the Gift in Loss

(05:10) — Turning Adversity Into Opportunity

(06:30) — The Power of Community and Mentorship

(07:45) — Thriving as an Introvert in the NFL

(09:30) — The Real Reason Talent Isn’t Enough

(11:50) — Reinventing Yourself After the Game

(14:20) — The Meaning of Purpose and Fulfillment

(18:30) — Leadership, Legacy, and Living for More

(21:35) — What “Legendary” Really Means

(22:00) — What LFG Energy Means to Trent Shelton

Welcome to the LFG Energy podcast! Your host, Arjun Dhingra, is a two-time Taekwondo world champion and the former Team USA co-head coach. He is a 23-year mortgage veteran of the industry who loves influencing change in people.

This podcast is about the stories and lessons of those who have had their backs against the wall and have ultimately overcome. Former Olympians, coaches, entrepreneurs, and incredible human beings will share their experiences of resilience and beating the odds in spite of adversity so that you too can learn to start doing the same in your life.

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