Love, Loss & Hallucinations with Scott Schumaker
Love, Loss & Hallucinations with Scott Schumaker
Podcast Description
Welcome to Love, Loss and Hallucinations with Scott Schumaker — a podcast where we start with those three themes and see where the conversation takes us. This podcast is about the beauty and pain of being human, a podcast about finding strength and connection in vulnerability, a podcast to amplify the voices of those who have been through the ringer of life and have wisdom to share, and a podcast about the healing, evolution, and transformation that can happen when you’re willing to lean into the uncomfortable and the unknown.
I’ll be talking with therapists, coaches, world-class athletes, writers, musicians, artists, shamans, plant medicine guides, and everyday who’ve been touched by incredible moments of love, shattered by loss, or altered by the extraordinary.
If you’ve ever felt like your heart was going to explode from either love or loss; if you’re wanting deeper connection in this increasingly lonely world; if you’re curious about plant medicine, or you’ve experienced an out-of-the-ordinary vision...then you’ll feel at home here.
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The show explores themes of emotional healing, personal growth, and the complexities of human relationships. Episodes include conversations about rites of passage with Eli Marienthal focusing on youth development, the intersection of music and self-discovery with Max Rainer, and navigating authenticity and vulnerability with Erika Wright. Each episode emphasizes the power of shared experiences and the role of plant medicine in transformative journeys.
Welcome to Love, Loss and Hallucinations with Scott Schumaker — a podcast where we start with those three themes and see where the conversation takes us. This podcast is about the beauty and pain of being human, a podcast about finding strength and connection in vulnerability, a podcast to amplify the voices of those who have been through the ringer of life and have wisdom to share, and a podcast about the healing, evolution, and transformation that can happen when you’re willing to lean into the uncomfortable and the unknown.
I’ll be talking with therapists, coaches, world-class athletes, writers, musicians, artists, shamans, plant medicine guides, and everyday who’ve been touched by incredible moments of love, shattered by loss, or altered by the extraordinary.
If you’ve ever felt like your heart was going to explode from either love or loss; if you’re wanting deeper connection in this increasingly lonely world; if you’re curious about plant medicine, or you’ve experienced an out-of-the-ordinary vision…then you’ll feel at home here.
In this episode, Scott Tinley, a friend and competitor from my former life as a professional triathlete, joins me for an in-depth discussion on handling big life transitions. A Hawaii Ironman world champion with over 100 triathlon wins under his belt, Tinley’s own challenges after he stopped racing led him into the academic world, where he’s become an expert on navigating the elite-athlete-to-normal-life shift, lessons from which we can all benefit. We discuss the emotional challenges of transitioning from sports, the importance of mental health, and the lessons learned through personal experiences, including his recent heart surgery. He emphasizes the significance of appreciation, mourning, and planning for life after sports, while also encouraging his students to adventure and find their own identities after athletics or school. We also share some classic, funny stories from back in our racing days and beyond.
We get into:
👉Tinley reflecting on his early experiences in triathlon and the growth of the sport.
👉The transition from professional athlete can be challenging and requires self-reflection.
👉Mental health awareness in sports has improved since the late 90s, but challenges remain.
👉Mourning the end of an athletic career is essential for a healthy transition.
👉Planning for life after sports is crucial, yet it is contradictory to athletes’ necessary focus.
👉Gratitude for past experiences can enhance one’s perspective on life.
👉Realizations about retirement can come from unexpected moments, such as nature.
👉Rehab is a process everyone goes through, not just those with substance issues.
👉Loss can lead to wisdom and personal growth in various aspects of life.
👉Validation through athletic success can shape one’s identity and purpose.
SCOTT TINLEY’S LINKS:
Website | Facebook |
Rehab: Collected Stories and Essays on Resolution, Resiliency, and Return –
SCOTT’S LINKS: Monday Meditation newsletter | Website | Instagram | Facebook | TikTok
MUSIC – Wilderado, “Surefire (piano)”
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