556: Setema Gali: How a Super Bowl Champion Rebuilt His Life After Losing Everything

What does it really take to bounce back when life knocks you flat? In this episode of the Messenger Movement Podcast, host Tamra sits down with Super Bowl Champion turned transformational coach, Setema Gali, to unpack his powerful story of resilience, faith, and obedience.

From five shoulder surgeries at BYU, to winning a Super Bowl with the New England Patriots, to losing everything in the 2008 recession—including selling his championship ring—Setema’s journey is nothing short of remarkable. But it’s not just about comeback; it’s about calling. Through spiritual discipline, physical training, and a relentless pursuit of God’s voice, Setema has rebuilt his life into one marked by purpose, legacy, and impact.

If you’ve ever felt like your best days are behind you—or wondered how to rise when setbacks keep coming—this conversation will give you practical tools, fresh hope, and the courage to keep going.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• The real definition of resilience and how to increase your bounce-back rate.
• Why faith, obedience, and daily spiritual disciplines matter more than ever.
• How physical health fuels spiritual and mental strength.
• The process of conscious self-creation and how to rewire negative self-talk.
• What legacy really means—beyond money—and how to live it daily.
• Powerful client transformation stories that prove change is possible.
• Why humility and connection are the foundation of lasting impact.
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Key Quotes

“If it doesn’t burn you, it doesn’t build you. If it doesn’t challenge you, it doesn’t change you.” – Setema Gali

“Alignment before achievement creates the real straight line of peace.” – Setema Gali

“You can’t just go take legacy from someone else. You have to do the daily work.” – Setema Gali

Resources & Links

• Get Setema Gali’s new book: Game Changer
• Follow Tamra and the Messenger Movement: Website
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