In this episode of the Pro Mindset® Podcast, host Craig Domann sits down with Nic Harris—former @NFL linebacker turned actor and community leader—for an inspiring and candid conversation on resilience, reinvention, and redefining identity beyond the game.
Nic opens up about the physical and emotional toll of multiple knee surgeries, the harsh realities of the @NFLDraft process, and the challenges of navigating a career cut short by injury. He shares how he leaned on resilience and self-belief to pivot into acting and community service, discovering new purpose and passion outside of football.
Together, Craig and Nic unpack the misconceptions surrounding professional sports, the importance of mental toughness, and how to embrace new opportunities when life forces a change of direction.
Episode Takeaways:
💡 Resilience Through Setbacks—Turning Injuries Into Fuel for Growth
💡 Redefining Identity—You’re More Than the Jersey You Wear
💡 The Power of Pivoting—Setbacks Create Space for New Beginnings
Whether you’re an athlete facing transition, a leader adapting to change, or someone seeking to rediscover your purpose, this episode will encourage you to embrace resilience, rewrite your story, and find strength in new beginnings.
💬 “Your jersey doesn’t define you—who you are beyond the game does.” — Nic Harris
📲 Connect with Nic:
📸 @nicpharris
🚀 Ready to Build a Mindset That Powers You Through Anything?
If Nic’s story inspired you to rethink your definition of success and resilience, the Pro Mindset® Coaching Program can help you align your potential with purpose and grit.
👉 Learn more or apply at www.ProMindsetPodcast.com/coaching or reach out directly to Craig at Craig.ProMindset@gmail.com.
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