Episode 158 - Aaron Wexler

Aaron Wexler is an American beach volleyball coach, podcaster, author and entrepreneur. After playing libero at UCLA for Al Scates, he served as an assistant for the women's team under Coach Sealy, winning the chip in 2011. He has coached at all levels on the sand - from club, all to way to Olympians - and is currently the program director of West Coast Volleyball Club. He has also recently written "The Inspired athlete" which is flying off the shelves. 02:54 - What has ignited him to write "The Inspired Athlete" 05:01 - Appreciating the journey 10:45 - Understanding the difference between 'goals' and 'expectations' 26:15 - Choosing to be inspired, the approach and the receive 33:56 - About Dain Blanton... 39:09 - Self-love, and loving others 48:36 - List of things we love about our sport 58:35 - Allowing the crowd to take the journey with you 1:08:01 - Knowing when to take time for yourself 1:29:06 - Making bold choices as a player and coach 1:39:57 - Gratitude, and what it means to us 1:45:00 - What does Kobe Bryant means to you? 1:51:22 - The "car wash"