The Soul Goals

Send us Fan Mail For singer/songwriter Charlsey Etheridge, music has served as an important release since a young age.  Her parents laid a wonderful foundation for her future and she knew from an early time that this was a career she wanted to pursue.  College, however, brought on challenges that would force her to take a vital stock of her life and what music really meant for her when she was dia...

Send us Fan Mail For Graham and his wife, life made an immediate and extremely quick turn they never anticipated when their daughter Mikayla was born with Dandy Walker Syndrome.  New to parenting and unsure of this path, it became increasingly important for them to arm themselves with as much information as they could to begin raising their precious newborn baby girl. Graham and his wife knew they...

Send us Fan Mail A competitor at heart, Jake Thompson is a leader in the field of motivation and helping others define what that can mean for themselves as well.  Jake’s brand, Compete Every Day, is a remarkable platform that brings hope and inspiration to both individuals as well as corporations. Jake’s path to this point was not a linear one and his determination for creating something larger to...

Send us Fan Mail Brock’s life has held the most tragic of times alongside the most triumphant of times.  His resilience, his family, and his faith have brought him through many dark nights.  The gifts he received in the bleakest of moments have been catalysts for growth and opportunities to help others. A college student, Brock was involved in a horrific auto accident alongside his family one Chri...

Send us Fan Mail Pri Lima’s fiery spark is undeniable and that coupled with her passion for life and achievement has been her driving force for years.  Pri’s upbringing in Brazil and her connection to her Grandmother shaped her in to the woman she is today and taught her about resilience and tenacity. As a teenage athlete, Pri dominated the indoor volleyball court in Rio.  She picked up beach voll...

Send us Fan Mail Gymnastics has been a part of Jordan’s story for over half of her young life.  Her love for her sport and the dedication and hard work that it took for her to land a full athletic scholarship to The University of California Berkley as a vital member of the women’s gymnastics team shows just how strong her desire is to pursue and to succeed.   Jordan’s work ethic, her tenacity, and...

Send us Fan Mail Marcel knows struggle.  But he also knows perseverance.  Through his addiction grew the understanding that our youth today need nurturing and support in ways that empower them to find their will to succeed even through their circumstances. In 2016, Marcel began a non-profit program in the Middle Tennessee area called “Be About Change.”  After attending yet another funeral of a tee...

Send us Fan Mail Gunny’s heart for service to both his country and his friends and family is an invaluable gift to everyone’s lives he touches.  His belief in following through and working for what you want are motivating for the world surrounding him.  His story could have gone an entirely different direction, however… In 1972, when Gunny was only 3 months old, his mother took her own life after...

Send us Fan Mail “If you don’t have good dreams, you’ll have nightmares.”  - Dave Mealer For as long as Elliott can remember, his life has been filled with family love, support, and guidance.  As he rose to the top of his class as a prominent football player, being recruited to play collegiately by top programs and ultimately landing at The University of Michigan, becoming a standout player for th...

Send us Fan Mail As a competitive and high achieving collegiate volleyball player, Nick is used to wins and losses and the emotions that go along with the game he has always loved playing.  His recent graduation from Emmanuel University as his classes valedictorian shows his passion for all he puts his heart in to.  But in October of 2023, Nick’s and his families hearts and entire world would be s...

Send us Fan Mail “Only when we’re brave enough to explore the darkness will we discover the infinite power of our light.” — Brene’ Brown For Erin, being a wife and Mom of four keeps her days filled to the brim.  Taking time for herself hasn’t been an easy task for her.  For years, she shelved her trauma and pushed on with her responsibilities to her household…until she just couldn’t. Erin’s path s...

Send us Fan Mail “The devil whispered in my ear, you are not strong enough to withstand the storm.  I whispered in the devil’s ear, I AM the storm.” For survivor and collegiate basketball player Makenzee Mason, knowing that she is that storm was the catalyst to get her through the waves and the winds,  bringing her to a point of advocacy and self-love.  Taking the chance on coming out with her sto...

Send us Fan Mail Meredith’s zest and excitement for life took many years to build.  Her upbeat, infectious attitude truly makes her a magnet for others!  But Meredith had to dig herself out from debilitating sadness and depression after facing a world of degradation for the person she was.  In her 20s, newly out of school, and excited about the path ahead, her ideal life would not present itself u...

Send us Fan Mail Holly McPeak’s tenacity and love for life and her endeavors has been an integral piece of her success.  Not one to shy away from a challenge, this beach volleyball Olympic medalist and acclaimed sports broadcaster has been pursuing her passion for her sport since she was young. Being a 5’7” volleyball player brought Holly the opportunity to work hard for her goals.  As an athlete...

Send us Fan Mail “It isn’t weak to ask for help. It’s like using a flashlight when you are lost in the dark.” On July 16, 1997, Clark Flatt’s world changed forever.  This was the date that his 16 year old son, Jason, became a statistic of the “Silent Epidemic” when he took his own life.  Reeling from this tragedy, Clark’s path of healing found him looking for insights and information.  His search...

Send us Fan Mail Strength and Conditioning Coach Kyle Feldman’s power and strength goes well beyond her physical layer.  Her dedication to her athletes and helping them achieve their goals in the weight room dates back to her own perseverance in her athletic career as a dancer at Colorado State University.  The experience she brings to the youth that she works with is invaluable.  Her approach to...

Send us Fan Mail Lane Brody is no stranger to the camera in any capacity.  A renowned performer, model, and voiceover artist, her presence brings a light to every room she walks in to.  Getting to the point of comfort in who she is and what she offers took a strong faith and a spirit that refused to be pushed away.   Lane decided early that she would have to advocate for herself in an era of an in...

Send us Fan Mail Coach Nicole knows what it’s like to have the cards stacked against you…but she also knows the value of choice and that those circumstances don’t define you.  Her foundational adolescent years were ripe with struggle that could have left her bitter and angry but her desire to rise up was uncovered when an angel of a teacher stepped in and introduced her to the sport of volleyball....

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Tiff has an extensive background in health and human performance and is one of the smartest women you’ll have the chance to meet.  But even more than that, Tiff has a relatability that makes her a perfect partnership for those struggling to find their balance with nutrition and performance.  She works with both athletes and individuals who need a quality ear and valuable insig...

Send us Fan Mail For Dylan Hough, beach volleyball has been a passion for years.  From his start as a player to now being a D1 collegiate beach volleyball coach at Jacksonville University in Florida, his drive and determination never wavered in working towards his goals, even when he was sleeping in his car or couch surfing.   In 2021, being named to the “30 under 30” volleyball coach’s list was s...

Send us Fan Mail January 4, 2019:  Jasmyn Brooks had the fullest life with three lovely daughters under the ages of 10, a fiercely loving husband, and a new business venture taking shape.  But this date had different plans for her after she found a lump in her breast in late 2018…this was the date she was diagnosed with an aggressive form of breast cancer at age 35.  The swiftness of both Jasmyn’s...

Send us Fan Mail Beach volleyball coach Vince Miranda has always been filled with a passion for life and a desire to contribute to his community.  His immeasurable dedication to his athletes is a true testament to that fact!  Finding his calling has been filled with challenges and obstacles but Vince will be quick to tell you that it’s all been part of a very fulfilling and integral piece of his s...

Send us Fan Mail Sweet and southern, Kathleen is not only one of the most honorable and upstanding 92 year olds you’ll have the chance to meet, she’s also honest and forthright with a strong sense of living her life to the fullest. Kathleen recounts her life as a child during the Great Depression, an era that is hard for many of us to comprehend for the year we live in currently.  Her mother passe...

Send us Fan Mail A friend and former podcast guest told me I should consider putting my own soul goals out in the world, too…so here we go! Each Christmas I look forward to catching the movie “It’s A Wonderful Life”.  It’s been a personal tradition I’ve held for a long time now.  I love the concept, the lesson, and the thoughtful way it portrays George Bailey and the importance that his life has i...

Send us Fan Mail Soulful and elegant on all levels, professional singer and vocal coach Maureen Murphy found that music provided her safety and vulnerability at a young age and as she stepped her feet in to Berkley College of Music, she knew that her passion for performance was something she would work tirelessly for.  From sharing the stage with Zac Brown Band, Old Crow Medicine Show, John Mayer,...