Sidelines to ShowUp2Win - with Dwayne Morton | Epi.22

Sidelines to ShowUp2Win - with Dwayne Morton | Epi.22

In this episode of the Active Action Podcast, we welcome Dwayne Morton, CEO of Show Up to Win, as he shares his incredible journey from being misdiagnosed with a rare blood cancer to discovering it was actually sleep apnea after 18 years. A former international basketball player, Dwayne discusses how sports, resilience, and a strong mindset helped him navigate through life's challenges, including surviving a police shooting. Dwayne elaborates on the lessons learned and how his program, Show Up to Win, aims to inspire others to overcome adversity. This conversation sheds light on the importance of maintaining composure under stress and the power of controlling what you can. Don't miss this inspiring episode aimed at motivating listeners to take action in their lives.

What You’ll Learn:
-How Dwayne was misdiagnosed with rare blood cancer and lived with it for 18 years before learning it was sleep apnea
-The mental and emotional impact of surviving a tragic police shooting and the tools he used to cope with PTSD and survivor's guilt
-Why Dwayne created Show Up to Win—a purpose-driven platform to help people reignite their inner strength and resilience
-The role of sports in building mental toughness and grit from an early age
-Why he shares his story so openly and how it helps others find hope in their own struggles
-A deep dive into the Show Up to Win philosophy and how it inspires action, not just motivation

00:00 A Misdiagnosis Journey
00:50 Welcome to Active Action Podcast
02:08 Introducing Dwayne Morton
04:48 Dwayne's Basketball and Life Lessons
05:57 Coping with Misdiagnosis
10:08 Surviving a Police Shooting
13:47 Purpose Behind Sharing
15:25 Show Up to Win Program
18:35 Closing Remarks and Call to Action

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