The Unbound Podcast

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• Steffond Johnson Beyond the Game 19.06.2026 49min

  Most high performers, including ex-NBA star Steffond Johnson, grapple with who they are beyond their roles—and what happens when their spotlight fades. In this raw, unfiltered conversation, Steffond and Lori peel back the layers on identity, legacy, and the transition from fame and success to a deeper, more authentic self.Discover how Steffond’s journey through poverty, professional sports, and profound self-discovery reveals the invisible battles many face—trauma, disconnection, and the struggle to find purpose when the crowd disappears. This episode is a powerful reminder that true resilience isn’t just about achievement but about reclaiming your story and forging meaning beyond the game.You’ll learn:The importance of identifying who you are, not just what you do, especially when your external success ends.How to navigate the painful transition from identity tied to achievement to one rooted in authentic purpose.The significance of questions over statements in coaching high performers—unlocking insight by asking, rather than telling.Why money isn’t just a resource but a symbol of energy exchange, and how shifting your relationship with it transforms your impact.Practical tools for embracing vulnerability, building trust, and living beyond societal roles to craft a legacy that truly matters.Why neglecting this inner work risks remaining trapped in past successes or falling into victimhood. Conversely, this episode offers a blueprint for turning upheaval into opportunity—teaching you how to find peace, clarity, and more impactful purpose amidst the chaos of transition.Perfect for athletes, high performers, or anyone facing the end of a chapter—this conversation empowers you to boldly embrace change, understand your deeper worth, and thrive in the new chapters ahead.Steffond Johnson is a former NBA player, known for his resilience and deep insights on identity, legacy, and transformation. Lori Darley, a leadership and transformation coach, brings 25 years of expertise in helping people navigate life’s biggest transitions.Ready to redefine what success truly means? Hit play and step fully into your next chapter.
• My story 19.06.2026 12min

  Most people are living from the neck up — strategizing, analyzing, and controlling their identities. But the real transformation happens in the body, in embodied leadership that unlocks your true potential. Lori Darley, a former professional dancer turned coach, shares how she uncovered the secret that allows you to break free from outdated roles and step into a fluid, limitless sense of self.At just 43, Lori’s life changed forever when she fell during a dance rehearsal—a fall that forced her to confront the core question: who am I without dance? Through that pain, she discovered that nothing is wasted; every failure, detour, and wound becomes the foundation for a more authentic, powerful self. Her journey from ballet slippers to coaching leadership reveals a transformative truth: change is physical, felt, and embodied, not just cognitive.You’ll discover: how the body holds your history and beliefs—and why thoughts alone aren’t enough to create lasting shifts. Lori breaks down her signature framework, Unbound Identity, a three-phase journey of seeing, breaking free, and consciously creating your next chapter. She shares practical tools—from embodied practices and breathwork to community rituals—that help you experiment with new ways of being beyond old stories and roles.This episode is essential if you’re navigating identity after a career pivot, a trauma, or a big life transition. Because in today’s age, where AI and automation excel at execution, your greatest edge lies in your ability to imagine, create, and connect vulnerably—capacities only accessible when you’re truly free to be who you are in your body.Join Lori as she reveals how to unlock your identity freedom—the key to adapting, leading, and creating boldly in an unpredictable world. Perfect for athletes, founders, artists, and leaders ready to discover the game beyond the score. Your next chapter isn’t out there; it’s inside you, waiting for you to step into it.