Graduation is a big moment. It means one chapter is ending and a new one is starting. You might feel happy, proud, relieved, or even a little worried about what’s next. It’s okay to have all these feelings. The most important thing is to stop and see how far you’ve come.

Graduation also means remembering all the hard work and sacrifices you and the people who helped you have made.

The future might seem unsure, and that’s okay. After graduation, new chances will come, but it takes courage to try new things. Life doesn’t always go as planned. You might face delays or problems, but that doesn’t mean you failed. Keep going and remember why you started. Your reason will help you when things feel hard.

In this graduation episode of Time Out with the Sports Doctor, I share encouragement for the Class of 2025. I talk about the power of knowing your purpose, dreaming big, and building a strong support team to help you step confidently into your future. Tune in as we reflect on lessons learned, celebrate how far you’ve come, and talk about what it really takes to keep winning on and off the field.

"Whatever obstacles you might have overcome to get where you are, it means something so take a moment to appreciate what you've accomplished." – Dr. Derrick Burgess

Topics Covered:

(00:00:00) Welcome to TimeOut with the SportsDr Podcast

(00:00:32) Celebrate your hard work

(00:02:23) Graduation marks new beginnings

(00:03:31) Don’t give up

(00:05:00) Defining your why

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(00:08:14) Dream big

(00:09:02) Build your community

(00:09:39) What would I tell my younger self?

(00:11:09) Don't fear failure

Key Takeaways:

"If you have not achieved your dream right away, don't give up on it."

"There will be different phases in your life where your career might be at the forefront, but there is life beyond that career."

"Keep redefining and living your why; it will start to speak to you more."

Connect with Dr. Derrick Burgess:

Website: https://www.drderrickthesportsdr.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drderrickthesportsdr/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TimeOut.SportsDr

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derrick-burgess-72047b246/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.derrickburgess243

Email: thesportsdoctr@gmail.com

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