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From The Game 2 Grace

From The Game 2 Grace

By: Jarius & Candice Hayes
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From the Game 2 Grace is a podcast for families navigating blended family challenges, caregiving responsibilities, mental health struggles, life transitions, and the unique journey after professional sports. If you’re a parent in a blended family, a caregiver supporting a loved one, a spouse adjusting to life after professional football,or a family touched by mental illness this space is for you. Join us in the conversation for real stories, encouragement, and practical tools to help you keep going with hope and resilience. We’re Candice and Jarius Hayes married for 29 years, parents of a blended family, entrepreneurs, and authors. Our journey has taken us from single motherhood and life after Jarius’s career in the NFL, to raising three children and serving as full-time caregivers for our son through his mental health battle. Those experiences fuel our passion to walk with you.Copyright 2025 Jarius & Candice Hayes Christianity Social Sciences Spirituality
Episodes
  • Burn Out Warning
    Nov 3 2025

    Burnout can creep in quietly, but better rest is the key to reclaiming balance and purpose. In this heartfelt episode of From the Game 2 Grace, Jarius and Candice Hayes are joined by Dr. Mari, a mental health expert, to explore practical ways to prevent burnout and take control of your emotional and mental well-being. From navigating life after football to managing the unique challenges of a blended family, this conversation dives into real stories of pain, healing, and hope.

    Dr. Mari shares her personal journey, offering insights on how faith, community, and intentional habits can transform adversity into strength. Together, they tackle questions many of us wrestle with: How do we find purpose beyond the platform? How do we address mental health in a culture that often says "keep it to yourself"? And most importantly, how do we prioritize rest without guilt?


    You'll learn actionable tips to reclaim restorative sleep, build a supportive village, and nourish your spirit all while embracing grace in moments of struggle. Whether you're managing life transitions, wrestling with identity, or trying to believe in the process, this episode is a reminder that grace meets you where you are.


    Be encouraged: your story isn't over, and the legacy you leave can inspire generational impact. Rest, reflect, and keep moving forward. Grace is always the next play.


    #supportgroups #sleepimportance #burnoutrecovery #supportsystem #familydynamics #yourvillage #mentalwellness

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    50 mins
  • Home Equity: The Game Changer You Need
    Oct 27 2025

    New Episode Alert!

    This week on From TheGame2Grace, we’re unpacking into a powerful conversation with the founder of Got Equity Sophia Langford a brand rooted in purpose and built to challenge the status quo.

    She breaks down what equity really means, why it matters, and how she’s building a business that stands for more than just profit. This episode is full of real talk, practical gems, and inspiring insight for anyone looking to grow, lead, or simply stay true to their purpose.

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    17 mins
  • Its time to get your BREAKTHROUGH in Prayer
    Oct 19 2025

    What if you’re one prayer away from the breakthrough you’ve been waiting for? In this heartfelt episode of "From the Game to Grace," Jarius and Candice Hayes sit down with the incredible Pastor Kimberly Ray to explore the power of prayer, the beauty of grace, and finding purpose beyond the platform. Whether you’re navigating life after professional sports, caregiving, blending families dynamics, or overcoming adversity, this episode is filled with real stories, generational wisdom, and practical steps to deepen your faith and reclaim your peace.

    Pastor Kim shares her inspiring testimony, from starting her ministry at just 19 years old to building a global legacy alone with her three sister Cheryl Ray, Pastor JD Ray, and Tanya Ray, through prayer and intercession. She opens up about the challenges of staying spiritually grounded in difficult seasons and offers powerful insights on how to build a prayer life, even when life feels overwhelming. From practical tips to finding peace in the challenging times, to the transformative power of postures of prayer, this conversation will leave you reflecting on your own journey with renewed hope.


    This episode is a safe space for honest conversations about faith, identity, and the struggles we all face. Because no matter where you are, grace meets you right where you stand. Believe in the process, trust the power of prayer, and remember: you are never alone.


    If you’ve ever felt like giving up or wondered if God hears your prayers, this episode is for you. Let it remind you that in every trial, there’s grace, purpose, and a legacy waiting to unfold. Share this with someone who needs to hear it, and let’s continue having real conversations that inspire change. Grace is always the next play.


    #posturesofprayer #prayerlife #prayeroffaith #prayuntilsomethinghappens #prayerlife #faithjourney #mentalhealth #blendedfamilies #findingpurpose

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    33 mins
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