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The Unsidelined Life

The Unsidelined Life

By: Eileen Noyes
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The Unsidelined Life is the fresh and dynamic show hosted by Eileen Noyes, author of "Sidelined No More" and “Rise Up, Lady Bellator,” speaker, mentor, and founder of Lady Bellator, advocating for women lost in the shuffle of family life. Join Eileen each week as she dives into the world of womanhood, tackling topics like motherhood, relationships, and purpose at every stage of life. With her unique perspective as the former spouse of an NFL player, Eileen brings stories and insights that resonate with everyone. Discover what God has in store for you this season with The Unsidelined Life, where you'll explore your potential and step confidently into a future full of possibilities.Copyright © 2024 The Unsidelined Life. All rights reserved Spirituality
Episodes
  • Stepping Off the Sidelines: Journey from NFL Wife to finding her own Field with Kim Singletary
    May 21 2025

    In this revealing conversation, Kim Singletary shares her 40-year journey alongside Chicago Bears legend Mike Singletary - from their challenging interracial relationship in the 1980s to her decades supporting his intense football career while raising four children. Kim opens up about the misconceptions in marriage, the pressures of NFL life, and her pivotal decision at age 60 to tell her husband, "I don't want to be on the sidelines of your life anymore." Her story showcases how God honors seasons of sacrifice and proves it's never too late to consider your own field and plant new vineyards. This episode offers hope for anyone questioning their worth or wondering if they've missed their time to shine.

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  • From NFL Dreams to Discipling Leaders with Former Player Chris Johnson
    May 15 2025

    In a world where many chase glory on the field, few manage to translate that pursuit into lasting impact off it. Former NFL player Chris Johnson is one of those few. In this powerful and thought-provoking conversation, Chris opens up about his extraordinary transition—from the roaring stadiums of professional football to the quieter, yet deeply influential world of education, business, and spiritual leadership. Chris’s story is not just about reinvention; it’s about purpose. After achieving what so many only dream of in the NFL, Chris found himself drawn toward something deeper. The turning point? Former NFL player Chris Johnson shares his journey from professional football to education and business, revealing how one conversation changed Eileen's life, the power of being ready for opportunities, and his unique approach to discipling leaders that focuses on guidance rather than control.

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  • Breaking the Code: 10 Ways to Thrive in a Pro Sports Marriage
    May 7 2025

    In this follow-up episode of The Unsidelined Life, Eileen Noyes reveals her practical strategies for handling the top 10 challenges she faced as an NFL wife. From maintaining your identity under public scrutiny to transforming unexpected competition into relationship strength, Eileen shares wisdom that applies far beyond the sports world. She unpacks how faith became her anchor during extreme highs and lows, offering a blueprint for navigating transitions when the game eventually ends. As Eileen introduces her new WAG (Women After God) community, she extends an invitation to join a space where sports spouses can drop the facade and find authentic connection. Whether you're connected to professional sports or facing similar challenges in your own high-pressure relationship, this episode delivers actionable insights for moving from the sidelines into your purpose.

    Feeling like you've lost your identity in someone else's spotlight? In her book Sidelined No More, Eileen helps women married to professional athletes reclaim their sense of self and purpose. Not a pro-athlete wife? Check out Rise Up Lady Bellator. Both available at ladybellator.com/books
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