From The Game 2 Grace

About From The Game 2 Grace

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.

Publisher

Jarius & Candice Hayes

Category

religion & spirituality · society & culture · sports

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

22 Jun 2025

Latest episode

10 Apr 2026

Latest episodes

15 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   10 Apr 2026

   When Identity Shifts

   Former NFL player Jarius Hayes, sits down with his wife Candice to discuss his book A Message To The Man, a powerful guide for men navigating emotions, marriage, discipline, and friendships. In this honest conversation, Jarius opens up about: Transitioning from NFL spotlight to everyday life The difference between discipline on the field and discipline in life. Whether you're a current or former NFL player, a father trying to lead your family well, or a man searching for your identity after a major life transition this conversation will challenge you to rethink what it means to be a man of strength, vulnerability, and grace. Get the book: A Message To The Man by: Jarius Hayes https://a.co/d/09EqnCb3 (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbW92anREQkMwQnJEdEJ6WjBCV3dPOFpCcXNxUXxBQ3Jtc0trTWRLVFlSMkhwbURBTEFiSDVjeEkyQXItSkZJTVZubFlLN2hjQkxoWDFTN3hhR1dZUFdHanhwLXpYQWhWc1lkRXY3ZjBKXzBMMVJXZDRUc3hCTDVMRTdwalp0YUtxSExTZld1ZUhDWk9lbjExa1N2Yw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fa.co%2Fd%2F09EqnCb3&v=-AlOhGxrVlg) Subscribe for more honest conversations about life after the game, marriage, mental health, and building a legacy beyond the spotlight. CONNECT WITH US: 🎙️ Podcast: From The Game 2 Grace INSTAGRAM FromtheGame2Grace TIK TOK FromTheGame2Grace #NFLtransition (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/nfltransition), #lifeafterfootball (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/lifeafterfootball), #retiredNFLplayers (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/retirednflplayers), #fatherhood (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fatherhood), #blendedfamily (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/blendedfamily), #mentalhealth (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/mentalhealth), #marriageadviceformen (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/marriageadviceformen), #mentorship (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/mentorship), #emotionalintelligence (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/emotionalintelligence), #grace (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/grace), #discipline (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/discipline), #formerathletes (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/formerathletes), #careertransition (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/careertransition), #JariusHayes (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/jariushayes), #A (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/a)MessageToThe Man Listen & subscribe for more real conversations about family, identity, and legacy.

2. 

   8 Feb 2026

   Finding Purpose after loosing a scholarship

   We sit down for a powerful and personal conversation in “Choosing Purpose Over Paychecks.” Our guest shares Kendall Harrison, owner of Rocket City Movers of Huntsville, how he went from losing his college scholarship to working two jobs while attending school full-time to graduating and landing a stable corporate career in logistics engineering only to walk away after three years and start a moving company from the ground up. Now, 6 years into running his own business, he opens up about the mindset behind his decisions, what entrepreneurship has taught him, and how he defines success today. This is more than a business story it’s about resilience, risk-taking, and creating a legacy on your own terms.

3. 

   1 Feb 2026

   You dont have to do this alone

   Parenting can feel overwhelming, but grace meets you where you are even in the hardest moments. In this episode of "From the Game 2 Grace," we tackle the pressures of parenting and the emotional toll of caregiving with Dr. Mari PhD, together we discuss how to ask for help without guilt, redefine expectations, and find strength in vulnerability. Whether you’re a parent feeling isolated, a mother wrestling with pride, or simply someone searching for purpose beyond the platform, this episode offers real stories, generational impact, and tools to believe in the process of growth. You don’t need to do it alone a supportive village is essential. Let this reminder of grace encourage you to lean into the journey and embrace the daily victories. Listen & subscribe for more real conversations. Information about our guest on this episode is as follows: Dr. Mari PHD, is a licensed behavioral health expert, life coach, and founder of The Village, a holistic wellness community where healing, growth, and sisterhood thrive. With more than 20 years of experience in mental health and personal development, she empowers women to set healthy boundaries, rediscover joy, and protect their peace. Known for her warm yet insightful approach, Dr. Mari PHD, blends clinical expertise with soulful wisdom to guide others toward wholeness, balance, and purpose. Additional information please visit her website : drmariphd.com

4. 

   26 Jan 2026

   I thought I could handle it

   Over a course of seven years, my husband and I walked through something we never expected,caring for our youngest son through a mental health crisis. We were caregivers. Parents. Faithful. But I was still a mother, and a woman,trying to hold it all together without falling apart. In this solo episode, I’m not here as a co-host. I’m here as a mother who silently carried more than most people knew. As a woman who didn’t know how to say, “I’m not okay.” This journey changed me deeply emotionally, mentally, spiritually. And today, I’m finally sharing what I never thought I’d say out loud. If you’ve ever held it together for everyone else while falling apart inside… this one is for you. FromTheGame2Grace

5. 

   25 Jan 2026

   How we turned Pain into Purpose

   Over the course seven years, we kept our deepest challenge quiet. Behind the smiles, the business, the parenting, and the ministry we were navigating something incredibly heavy: our son’s battle with mental illness. We didn’t know who we could speak with and not judge our situation. We didn’t know who would understand. We were just trying to survive. In this episode, we open up about what no one saw the toll it took on us as parents, as a couple, and as people of faith. We also share the hope we found, the grace that sustained us, and what we wish more families knew when facing silent battles. If you're walking through something no one else sees, this is for you. You're not alone. Listen & subscribe for more real conversations FromThe Game2Grace.

6. 

   28 Dec 2025

   Grace Over Grind

   n this soul stirring episode of From the Game 2 Grace, Jarius and Candice Hayes have a heart-to-heart about what it looks like to move from grind to grace a personal, spiritual, and emotional shift away from performance-driven living and toward a more grounded, God-led life. This isn’t a surface-level chat about work-life balance it’s a real conversation about the pressure to produce, the mental and spiritual toll of constant hustle, and the decision to choose peace over performance. Whether you’re: • Building a business • Transitioning after professional sports • Navigating burnout • Or simply tired of grinding through life on your own strength. This episode will meet you where you are and remind you: you don’t have to hustle to prove your worth. There’s another way and it starts with grace.

7. 

   3 Nov 2025

   Burn Out Warning

   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

8. 

   27 Oct 2025

   Home Equity: The Game Changer You Need

   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.

9. 

   19 Oct 2025

   Its time to get your BREAKTHROUGH in Prayer

   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

10. 

    27 Sept 2025

    After its all Said and Done

    Suddenly, the identity you carried for years feels like it slips away. The question whispers loud: Who am I without the game? But, here's what we learned. The end of the game is not the end of your story Grace meets you where the game leaves you . Grace says you are more than what you do. Grace says : There is purpose after the platform. Grace says : Your best days are not behind you. This week's conversation is another reminder that you position may change, but your purpose remains. #walkinginpurpose (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/walkinginpurpose) #fromgame2grace (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fromgame2grace) #lifeafterfootball (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/lifeafterfootball) #purposebeyondthegame (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/purposebeyondthegame) #podcastshow (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/podcastshow)

11. 

    13 Sept 2025

    Don't dwell on what didn't get accomplished, just keep moving

    On this episode of FromThe Game2Grace, we open up about what it felt like to walk through one of the life's hardest hits. Quote by Jarius Hayes : " Alot of times you will focus on what you didn't accomplish rather than what you did accomplish" This raw conversation will encourage anyone facing setbacks, reminding you that even in loss, there's perspective, growth and God's timing . #NFLJOURNEY #overcomingadversity #fromthegame2grace

12. 

    13 Sept 2025

    Getting Released from the Arizona Cardinals

    It's no fun going through adversity, nobody wants to. But what truly matters is how you overcome it. In this episode, we share Jarius's journey: after being released from the Arizona Cardinals, he went on to play for NFL EUROPE expansion team, the Amsterdam Admirals. One season later, the same team that let him go the Arizona Cardinals called him back. His story is a reminder that even when things look bleak, there's always hope. Stay encouraged. Believe in the process. Never lose faith in small beginnings. #fromthegame2grace #overseas #nflexpansionteam #nfleurope #overcomingadversity

13. 

    23 Aug 2025

    Blended Family Edition

    Welcome to From The Game 2 Grace a real, no-fluff space where we open up about our life, our marriage, and what it’s truly been like to live the blended family experience. After 29 years together, raising children, navigating life after the NFL, and overcoming private challenges including a silent mental health battle with our youngest son we’re sharing what most people don’t talk about. We’ve lived through the stereotypes, the assumptions, the outside opinions and we’re here to show you that with love, maturity, and faith, a blended family can work beautifully. This podcast is for anyone in a blended family, dating someone with kids, or simply trying to protect their peace while raising children in complex dynamics. From tough conversations and boundary setting to mental well-being and healing generational silence, this is real life shared with honesty and heart.

14. 

    7 Jul 2025

    Here is the Breakdown with the Blended Family Unit

    In this powerful recap episode of From the Game 2 Grace, we take a moment to reflect not just on what we’ve talked about, but on what we’ve lived through. These conversations come from real places, from the pain one of us walked through, to the grace we’ve chosen to extend together as we grow as a family. Some of these lessons were learned the hard way. But today, we’re offering preventive wisdom things we wish we had known to help others navigate their family journeys with less stress, less chaos, and more understanding. In this episode, we reflect on: • Rewiring harmful thought patterns rooted in past pain • Healing from emotional scars and how that shaped our family dynamic • Moments of deep empathy that changed how we show up for others • The ups and downs of blended families, and what makes them thrive • How to begin mature, honest conversations that prevent future breakdowns We didn’t get everything right, but we’ve grown through faith, through real talk, and grace. And now, we’re here to help you do the same. If this resonates, share it. Subscribe. And drop a comment, we’re building a space where healing and honest conversations lead the way. #FromTheGame2Grace #FamilyHealing #GraceOverDrama #PreventiveWisdom #BlendedFamilyJourney

15. 

    22 Jun 2025

    The Thought Process vs Relationship Trauma

    In this episode, we take it back nearly 30 years to the beginning of our relationship and the thought process behind healing from relationship trauma. I open up about life as a single mother, carrying the weight of past challenges, while my husband coming from a very different path offered stability, love, and a new perspective. We talk about how he invited me into his world through his journey from college football to the NFL, and how that opened the door for growth and trust. With his insight from the male perspective and my encouragement rooted in hope, we share how two people from completely different backgrounds built something lasting. This episode is a reminder that even when love starts in separate places, teamwork and faith can take it somewhere powerful.

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