Monique Billings: Finding Balance And Finding A Way To Get It Done - In Basketball, And In Life

Sportscaster, social media influencer, global keynote speaker, and author Monique Billings joins me to discuss finding balance, finding effective ways to get it done (in life and in sports), and her first book, Finding Balance—A Playbook for Wellness . She shares lessons she has learned about patience, what taught her to finally trust the process and let go, and talks about the monastic process of writing her book. Monique also highlights the interesting contrast between her background as a young athlete, which taught her to train her mind, but not her body, and explains why she prioritizes being super cognizant of what she takes in mentally, physically, and spirituality. She also offers some great advice about getting back to yourself when you’re in a slump and not feeling like your best self and talks about why learning to train your mind is key to being able to figure out your identity outside of what you do. TIMESTAMPS: Monique is a star basketball play and an author talking about her journey. [00:18] As a young athlete, she was taught how to train her body but not taught how to train her mind. Monique gives much credit to her experience at UCLA. [03:15] As a young person, 18- to 21-year-old range, it is the time to figure out who you are. There is so much attention on you as a young athlete. [07:22] Figuring out who you are outside your sport is so important. [10:37] What were the obstacles she had to overcome on the way to becoming a basketball prodigy? [11:00] There is a lot of politics behind the scenes of the recruiting and scouting. [15:11] Just put in the work and don’t get so attached to the resulting outcome. [16:28] That good athlete finds a winning formula in many different areas of life, not just focusing on the one sport. [19:56] What is Monique’s future dream? How does her typical day go as she coordinates her hobbies and goals into the mix? [22:52] In off-season, many WNBA players play overseas. Monique has played in ten countries if the last five years. [25:33] LINKS: Brad Kearns.com Brad’s Shopping page MoBillings.com Monique’s Instagram Monique’s UCLA Bruins Bio Finding Balance What is NIL? QUOTES: “When you put in the work, you don’t get so attached to the result behind it.” “Who are you becoming in the process of the work you’re putting in? That’s the most important part.” Join Brad for more fun on: Instagram: @bradkearns1 Facebook: @bradkearnsjumphigh Twitter: @bradleykearns YouTube: @BradKearns TikTok: @bradkearns We appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to podcast@bradventures.com . If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you! Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, Brad won’t promote anything he doesn’t absolutely love and use in daily life. Mito Red Light: Photobiomodulation light panels to enhance cellular energy production, improve recovery, and optimize circadian rhythm. Email me for special B.rad 10% discount and 60-day free trial! NutriSense: Continuous glucose monitor and 1:1 expert support to help optimize diet choices and lifestyle behaviors. $25 B.rad discount! Marek Health: Comprehensive lab testing and expert tele-health support for peak performance. Use code “BRAD” for 10% discount! LMNT Electrolyte Drink Mix: Tasty, sugar-free, scientifically formulated electrolyte drink mix with everything you need and nothing you don’t. Free sample pack, just click the link! B.rad Whey + Creatine Superfuel : Premium quality, all-natural supplement for peak performance, recovery, and longevity Male Optimization Formula with Organs (MOFO): Optimize testosterone naturally with 100% grassfed animal organ supplement Brad’s Macadamia Masterpiece: Mind-blowing, life-changing nut butter blend Online educational courses: Numerous great offerings for an immersive home-study educational experience Check out the my Favorites page for discounts on other great products! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.