From Foster Care to Olympic Gold with Kriss Akabusi

Elizabeth spoke to Olympic legend Kriss Akabusi reveals the extraordinary journey from a challenging childhood foster care during the Nigerian civil war, to becoming a world-class athlete and inspirational figure. We spoke about: 💪 How discipline and sports became his pathway to self-discovery 🇳🇬 Reconnecting with his Nigerian roots and identity after years of rejecting it 🎙️ His spiritual awakening and complex relationship with faith --- 🎟️ Book your ticket for the SACRED LIVE: https://linktr.ee/sacr... 🎙️ Follow The Sacred: linktr.ee/sacredpodcast 📖 Follow Elizabeth Oldfield: www.elizabetholdfield.com/ 💡 Produced by the ‪@thinktanktheos‬ www.theosthinktank.co.uk/ ✍️ Follow Kriss Akabusi: https://www.instagram.... CHAPTERS 00:00:00 Come to The Sacred Live! 00:00:32 Intro 00:01:32 What is Sacred to you? Kriss Akabusi answers 00:03:02 Childhood Influences 00:05:46 Family Background and Nigerian Heritage 00:09:40 Experiences in Children's Home and Care System 00:12:48 Turning Point: A Moment of Realisation 00:17:04 Reunion with Mother and Cultural Disconnection 00:22:14 Understanding Parental Sacrifices and Forgiveness 00:23:02 Transition to Adulthood and Name Change 00:25:32 Life in the Army and Discovering Athletic Talent 00:27:55 Finding Purpose Through Sport 00:29:04 The 1991 Relay Race: A Game-Changing Strategy 00:34:38 The Spirituality of Sport 00:41:19 Evolving Spirituality: A Personal Journey 00:47:23 Embracing Heritage and Identity 00:50:11 The Gift of Life Awareness Keywords: Kriss, Akabusi, Olympic, Champion, Resilience, Foster, Care, Sports, Motivation, Inspiration, Athlete, Success, Overcoming, Adversity, Personal, Growth, Nigerian, Heritage, Spirituality, Faith, Transformation, Life, Journey, Childhood, Trauma, Mental, Strength, Determination, Achievement, Empowerment, Diversity, Inclusion, Multicultural, Identity, Purpose, Mindset, Coaching, Mentorship, Leadership, Autobiography, Memoir, Triumph, Challenges, Breakthrough, Courage, Discipline, Self-Improvement, Motivation, Storytelling, Empathy, Racism, Survival, Resilience, Immigrant, Experience, Mentality, Willpower, Breakthrough, Potential, Mindfulness, Healing, Transformation, Empowerment, Ancestry, Cultural, Legacy, Perseverance, Vulnerability, Authenticity, Wisdom, Redemption #podcast #KrissAkabusi #Resilience #OlympicChampion #personalgrowth