The game of ping pong, also known as table tennis, is often seen as a simple game that anyone can play. However, for Wally Green, ping pong saved his life and opened him up to all the possibilities that life had to offer, from the *mean streets* of the inner city to the international arena.For a guy born into a life of abuse and turmoil, Wally had a chance encounter with the sport that kept him out of jail and gave him a sense of purpose. At first, he was only interested in playing to bully those he saw playing the sport. However, he soon realized that ping pong was more than just a game – it was a way to connect with people. It was a way to build relationships and trust. It was a way to find peace.Wally discovered a talent for table tennis and went on to become a renowned International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) Pro Tour professional, co-founder of SPiN, and a TEDx speaker. He now travels the world, using ping pong as a way to connect with people and spread the message of peace, even in North Korea. In a world filled with so much hate, it is essential to turn that hate into positive energy. It's time for us to change the landscape. It's time for us to start believing in ourselves and doing the things we're meant to do. It's time to get crap done. Wally has been able to use his story to inspire others and show them that overcoming any obstacle in life is possible.What You Will Learn From This Episode03:08 - Wally’s early beginnings15:12 - Turning hate into positive energy22:53 - Being homeless and getting into the world of ping pong31:32- Co-founding and finding success with SPiN33:46 - Never be afraid to ask for help34:51 - The need for parents to listen to their childrenConnect with Wally GreenWebsite: https://www.whoiswallygreen.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wally-green-4836a5b/ See What Your Obsessed Girls Are Doing and Send Us Feedback!CROWN AND COMPASS | Linktree -  https://linktr.ee/crownandcompassgirls-----Get Obsessed with us. Collectively we are a nutritionist, a master certified life coach, an attorney, and a self-esteem expert. We dive into topics that uncover the essence of the human experience. Our stories are one of kicking fear in the face and taking a leap of faith. We are equally obsessed with the works of Brene Brown and are inspired to study and understand the 30 core emotions. Each week we will explore another emotion, talk to experts in their field and inspire you to live the life you are meant to be living. We are Julie Lokun, JD, Tia Morell Walden, Certified Holistic Nutritionist, and Mika Altidor, Certified Life Coach. Join us for the conversation, and more importantly be a part of the conversation. Reach out with a question or comment about an episode or suggest a personal development topic you are obsessed with. After all, the Obsessed Podcast is for you and about you. Learn More About Your Hosts: HereFor More About Julie Lokun Check Her Out: Here?Join Our Community:CROWN AND COMPASS | Linktreehttps://www.crownandcompasslifecoaching.comLife Coach | Julie Lokun Personal Coaching and Development (julielokuncoaching.com)And if you are a podcaster, broadcaster, writer or speaker check out our newest FREE community, The Mediacasters:https://themediacasters.mn.coGet Obsessed with your life. #obsessedpodcast