
Why Are You With People Who Don’t Value You? | Jimmie Bell | Buckeye Focused
11/09/22 • 19 min
“You have to prepare your kids and give them the courage to do what’s best for themselves.” – Jimmie Bell
So much insight, self-reflection, and inspiring advice in this episode. Jimmie tells stories of:
- a non-violent end to a conflict
- teaching kids to value themselves
- being presented with something that has nothing to do with you
- communicating with the important people in your life
- understanding the consequences of your decisions
- how to fight through fear
- you deserve “this”
- realizing who you are
There are individuals we come across in life that have an immediate impact. For Nate Oliver and now me, one of those individuals is Jimmie Bell. And we hope now you. By listening to this episode, you will understand what Jimmie Bell means by the question he asks his own daughter: “Why are you with people who don’t value you?”
Jimmie Bell (JB) deserves to be heard — he needs to be heard. And we hope you will listen to what JB has to say. We promise you will be affected by this conversation no matter your background.
While this is “Buckeye Focused”, a buckeye here and a buckeye there spawned this conversation. But this conversation goes way beyond football and buckeyes. I’ve always said “sports bring people together” and this episode proves that.
More about Jimmie Bell:
Football: Ohio State Defensive Lineman, 1997 Rose Bowl Champion, 1999 New York Giants, 2000 San Diego Chargers
TEDx Talk: Invincible Currency; Better Than a Trophy | TEDxHilliard
Belpre High School Football Coach
Connect with JB: Facebook | Twitter
As always, Buckeye Focused is hosted by former Ohio State Buckeye, Nate Oliver (IG). And Eric Kasimov (Twitter).
Nate played for the Buckeyes mostly under Coach Jim Tressel between 2007-2011.
Eric is the founder of KazSource, Inc, and the creator of this platform, SportsE+.
Jimmie Bell: “Consider not focusing on what I do, but use what I do to inspire YOU to do ALL YOU can do.” speaker, life and football coach, author, consultant
In case you haven’t noticed, we love podcasts. In fact, we love building podcasts. Everything from development to production. Because of all that, we’re building a one-of-a-kind podcast network. If you have a podcast or are looking to launch a new podcast, then we should talk. You can message me on Twitter @eric_kaz or hit us up any way that works for you. Let’s talk about your podcast joining this one-of-a-kind podcast network.
If you are a current or former Ohio State Buckeye and want to be featured in an upcoming episode of Buckeye Focused: hit us up | Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, or simply email us!
Useful web pages from this episode:
More content related to Ohio State and mental health:
- Jimmie Bell: “I Got the Courage to Start Over”
- AthMindset | Sydney Supple | Empowering Women and Northwestern Softball
- We’re All A Little Crazy: #SameHere Global Mental Health Movement
- Accept Responsibility for the Position You Are In | by Jimmie Bell
Let’s Connect:
- Eric Kasimov: Twitter, LinkedIn
- Nate Oliver: Instagram | KBK Social Entrepreneurship Program
That’s a wrap:
- Thank you for listening to...
“You have to prepare your kids and give them the courage to do what’s best for themselves.” – Jimmie Bell
So much insight, self-reflection, and inspiring advice in this episode. Jimmie tells stories of:
- a non-violent end to a conflict
- teaching kids to value themselves
- being presented with something that has nothing to do with you
- communicating with the important people in your life
- understanding the consequences of your decisions
- how to fight through fear
- you deserve “this”
- realizing who you are
There are individuals we come across in life that have an immediate impact. For Nate Oliver and now me, one of those individuals is Jimmie Bell. And we hope now you. By listening to this episode, you will understand what Jimmie Bell means by the question he asks his own daughter: “Why are you with people who don’t value you?”
Jimmie Bell (JB) deserves to be heard — he needs to be heard. And we hope you will listen to what JB has to say. We promise you will be affected by this conversation no matter your background.
While this is “Buckeye Focused”, a buckeye here and a buckeye there spawned this conversation. But this conversation goes way beyond football and buckeyes. I’ve always said “sports bring people together” and this episode proves that.
More about Jimmie Bell:
Football: Ohio State Defensive Lineman, 1997 Rose Bowl Champion, 1999 New York Giants, 2000 San Diego Chargers
TEDx Talk: Invincible Currency; Better Than a Trophy | TEDxHilliard
Belpre High School Football Coach
Connect with JB: Facebook | Twitter
As always, Buckeye Focused is hosted by former Ohio State Buckeye, Nate Oliver (IG). And Eric Kasimov (Twitter).
Nate played for the Buckeyes mostly under Coach Jim Tressel between 2007-2011.
Eric is the founder of KazSource, Inc, and the creator of this platform, SportsE+.
Jimmie Bell: “Consider not focusing on what I do, but use what I do to inspire YOU to do ALL YOU can do.” speaker, life and football coach, author, consultant
In case you haven’t noticed, we love podcasts. In fact, we love building podcasts. Everything from development to production. Because of all that, we’re building a one-of-a-kind podcast network. If you have a podcast or are looking to launch a new podcast, then we should talk. You can message me on Twitter @eric_kaz or hit us up any way that works for you. Let’s talk about your podcast joining this one-of-a-kind podcast network.
If you are a current or former Ohio State Buckeye and want to be featured in an upcoming episode of Buckeye Focused: hit us up | Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, or simply email us!
Useful web pages from this episode:
More content related to Ohio State and mental health:
- Jimmie Bell: “I Got the Courage to Start Over”
- AthMindset | Sydney Supple | Empowering Women and Northwestern Softball
- We’re All A Little Crazy: #SameHere Global Mental Health Movement
- Accept Responsibility for the Position You Are In | by Jimmie Bell
Let’s Connect:
- Eric Kasimov: Twitter, LinkedIn
- Nate Oliver: Instagram | KBK Social Entrepreneurship Program
That’s a wrap:
- Thank you for listening to...
Previous Episode

Accept Responsibility for the Position You Are In | by Jimmie Bell | Buckeye Focused 10
“One of the hardest things for most people is to look in the mirror and accept responsibility for the position they are in.” – Jimmie Bell
What Jimmie Bell shares in this episode is not only a hard truth but told in a way that compels you to actually look in the mirror. There are people we come across in life that have this immediate and profound impact on us. For Nate Oliver and now me, one of those people is Jimmie Bell. And we hope now you. By listening to this episode, you will understand what Jimmie Bell means by accepting responsibility for the position you are in. And I believe it will make a difference.
Jimmie Bell (JB) deserves to be heard — he needs to be heard. And we hope you will listen to what JB has to say. We promise you will be affected by this conversation no matter your background.
While this is “Buckeye Focused”, a buckeye here and a buckeye there spawned this conversation. But this conversation goes way beyond football and buckeyes. I’ve always said “sports bring people together” and this episode proves that.
More about Jimmie Bell:
Football: Ohio State Defensive Lineman, 1997 Rose Bowl Champion, 1999 New York Giants, 2000 San Diego Chargers
TEDx Talk: Invincible Currency; Better Than a Trophy | TEDxHilliard
Belpre High School Football Coach
Connect with JB: Facebook | Twitter
As always, Buckeye Focused is hosted by former Ohio State Buckeye, Nate Oliver (IG). And Eric Kasimov (Twitter).
Nate played for the Buckeyes mostly under Coach Jim Tressel between 2007-2011.
Eric is the founder of KazSource, Inc, and the creator of this platform, SportsE+.
Jimmie Bell: “Consider not focusing on what I do, but use what I do to inspire YOU to do ALL YOU can do.” speaker, life and football coach, author, consultant
In case you haven’t noticed, we love podcasts. In fact, we love building podcasts. Everything from development to production. Because of all that, we’re building a one-of-a-kind podcast network. If you have a podcast or are looking to launch a new podcast, then we should talk. You can message me on Twitter @eric_kaz or hit us up any way that works for you. Let’s talk about your podcast joining this one-of-a-kind podcast network.
If you are a current or former Ohio State Buckeye and want to be featured in an upcoming episode of Buckeye Focused: hit us up | Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, or simply email us!
Useful web pages from this episode:
More content related to Ohio State and mental health:
- We’re All A Little Crazy: #SameHere Global Mental Health Movement
- Jimmie Bell: “I Got the Courage to Start Over” | Buckeye Focused 4
- The Challenges of Finding a Therapist | Derek Bylsma, LCPC
- Sports Bring People Together
Let’s Connect:
- Eric Kasimov: Twitter, LinkedIn
- Nate Oliver: Instagram | KBK Social Entrepreneurship Program
That’s a wrap:
- Thank you for listening to this Buckeye Focused episode on SportsE+ titled, “Accept Responsibility for the Position You Are In | by Jimmie Bell”.
- Follow this podcast on Apple Podcasts
- Follow this podcast on Spotify
- Intro...
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Jack Tatum and The Game | Buckeye Focused
As we all know, life is deeper than just football. It goes without saying. That doesn’t mean sports aren’t important — if anything that’s why they are important. Sports bring people together, sports create stories, sports teach you about winning and losing, sports get you in shape, sports get you interested, and sports matter because they don’t matter. This podcast started because of a buckeye here and a buckeye there. Football got us here, but this podcast and football run deeper.
But it’s still almost Michigan week. And we need us a Jack Tatum and The Game story — and we have one, told by Nate Oliver.
Topics in this episode:
- Ohio State vs. Indiana game | Miyan Williams | Kamryn Babb
- The Game
- CJ. Stroud’s willingness to run can be a difference-maker
- Desmond Howard bias
- UVA
- “It Starts With You”
Connect with JB: Facebook | Twitter
As always, Buckeye Focused is hosted by former Ohio State Buckeye, Nate Oliver (IG). And Eric Kasimov (Twitter).
Nate played for the Buckeyes mostly under Coach Jim Tressel between 2007-2011.
Eric is the founder of KazSource, Inc, and the creator of this platform, SportsE+.
In case you haven’t noticed, we love podcasts. In fact, we love building podcasts. Everything from development to production. Because of all that, we’re building a one-of-a-kind podcast network. If you have a podcast or are looking to launch a new podcast, then we should talk. You can message me on Twitter @eric_kaz or hit us up any way that works for you. Let’s talk about your podcast joining this one-of-a-kind podcast network.
If you are a current or former Ohio State Buckeye and want to be featured in an upcoming episode of Buckeye Focused: hit us up | Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, or simply email us!
Useful web pages from this episode:
More content related to Ohio State and it goes beyond sports:
- Sports Bring People Together
- Accept Responsibility for the Position You Are In | by Jimmie Bell
- Tribalism in Sports x Player Mindset | Buckeye Focused 8
Let’s Connect:
- Eric Kasimov: Twitter, LinkedIn
- Nate Oliver: Instagram | KBK Social Entrepreneurship Program
That’s a wrap:
- Thank you for listening to this Buckeye Focused episode on SportsE+ titled, “Jack Tatum and The Game”.
- Follow this podcast on Apple Podcasts
- Follow this podcast on Spotify
- Intro
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