What does it look like to be a Division I athlete who stays grounded, purpose-driven, and anchored in faith—while navigating fame, NIL money, loss, identity shifts, and the transition into entrepreneurship?

In this deeply moving episode of Elevate Wellness, hosts Lisa D. Murphy and Mark Murphy sit down with Anthony Leal, Indiana Hoosiers basketball star turned entrepreneur, whose story gained national attention when he used his NIL earnings to pay off his sister’s student loan debt.

Anthony opens up about the values that shaped him, the discipline it took to avoid the pitfalls of college fame, and how faith and family guided every step of his journey. He shares the emotional story of his sister’s influence, the heartbreak of losing a close friend, the pressures of identity in sports, and what it really takes for young men and women to manage mental health in a world obsessed with perfection.

Today, Anthony is building companies that help athletes create long-term financial stability and transform the sports ecosystem—ranging from a real estate investment group to Motion Sports, a tech company recently backed by Mark Cuban.

This conversation is raw, inspiring, and full of wisdom for athletes, parents, entrepreneurs, and anyone navigating purpose, transition, or personal growth.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

• The family-driven motivation that shaped Anthony’s athletic journey

• How faith and discipline helped him avoid college temptations

• The emotional story behind paying off his sister’s tuition

• What it feels like to lose the identity of “athlete” after college

• The role of vulnerability in breaking shame and improving mental health

• NIL pitfalls: how young athletes can protect themselves

• The truth about comparison, social media, and male emotional health

• How Anthony built businesses while still a student-athlete

• The mission behind his sports-tech company and real estate venture

• Why service—not success—is the foundation of meaningful entrepreneurship

• The mindset practices that keep him grounded (including his “faith & fitness” rule)

CALL TO ACTION (CTA)

Comment below: What part of Anthony’s story inspired you most?

Follow Anthony on Instagram at @anthonyl3al to stay connected to his journey, ventures, and mission.

LINKS & RESOURCES

Follow Anthony on Instagram: https://instagram.com/anthonyl3al

Follow Anthony on Twitter: https://twitter.com/anthonyl3al

In Part 2 of this special Elevate Wellness series, Lisa D. Murphy dives even deeper into real wealth creation with her husband and financial expert, Mark B. Murphy, founder of Northeast Private Client Group. This time, they tackle the real talk behind financial blind spots, bad money habits, and why success is always a choice.

From 1099 earners with no tax strategy to young athletes getting rich overnight, Mark shares his signature Financial Integrity Scorecard and how anyone—yes, even you—can create a life by design, not by default.

• The 10 pillars of financial integrity (and where most people score dangerously low)
• What to do if you’ve never saved a dime—or planned for taxes
• Why mindset is the true barrier to financial success (not math!)
• How to raise financially responsible kids in a spoiled world
• The truth about “work-life balance” and why it could be holding you back
• How Mark helps clients avoid becoming broke… after making millions

What’s your score on Mark’s Financial Integrity Scorecard?

📩 DM or comment your biggest takeaway—and let us know what you want us to cover next.

• Listen to Part 1: How to Create Real Wealth That Lasts
• Connect with Lisa: Lisa D. Murphy
• Work with Mark: Northeast Private Client Group

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In this empowering episode of Elevate Wellness, Lisa D. Murphy sits down with her husband, Mark B. Murphy—financial strategist, bestselling author, and founder of Northeast Private Client Group—to unpack what it really means to build wealth. Spoiler: it’s not just about the money.

Mark shares his journey from humble beginnings to managing billions, and why he believes true wealth is about freedom, impact, and legacy. Together, Lisa and Mark break down how to prepare for life’s curveballs, why collaboration beats competition, and how any person—no matter where they start—can create a “life by design.”

• What “real wealth” actually means (and why it’s not a dollar amount)
• The “Paychecks and Playchecks” strategy to financial independence
• How to protect your future with cash confidence and legacy planning
• Why investing in people, not just portfolios, is the key to long-term success
• The role of purpose and giving in multi-generational wealth
• How Mark and Lisa built a life—and a movement—together

What’s your definition of real wealth? Share it in the comments.

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• More episodes: Elevate Wellness Podcast
• Connect with Lisa: Lisa D. Murphy
• Learn more about Mark’s firm: Northeast Private Client Group
• Pre-order Mark’s upcoming book on multi-generational wealth (coming soon!)

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