Phil Wickwar was living his dream coaching football at Nixa High School when life changed in an instant... he had a stroke right there in his office.

On this episode of The Real Deal Conversations with Megan Deal, Phil opens up about the fight for his life, the long road to recovery, and how it completely reshaped his identity, faith, and purpose. He shares what it’s like to go from a driven coach to a patient learning to slow down, and how his faith in Christ became the foundation he leaned on most. Phil’s wife joins in with her honest perspective on being a caretaker, making this a raw, inspiring look at resilience, grace, and finding hope when life throws you a curveball.

Phil Wickwar was living his dream coaching football at Nixa High School when life changed in an instant... he had a stroke right there in his office. On this episode of&nbsp;The Real Deal Conversations&nbsp;with Megan Deal, Phil opens up about the fight for his life, the long road to recovery, and how it completely reshaped his identity, faith, and purpose. He shares what it&rsquo;s like to go from a driven coach to a patient learning to slow down, and how his faith in Christ became the foundation he leaned on most. Phil&rsquo;s wife joins in with her honest perspective on being a caretaker, making this a raw, inspiring look at resilience, grace, and finding hope when life throws you a curveball.

The Real Deal Conversations with Megan Deal shares real stories and meaningful conversations to encourage, inspire, and equip you for life's challenges—whether it’s mental health, relationships, work, or leadership.

Through personal experiences and insightful discussions, Megan and her guests work to foster empathy, build connections, and remind you that you're not alone.

New episodes drop every Tuesday wherever you get your podcasts or at aroundtheozarks.com!

The Real Deal Conversations with Megan Deal shares real stories and meaningful conversations to encourage, inspire, and equip you for life's challenges&mdash;whether it&rsquo;s mental health, relationships, work, or leadership.
Through personal experiences and insightful discussions, Megan and her guests work to foster empathy, build connections, and remind you that you're not alone.
New episodes drop every Tuesday wherever you get your podcasts or at aroundtheozarks.com!

The Real Deal Conversations

The Real Deal Conversations with Megan Deal shares real stories and meaningful conversations to encourage, inspire, and equip you for life's challenges&mdash;whether it&rsquo;s mental health, relationships, work, or leadership.
Through personal experiences and insightful discussions, Megan and her guests work to foster empathy, build connections, and remind you that you're not alone.
New episodes drop every Tuesday wherever you get your podcasts or at aroundtheozarks.com!