Mental Toughness Podcast With Dr. Rob Bell

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Ep. 186 - Christi Dee - This Blonde Runs

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0500

Christi Dee is an author and endurance athlete behind This Blonde Runs. She has completed over 42 marathons and 17 ultramarathons. She shares powerful insights on resilience and mental toughness drawn from years of pushing physical and mental limits. Christi explores how discipline, perseverance, and mindset fuel growth in sport and in life.

1:12 Christi’s background: 42+ marathons, 17 ultras, and children’s books

3:58 Early running lessons: patience, consistency, and identity

6:44 Coaching philosophy: sustainability over shortcuts

10:22 Mental toughness when training gets monotonous

15:08 Prairie on Fire expectations vs reality

21:18 Early physical breakdown and real-time problem solving

27:32 Making the call to stop: strength, not weakness

33:48 Separating self-worth from race outcomes

38:56 Redefining success after disappointment

44:02 Carrying lessons forward: resilience, perspective, and return mindset

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Ep. 185 - Amy Morin - Mental Strength Isn’t What You Do — It’s What You Don’t Do

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0500

Amy Morin is a psychotherapist and bestselling author known for her work on mental strength and resilience. Drawing from both clinical experience and personal loss, she shares powerful insights on grief, adversity, and how mentally strong people navigate life’s toughest moments.

1:12 Why Mental Toughness Matters More Than Motivation

3:18 Early Losses That Shaped Resilience

4:03 Faith and the C.S. Lewis Book on Grief

8:41 The Hidden Cost of Avoiding Pain

13:56 What Mentally Strong People Don’t Do

18:42 Managing Self-Doubt Without Needing Confidence

23:35 Reframing Failure as Data, Not Identity

28:19 Staying Grounded When Success Accelerates

33:44 Controlling the Controllables Under Stress

38:52 Mental Toughness Is a Daily Practice

43:06 The Skill Most People Overlook

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Ep. 184 - Maureen Shea - It’s What You Fight Through

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0500

Maureen Shea is a former world champion boxer and elite competitor known for her toughness, discipline, and resilience. Her experiences inside and outside the ring offer powerful lessons on mindset, perseverance, and peak performance.

0:42 Growing Up Competitive: How Mental Toughness Starts Early

3:05 Family, Discipline, and Building Resilience as a Kid

6:32 Living in Mexico: Adaptability, Culture, and Confidence

9:22 Learning Spanish and Thriving Outside Your Comfort Zone

12:05 How Maureen Shea Discovered Boxing

15:30 First Fights: When Boxing Became a Serious Calling

18:40 Developing Mental Toughness Inside the Ring

22:20 Managing Fear, Pressure, and Performance Anxiety

26:00 Losing, Setbacks, and Redefining Success in Sports

29:50 Championship Mindset: What Separates Elite Athletes

34:25 “Million Dollar Baby” Fame, Mark Wahlberg, and the Cost of Success

38:10 Self-Belief When No One Else Believes in You

41:55 Confidence, Preparation, and Emotional Control

46:20 Boxing Life Lessons That Apply Beyond Sports

50:10 Advice for Young Athletes Pursuing Big Goals

54:00 Mental Toughness Outside the Ring: Life and Identity

57:50 Life After Championships: Growth Beyond Winning

1:01:10 Final Thoughts on Resilience, Purpose, and Identity

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Ep. 183 - Scarlett Schremmer - The Mental Toughness of Scarlett Schremmer

Fri, 02 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0500

Scarlett Schremmer is a two-time Rolex Junior All-American. Scarlett joins the Mental Toughness Podcast to share how surfing, faith, family, and competitiveness shaped her path to elite junior golf.

0:02 From Hawaii to Augusta National & The U

1:08 Every-weekend surf contests & early pressure

2:39 Surfing danger and life-on-the-line mental toughness

4:01 Shark encounter at Snapper Rocks

7:03 How surfing mechanics transfer to golf

8:51 “Competing is competing” in solo sports

10:31 LPGA mom lessons on stacking days

12:04 Productive training vs. burnout

13:19 Leaving golf at the course & mental recovery

15:16 Box jumps, speed, and gym growth

16:05 Chipping battles with Mom

17:06 Learning from the U.S. National Junior Team

19:49 Coach Zambri and damage-control golf

21:09 Decade Golf and knowing your misses

28:11 Gratitude learned through separation

30:33 Recruiting chaos and following intuition

33:59 Environment and belief at Texas A&M

40:37 Faith as a resiliency anchor

45:24 Message to young golfers: chances are never zero

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Ep. 182 - Bill Parisi - Culture Before Curriculum: Coaching, Confidence & Athletic Identity

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0500

Bill Parisi is a globally recognized leader in sports performance, speed training, and youth athletic development. As the founder and CEO of the Parisi Speed School, Bill has built one of the world’s most successful sports performance training organizations—impacting more than one million athletes through over 100 locations nationwide. He is also a speaker and author.

2:15 Building Parisi Speed School

5:40 Speed as a Trainable Skill

9:05 Don’t Should on Your Kids Mindset

12:30 From One Gym to National Scale

16:45 Confidence Built Through Evidence

20:10 Linking Character to Speed Training

23:50 From Basement Setup to ESPN

27:30 Prioritizing Mechanics Over Talent

30:55 Mental Discipline of Sprinters

34:40 Selecting Coaches Who Can Connect

38:05 Moving From Training Athletes to Training Leaders

41:30 If Starting Today

45:20 Protecting Potential Rather Than Rushing It

50:10 Culture Before Curriculum

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Ep. 181 - Destin Bell - The Gamifying Confidence Blueprint

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0500

Destin Bell is the founder of Card.io, the platform transforming how athletes, creators, and everyday performers build consistency and accountability. Destin’s work centers on discipline, daily habits, and showing up with purpose. He has appeared on Shark Tank as well as Squid Game: The Challenge.

0:03 The Twin War That Built a Competitor

6:55 When Public Speaking Became a Combat Sport

7:52 The Graduation Speech They Tried to Cut

9:33 The Moment the Room Cried and He Arrived

12:25 Confidence Wasn’t Taught — It Was Engineered

17:50 When Words Became Weapons, Not Homework

20:00 The Childhood Game That Created a CEO

21:00 Why Discipline Alone Never Wins the Long Game

22:59 Seeing Someone Who Looks Like You Shifted the Ceiling

29:50 Rock Bottom on an Attic Floor Became a Launch Pad

30:36 COVID Didn’t Just End Plan B — It Forced Plan Only

35:55 Identity Rebuilt Under Pressure and No Exit

40:22 Shark Tank Came Calling (Literally)

41:34 From “Is This a Scam?” to “Pack Your Bags”

42:47 When the Pitch Stopped Feeling Like a Pitch

47:16 The Pause That Took Back Power

47:40 Silence as Strategy: Negotiation in Neutral

51:34 When TV Ended but the Relationships Didn’t

55:17 Inside Squid Game Dorm life, elimination pressure, and life on one of Netflix’s most watched shows.

1:02:31 The “now what?” gap Emotional and psychological drop after a major achievement.

1:03:10 Forward focus Shift toward investing, development, and new opportunities.

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Ep. 180 - Howard Falco - The World WILL Meet You Half-Way

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0500

Howard Falco is a mindfulness and self-empowerment expert, author, and performance coach who specializes in the power of self-awareness. He works with athletes, executives, and individuals seeking to unlock their full potential through a deeper understanding of the mind. Howard is the author of I AM: The Power of Discovering Who You Really Are, Time in a Bottle, and his most recent book INVINCIBLE.

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01:18 The Awakening Behind a Life-Changing Hinge Moment

4:31 Interpreting Spiritual Breakthroughs and the Nature of Guidance

6:49 Forgiveness, Identity Release, and the Expansion of Inner Peace

9:06 Staying Present, Staying Rooted, and Sustaining Emotional Freedom

12:18 Faith and Action

17:04 Understanding “I Am” and Self-Definition

21:02 Limiting Narratives and Re-Claiming Self-Worth

24:26 Why Achievement Alone Can’t Fill an Unhealed Inner Life

25:59 A Practical Framework for Elevated Awareness and Growth

27:26 Directing the Ego as a Tool for Growth in Mental Toughness

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Ep. 179 - Cameron Balser - Change Your Thoughts - Change Your Future

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0500

Cameron Balser is an endurance athlete who accomplished the extraordinary feat of running the entire perimeter of the United States. Cameron shares his incredible journey of perseverance, mindset, and purpose—revealing what it takes to push beyond limits and live life with a greater purpose.

04:07 How Pain Turned Into Passion for Running

07:49 The Hinge Moment That Redefined His Life

12:56 Mental Toughness: What It Really Takes to Keep Going

18:44 When Everything Falls Apart, Here’s How to Push Forward

21:22 Trust Your Gut: The Power of Following Intuition

27:00 Forgiveness and Freedom: Letting Go Without Losing Yourself

30:00 Embracing Pain: How Mental Toughness Comes From Struggle

30:53 Finding Solutions: Turning Obstacles Into Life Lessons

36:53 Transformation Through Intuition and Divine Guidance

38:33 Inspiration Through Others: The Mirror Effect in Life

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Ep. 178 - Nicholas Davenport - Blue Ocean Summit

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Nicholas Davenport—known as “Mr. Mental Muscle” is the founder of Mind Body 1, Nicholas combines neuroscience and sport science to help athletes, military personnel, and professionals strengthen their mental and physical resilience. His innovative methods train focus, decision-making, and emotional control under pressure, proving that peak performance starts in the mind. He is also the creator and organizer of the Blue Ocean Summit.

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7:18 Doing What You Love Despite Obstacles
14:53 Work Ethic as a Competitive Advantage
18:16 Hinge Moment at the Orlando Conference
20:03 Scaling Mind by One: Lessons in Growth
22:53 Challenging Industry Norms
25:56 Blue Ocean Summit Vision
28:03 Using AI in Performance Coaching
35:47 From Rejection to Growth: A Mental Toughness Lesson
58:31 Reflecting on the Journey with Dr. Bell

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Ep. 177 - Bryan Neale - More Than a Game

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Bryan Neale is an NFL referee, owner of Blind Zebra, business coach, and speaker who helps leaders and teams unlock their full potential. He brings lessons from the field and the boardroom to inspire performance, resilience, and growth.

05:12 Future of Officiating & Technology

15:22 Life Beyond Calls

18:47 Post-Game Mental Toughness Reflection & Cataloging

31:12 Perspective Shift: Managing Roles vs Personal Feelings

36:18 Correcting Mistakes, Immediate Accountability

40:50 From Radio to Global Reach

42:30 Start & Never Stop

45:30 Mental Toughness Principle

47:00 Acceptance in Practice

54:30 Practicing Acceptance Through Challenges

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Ep. 176 - Dr. Rob Bell - Prairie On Fire Backyard Ultra

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Dr. Rob Bell is a sport psychology coach, speaker, 8x author, and podcast host. He helps high performers PUKE & RALLY® so they can perform their best when it matters the most. In this episode, Dr. Rob discusses the ups and downs of his most recent race, Prairie On Fire Backyard Ultra.

05:12 The Start Line Mindset Shift

08:47 Dr. Bell on Defining Success Beyond Winning

11:43 The Lowest Point of the Race: A True Hinge Moment

13:23 Solitude in the Final Stretch of Mental Toughness

16:54 Hydration Wins: Avoiding the Puke Problem

17:21 The Real Puke and Rally Moment

18:49 Staying Focused When Goals Change

54:02 Thinking About Doing It Again

55:06 A Debrief of Gratitude with the Team

57:20 Short-Term Goals as a Mental Strategy

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Ep. 175 - Jim Boylen - The Hinge That Opens Doors

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Jim Boylen is a veteran NBA coach with over 30 years of experience. He's a three-time NBA champion as an assistant coach, former head coach of the Chicago Bulls, and the University of Utah. He is currently an assistant coach for the Indiana Pacers.

01:19 Golf Game Check

02:05 Early Hinge Moment

07:46 Graduate Assistant Memories

12:43 Decision to Join NBA

13:16 Video Expertise and Mental Toughness

26:46 Drexler Trade

30:58 Learning Mental Toughness from Coach Mus

34:41 Leadership and Coaching Philosophy

41:03 Faith in Life’s Toughest Challenges

41:21 Mental Toughness: Leading USA Basketball Through Pressure

49:19 Dr. Bell on Lifelong Mentorship and Relationships

50:44 Hinge Moment: Pacers’ Teamwork and Character Philosophy

52:34 Mental Toughness: Drew Nemhard’s Grit and Leadership

57:43 Faith, Tithing, and Life Lessons

59:44 Hinge Moment: Family and Priorities in Coaching Life

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Ep. 174 - Dana Duckworth - From The Arena To The Boardroom

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Dana Duckworth is a dynamic leader who has made an impact both in athletics and in business. She is best known as the former head coach of the University of Alabama gymnastics team, where she carried on the Crimson Tide's championship tradition. After an accomplished coaching career, Dana transitioned into the corporate world, where she now serves as Sr. Director of National Sales at AFFLINK, bringing the same energy, leadership, and competitive spirit that defined her coaching.

02:01 Falling on Her Face at Nationals

07:20 NCAA vs. USA Gymnastics

12:30 Building Unity as a Head Coach

18:17 Empowering Leaders

23:00 Importance of Team Support

28:22 Lessons from Arena to Boardroom

34:10 Redefining Motivation

41:05 A True Hinge Moment

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Ep. 173 - Mia Hammond - The Struggle Makes You A Better Person

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -0400

At just 16 years old, Mia Hammond has already made waves in the golfing world with a mature game far beyond her years. A decorated junior golfer and U.S. Women’s Open qualifier, Mia’s passion, precision, and relentless work ethic have her on a fast track to the top. In this episode, she shares what drives her, how she stays mentally tough under pressure, and the lessons she’s learned balancing competition, school, and life.

02:39 The Sixth-Place Finish That Sparked a Competitive Fire

04:09 Augusta National – A Hinge Moment Under Pressure

06:36 How Winning Changed Media Exposure and Confidence

11:19 Learning the Most from Better Players – A Mental Toughness Lesson

16:13 Hinge Moment: Breaking Down the Week of Her First Professional Win

19:38 Tears of Joy – The Emotional Win

20:55 Overcoming Slumps and Moving Forward

25:15 Protecting Reputation After Disqualification

31:18 Mountaintop Moments and Mental Refocus with Dr. Bell

37:49 Balancing Short-Term Focus with Long-Term Aspirations

39:23 Advice for Young Golfers Facing Burnout

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Ep. 172 - TJ Dailey - Platform For People To Succeed

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -0400

TJ Dailey is the Race Director for Prairie On Fire, one of the Midwest's most exciting endurance events that blends competition and community. With a passion for pushing limits and creating unforgettable race experiences, TJ has grown Prairie On Fire into a can't-miss event for ultra runners. He is known for his attention to detail, athlete-first mindset, and ability to rally people around a bold vision. TJ's leadership is shaping what it means to race with purpose.

5:50 Mental Toughness Through Weight Struggles

8:43 Lessons From Running a 100-Miler

12:36 Ragnar Hinge Moment

19:38 Backyard Ultra Beginnings

29:45 Running Beside Family

40:22 Ultramarathon Strategies

44:00 Mental Toughness and Backyard Ultra Mindset

52:20 Hinge Moment: From Class Clown to Community Builder

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Ep. 171 - Mark Carens - Winning The US Open

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Mark Carens is a veteran PGA Tour caddie who’s been inside the ropes for some of the sport’s biggest moments, guiding top players through major championships and weekly tour battles most recently winning the US Open with JJ Spaun at Oakmont. He has caddied for Si Woo Kim, Bubba Watson, and others.

2:15 Hinge Moment – How Mark Carens Found His True Calling as a Caddie

4:46 A Hilarious Hinge Moment with Bunker Drama and NY Cheers

8:48 Mental Toughness – Mark Breaks Down the Brutal U.S. Open Setup

12:20 Lessons from the Rory Playoff at the Players Championship

14:29 How a Bogey-Free Round Set the Tone for the U.S. Open

22:02 Mental Toughness in Action – A 44-Foot Putt That Sparked the Comeback

24:07 Mark's Role Before JJ’s Clutch Shot on 17

26:09 Hinge Moment on 18 – JJ’s Final Tee Shot Under Pressure

27:03 The 64-Foot Putt That Sealed the U.S. Open Victory

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Ep. 170 - Travis Smith - Silence Does The Heavy Lifting

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Travis Smith is a seasoned leader and innovative thinker in the world of packaging and logistics. As the Vice President of Coaching at Ernest Packaging Solutions, Travis brings more than two decades of experience driving transformative strategies that challenge industry norms. Known for his energetic leadership and relentless commitment to customer success, he plays a vital role in shaping Ernest’s bold, people-first approach to business.

00:03:17 Exploring Travis’s Defining Moment at BYU

00:07:05 Building Momentum Through Door-to-Door Challenges

00:11:17 Hinge Moment: Turning Conversations into Genuine Connection

00:14:46 Discovering Passion for Sales and Leadership

00:18:17 Speaking Your Identity Out Loud

00:32:53 The Power of Silence and Reflection in Growth

00:39:45 How One Conversation Can Transform a Life

00:49:41 Embracing Love Without Limits: Expanding the Meaning of Family

00:55:54 Creating a Coaching Culture and Leadership Growth

01:02:39 The Gift of the Goose: Supporting Each Other in Leadership

01:04:29 Creativity in Coaching: A Personal Story Through Piano

01:09:14 Embracing Vulnerability: Learning from What You’ve Been Wrong About

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Ep. 169 - Cat and Nat - Their Unfiltered Hinge Moments

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Cat and Nat are the power duo that have redefined real talk for moms everywhere. They are known for their hilarious unfiltered conversations that have helped them amass a huge online community and following. Cat and Nat discuss the highs and lows of parenting, youth sports, and what resilience looks like when you are raising kids, running a business, and keeping it real.

00:03:35 Cat and Nat's Hinge Moment

00:06:50 Humor and the Power of Truth

00:09:40 Making an Impact and Building a Community

00:13:48 The Mission: Helping People Realize They’re Not Alone

00:18:59 Parenting Teenagers as They Grow

00:23:50 Living in the Moment and Accepting Change

00:28:42 Labels and the Disappointment They Create

00:35:32 Seeing People Differently Through Jobs and Service

00:40:31 What Parents Need to Hear: Mental Toughness, Teams, and Identity

00:45:09 Final Thoughts and What We Should Tell Our Kids

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Ep. 168 - Greg Kampe - Life is a Team Sport

Fri, 30 May 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Greg Kampe has been the head basketball coach for 40 seasons at Oakland University. He is the longest tenured coach at one institution. Coach Kampe has racked up more than 700 wins during his career. He is in the Michigan Sports Hall of Fame.

00:08:50 Gaining Respect as a Coach
00:14:26 Life as a Team Sport
00:18:51 Balancing Team and Individual Aspect
00:23:10 Adapt or Die
00:34:43 Beyond the Win or Loss
00:44:07 Reflection After NC State Game
00:49:15 Hinge Moment After Kentucky Win
00:52:15 Consistency is the Hallmark of Greatness

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Ep. 167 - Joe Maddon - The process is fearless

Fri, 16 May 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Joe Maddon coached in baseball for over 4 decades. He was 3x MLB manager of the year. He coached the Tampa Bay Devil Rays in 2006, in 2008 won the American League Pennant. In 2016, coach Maddon managed the Cubs in their first World Series title since 1908.

4:50 The Skills And Traits Of A New Young Prodigy

7:15 The Instinct Of Having That “It” Factor

9:53 Win Hard For 30 Lose Hard For 30

12:29 The Hinge Moment Of Getting Advice On A Plane

19:09 The Difference Between Leadership Over Time

22:57 Love For The Baseball Field

27:56 Favorite Experiences On The Great Wrigley Field

30:54 The Importance Of Gratitude In Life

32:32 Using Coaching Experience To Lead The Rays

37:00 The Patience Needed To Coach

41:08 A Tight Friendship With Ken Ravizza

46:01 David Price Pregame Talk

47:54 Feeling Every Part Of The Game

51:47 Where The Saying The Process Is Fearless Came From

56:04 Reduce Reduce Reduce For A Hitter

1:02:20 The Hinge Moment Of The World Series Weight Room Meeting

1:05:38 A Fathers Impact On The Future

1:07:49 The Fans Impact After The Series

1:11:13 From The Mountain Top Moment To Getting Let Go

1:17:49 Expectations Rising Faster Than Results

1:24:40 Experiences With The Great Shohei Ohtani

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Ep. 166 - Travis Horn - The Balance Guru

Fri, 02 May 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Travis Horn is The Balance Guru. He is a two time Guinness Book of World Records holder. He holds the record for greatest height to hold a handstand on interlocking platforms at 18 feet 5 inches. He also holds the record for highest hippie jump on a longboard. Travis was a contestant on the Go Big Show. He is a Marine Veteran, humanitarian, and has a new venture Heritage Reserve Guatemala Coffee. Travis is currently a contestant on America's Got Talent Season 20.

4:36 The 2nd Home In Guatemala

10:51 The History Of Getting Imbalance

16:54 Becoming A Pioneer

20:51 Hands Are My Feet And My Feet Are My Hands

22:28 The Hinge Moment Of Breaking The First Handstand Record

29:21 Feelings After The Record

30:39 Slipping Up But Bouncing Back

35:29 Re-Breaking The Record

38:17 An Artist Backed By Physics

44:56 All About Enlightenment

47:34 Experiences From Guatemala

52:22 The Love Put Into Every Coffee Bean

55:24 Get Out Of The Zero

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Ep. 165 - Dr. Kevin Chapman - The Mentally Tough Way of Mastering Our Emotions

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Dr. Kevin Chapman is a licensed clinical psychologist. Dr. Chapman is the director at the Kentucky Center for Anxiety and Related Disorders. He specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Kevin received his doctorate from the University of Louisville. He completed his undergraduate at Centre College. He was also a 2 sport athlete in track and football. Author of "Mastering Our Emotions: Biblical Principles for Emotional Health.

5:18 God's Word To Write The Books

7:20 God Working Through You

9:34 The Truth Of Anger

11:48 The Difference Between Anger And Sadness

16:04 The Importance Of Grieving Then Morning

18:51 The Old Covenant Mentality

21:37 Big Misconception That Everything Will Be Different Now

24:58 Satan's Affect On Our Thinking

27:33 The Power Of Shame

30:13 Addition And Emotions Are Inseparable

32:29 The Bravery Of Small Talk

36:58 The Fruit Of The Spirit

39:50 New Book Activating Joy

46:27 Implementing New Skills To Become A Better Person

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Ep. 164 - Owen & Josh Finnerty - The Golf Sock

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -0400

The Twins, Owen and Josh Finnerty are the owners of The Golf Sock.

Josh graduated from Cal Tech and played soccer. Josh is the leader in research and design of The Golf Sock.

Owen played soccer at both Michigan and Michigan State. He handles the day-to-day operations for The Golf Sock. Their mission is to improve your golf game with a sock designed for the way you play.

4:12 Two Different College Lives

7:23 The Story Behind The Socks

9:42 The X Factor Behind The Sock

11:54 Struggles In The First Year

13:24 Taking A Step Back And Having Faith

15:50 Having Internal Confidence To Take Risks

18:41 Being Close As Brothers Drives The Brand

23:11 Showing Up Even If The Results Aren’t There

29:17 Learning The Lesson To Trust Yourself

32:56 The Future Of The Company

36:10 How Sports Have Created A Win The Day Mindset

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Ep. 163 - Chloë McCardel- Queen Of The Channel

Fri, 21 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Chloë McCardel holds multiple long distance swimming records. In October 2021 she set the record for the most English Channel crossings at 44. She also holds the Australian record for triple non-stop crossing of the English Channel. Chloë is a speaker and coach, having coached many marathon swimmers. She is also an advocate for domestic violence victims and involved in Marine Rescue - NSW (New South Wales) “Volunteers Saving Lives on the Water.”

4:00 The Hinge Moment Of Starting Swimming From Pure Embarrassment

5:39 Being Motivated From A Young Age

7:25 Getting Swimming Taken Away

9:36 Deciding To Be The Best In The World

12:37 Having A Dream And Committing To That

14:12 An 11.2k For A First Swim

16:31 Inviting Death Into The Sport

21:39 Having The Confidence To Do A Double Crossing Of The English Channel

26:20 Outsmarting The Competition On The Hudson River

29:05 Gaining The Ability To Stay Mentally Focused

31:28 Failing At A Triple Crossing But Still Choosing To Go Back

34:29 Creating A Mindset Of A Future Identity

38:32 Choosing Not To Try To Prove People Wrong

43:13 The Most Memorable Moment Of Finishing The Triple Crossing

47:35 The Power Of Visualization And Staying In The Right Headspace

56:03 The Quad Attempt From 2018

57:51 Accepting The Quad Failure

1:01:35 Deciding To Become The Queen Of The Channel

1:03:50 Developing A Love For The Channel From The Start

1:08:35 Telling Yourself It’s Ok You Can Stop

1:14:37 Box Jellyfish Attack

1:19:29 Converting The Love For Water To Help People

1:24:34 The Need For Passion To Complete Your Goals

1:26:48 The Channel Queen Foundation

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Ep. 162 - Jeremy Warriner - Hinge Moment of A Jeep Accident

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -0500

Jeremy Warriner is an advocate for Accessible Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. He is a motivational speaker. Jeremy’s goal is to raise awareness for the needs of people with disabilities. His mission statement is finding strength in traumatic events and living a resilient life. Walking Spirit is the foundation and their goal is pioneering disability advocacy.

3:48 A Youthful Troublemaker Introduced To Karate

6:38 The Thought Of Losing It All

8:17 The Hinge Moment Of A Vehicle Accident

18:32 Reflection On The Accident

25:59 A Mindset Shift

27:03 The Feeling Of Anger Building Up

30:52 Returning Back To Karate For Healing

38:31 The Mystery Man That Gives Hope

42:36 Finding Meaning In Life Today

48:27 Turning New Difficulties To Motivation

50:26 Take Control Of Your Story

55:21 The Failed Bill

56:00 How To Stay Motivated After The Failed Bill

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Ep. 161 - Kyle Gabbard - The Mental Toughness of When to Go Easy

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 06:00:00 -0500

Kyle Gabbard is a triathlete and current student at Indiana University. Kyle is an Ironman. He completed his first Ironman in 2020. Since then he has done 3 full Ironmans and 6 half Ironmans. Kyle qualified for the World Ironman Championship - Kona this past year. He qualified by winning his age group (18-24) in the Chattanooga Ironman. All this in addition to being an Evans Scholar.

3:56 Starting As A Caddy

5:47 Life Lessons As A Caddy

7:12 Number One Memory From Caddying

9:34 The Importance Of The Evans Scholarship

11:32 From Injury To New Passion

14:07 Realizing This Is What I’m Good At

16:11 The Mental Toughness Of Fighting Through The Pain To Win

20:34 The Feeling Of Your Work Paying Off

22:30 It Takes A Whole Team To Win An Ironman

25:47 Heat's Effect On The Race

31:10 The Hinge Moment Of Backpacking Through Alaska

33:50 Friends Made Along The Race

34:47 Sharing The Pain With Others

37:00 Future Goals In Ironman Racing

40:57 The Motivation From Family And Friends

45:18 The Importance Of Recovery

48:08 Enjoying The Tests And Workouts

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Ep. 160 - Jared Blank - 7 Marathons, 7 Continents, 7 Days

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 06:00:00 -0500

Jared Blank is Chief Of Staff at the University of Texas Football. He has been director of ops at USC and University of Washington. Jared completed the World Marathon Challenge which is 7 marathons, 7 continents, in 7 days. He has written a book titled " Running The Distance." At the age of 5, he discovered he had sensory processing issues and dyslexia. Jared is an advocate for dyslexia awareness and continues to raise funds for the International Dyslexia Association.

4:02 Capable Of Anything Entitled To Nothing

5:34 The Mental Toughness Of Persevering As A Team

6:50 The Importance Of Processes

9:31 School Difficulties With Learning Disabilities

16:17 Struggles Turn To Strengths

17:45 The Need For Movement

23:09 How The 7 Marathons In 7 Continents In 7 Days Come To Be

24:18 Preparation And Execution For The World Marathon Challenge

30:47 Feelings After The Fact

31:51 Future Goals To Hit While Racing

34:51 How Running Improves Your Professional Life

36:23 Running The Distance Scholarship

37:50 The Importance Of Sport In Communities

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Ep. 159 - Phillis Meti - From Underdog To World Champion

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0500

Phillis Meti is a 5 time world long drive champion from New Zealand. She won the Volvik World Long Drive championship title in 2006, 2016, 2018, 2022 and 2024. Phillis won her first title in 2006 at the age of 19. She is a world record holder at 414 yards. Phillis is also a member of the New Zealand Order of Merit which is a prestigious honor.

5:07 Beginnings With Netball

6:52 The Start To A Famous Golf Career

9:28 The Mental Toughness Of Training As An Underdog

11:17 Life After Winning A World Championship In 2006

12:52 Regrets After The Fact

14:32 Memorable Moments Along The Path To Success

19:18 Fathers Life Lessons Going A Long Way

24:02 The Journey Back To The World Championship

34:08 The Mindset Of A Champion

37:59 What’s Next After Winning

51:09 Training To Prove To Everyone She Still Got It

58:50 The New Zealand Order Of Merit

1:04:06 What Drives You

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Ep. 158 - Chas Narramore - Mental Game Advice For Young Players

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0500

Chas Narramore played collegiate golf at Middle Tennessee State University. He played professional golf for 9 years on the Korn Ferry and Latin America Tour. He was a collegiate golf coach at the University of Tennessee. Chas started Back Nine Coaching with his partner Brooke Pancake. Back Nine Coaching focuses on player development and recruitment.

3:00 Nine Times At Q School

6:59 The Korn Ferry Tour

10:16 Winning The State Junior

11:53 The Coaching Journey

13:47 The Increasing Skill With Youth

15:38 Difference Between Teaching Girls vs Teaching Guys

18:33 The Hinge Moment Of Starting Back Nine Coaching

25:58 Finding A School That You Can Get Experience From

32:27 Path To A Power Five School

35:20 The Key For Late Bloomers In Golf

40:24 Tips For Golfing Parents

49:38 Growing Outside Of Tournaments

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Ep. 157 - Mike Small - Playing Better As A Coach

Mon, 30 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0500

Mike Small has been the head men’s golf coach at the University of Illinois since 2000. He has been the Big Ten Coach of the Year multiple times. He was named Midwest Coach of the Year by the Golf Coaches Association five times. In 2013 Mike was inducted into the Illinois Golf Hall of Fame. He has won the PGA Professional Championship three times. Mike has also won the Illinois Championship four times and has played in 13 major championships.

2:41 Playing Better As A Coach Than As A Player
4:46 As A Coach Having Better Physical, Mental, And Emotional Control
9:02 Young Ties With College
10:28 Learning What Good Golf Is
16:00 The Importance Of Consistency
18:00 Happiness On The Course
22:58 The Effects Of College On The Game Of Golf
26:24 Coaching The Talent Of Thomas Pieters
30:44 Adapting To Bad Weather With Top Of The Line Facilities
34:57 Owning Your Success And Your Failure
42:42 The Importance Of Having Leadership In Golf
45:36 Advice To Golf Parents
48:54 Staying In The Present

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Ep. 156 - Joe Skovron - How To Win At Augusta National

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0500

Joe Skovron is a professional caddy on the PGA Tour. Currently, he caddies for Ludvig Aberg. Joe also caddied for Rickie Fowler for 13 seasons, as well as, Tom Kim for over a season. He's caddied over 50 major PGA events and has been on the bag for multiple wins.

4:31 Old Memories From The NFL
9:51 New Opportunities With Rickie Fowler Turns To 13 Years Of Success
11:16 Success At A Young Age
12:12 Early Regrets As A Young Golfer
14:39 The Mental Toughness Of Growing When The Success Stopped Coming
17:08 Know Yourself And What You Chase
18:52 Appreciating The Wins
20:39 Final Event With Rickie Fowler
24:50 The Key Of Timing
26:16 Personality Does Make A Great
28:03 Leadership In Golf
32:04 A Wager On Phil Mickelson
35:06 Max Homers Mamba Mentality During Golf
38:16 Switching Up Golfers And Trusting Your Gut
41:48 The Prepping Process And Having A Discipline Mentality
47:18 Having That It Factor Through Discipline
50:13 Experiencing All Different Types Of That It Factor
52:20 The Need For Patience And Impatience In Tough Golf Situations
54:29 The Love For Dennis Rodman
56:32 The Problem With Sports Media
57:23 A Dads Love For Golf Passed On To The Next Generation

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Ep. 155 - Mike Brey - Be The Coach You Always Wanted

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0500

Mike Brey is currently an Assistant Coach for the Atlanta Hawks. He was the Head Coach at The University of Notre Dame from 2000-2023, where he holds the record for most wins at 483. Mike has been the National Coach of the year, amongst many other honors. He was Head Coach at Delaware University and Assistant for 8 seasons at Duke University as well as a coach underneath Morgan Wooten at Dematha.

5:23 Learning Under Morgan Wootten
6:41 The Duke Network
8:54 The Ability To Manage People
9:56 The Great Coach Quin Snyder
14:45 The Hinge Moment Of Turning Down Auburn
17:57 Developing From Being Allowed To Fail
21:13 The Life Changing Moment Of Roy Williams Turning Down North Carolina
23:25 Experiences With Notre Dame
25:54 Coaching For Life
29:58 The Ability To Trust Your Gut
32:02 Players With That It Factor
34:22 Bringing Energy As A Coach For Your Players
40:48 Letting Your Team Play With A Free Mind
44:16 Don’t Over Coach
46:00 All Stressful Situations In Non Stressful Environments
48:24 Be The Coach You Want Your Sons And Daughters To Play For
49:36 Changing Between A Coach And A Parent

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Ep. 154 - Jermaine Chaney - Run Those Steps!

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0400

Jermaine Chaney played professional football in the CFL, World Football League and the NFL. He has owned Chaney Financial group since 2004. He is a member of FCA and Big 10 Advisory Board as well as a member of NFL Players Association. He earned his bachelors from Indiana University and his MBA from Grace College. He is a husband and father of four kids. “Making plays that build wealth and tackling debt.”

3:23 An Upbringing In Georgia
5:11 Sibling Rivalry
7:57 The Impact Coaches Have On You
11:09 College Recruiting Guidance From A Great Teacher
16:48 The Hinge Moment Of One Wrong Party
25:14 The Aroma Of Christ
27:47 The Mental Toughness Of Believing In Yourself
35:58 Steps Leading Up To The Start Of Chaney Financial Group
40:17 Relying On God For Support
44:11 Gods Impact On Life Today

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Ep. 153 - Scott Kartvedt - Mental Toughness Of The Blue Angels

Fri, 18 Oct 2024 06:00:00 -0400

Scott Kartvedt is a naval aviator, author, and keynote speaker. He has conducted 5 tours of duty in Iraq and Afghanistan and has received the bronze star for leadership. Scott was selected as a member of the Blue Angels and flew air shows for three seasons. He was a stunt pilot for the movie Top Gun Maverick and is an author of the book "FULL THROTTLE." He is the current president of Blue Angels Foundation. Our guest is Scott Kartvedt - call-sign INTAKE.

3:49 Teaching The Skills Of Mental Toughness To Kids Going Into The Armed Forces
6:12 The Insane Skills It Takes To Be A Blue Angel Fighter Polite
10:58 The Power Of The Debrief
14:44 The Power Of Thank You In The Air Force
17:32 Near Death Mistakes
25:50 Owning Up To Your Mistakes And Learning From It
30:41 Being Brave Enough To Save Lives
39:54 The Power Of Saying Yes
42:45 Stories From Top Gun Maverick
48:51 Know When It’s Time To Ask For Help

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Ep. 152 - Tim Cunninghamm - Mending To Tending And Tending To Mending

Fri, 04 Oct 2024 06:00:00 -0400

Tim Cunninghamm is CEO of Smell Taste Technology. He is owner and creator of Lyte Balance electrolyte drink, Lyte Balance is a 100% pure electrolyte concentrate with no calories, sweeteners, preservatives or caffeine. Their slogan is “Go Naked with your Electrolytes”. Our guest is Tim Cunninghamm. For Tim along with his partner Karen Nielsen it was a 30 year process of developing an electrolyte drink.

4:04 The Hinge Moment Of Meeting The Wizard Of Elk
7:57 The Start Of Lyte Balance Electrolyte Drink
10:04 The Science Behind The Business
16:00 Challenges Of Marketing
17:17 Devoting His Life To Make Your Life Better Through Hydration
18:28 Making A Partner Out Of Your Taste And Smell
21:08 Challenges Through The Entrepreneurship Path
23:49 The Best Partner In Life You Could Ask For
27:08 The Power Of Time
28:42 The Cycle Of The Body
30:01 Explaining The Big Interest In How The Body Works

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Ep. 151 - Allison Barber - Contribution Over Ambition

Fri, 20 Sep 2024 06:00:00 -0400

Allison Barber is the president of Indiana Fever. She has a doctoral degree in leadership. She was previously Chancellor at Western Governors University for 10 years. Dr. Barber worked for many years in the Department of Defense and Red Cross as well. Her newest venture after her tenure at Indiana Fever is Marvella Project, which empowers girls and women in sports.

3:21 A Young Love Story
5:13 Working At The Pentagon
8:37 Developing Skills To Be The Best For The Pentagon
10:58 Stories Of 9/11
13:41 The Stars And Stripes Newspaper
16:06 Manifesting Life Events
17:50 A Woman Of Many Careers
19:32 Meeting 214 Hoosiers
24:34 Definition Of Success Is Contribution
26:29 Big Shot Opportunity Known As The Fever
28:43 Skills Learned From Many Professions
31:22 Growing As The President Of The Fever With Mental Toughness
39:44 Caitlin Clark’s Ability To Stand Out For All Demographics
44:30 The Next Step For Women's Sports
47:27 The Downside Of Changing Careers

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Ep. 150 - Teri M. Brown - Don't Quit On A Bad Day

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 06:00:00 -0400

Teri M. Brown is an author, podcast host-“online for authors” - connecting readers with characters they’d like to invite to lunch. Winner of 2024 Positive Change Podcast Award. Teri is based in North Carolina. She and her husband have ridden a tandem bicycle across the United States. Join us as we learn about Teri's story.

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5:04 Reading from day one
9:38 Creativity across writers
11:14 The Process Of Developing Characters
15:52 The Hinge Moment Of Biking Across America
22:11 Key Moments In That Journey
26:46 Learning The Most On The Bike
30:15 The Mental Toughness Of Dealing With All Sorts Of People
34:24 Using The Experience Of Riding Across America To Better Life After
39:38 The Key Question: What Is Something You Aren’t Doing And What's Holding You Back

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Ep. 149 - Craig Harper - Appearance Or Experience Of Success

Mon, 26 Aug 2024 06:00:00 -0400

Craig Anthony Harper is an author, podcaster, and speaker. His podcast is “The You Project” TYP, they are over 1620 episodes, breathing life into life. Craig is an Aussie, based in Melbourne. Tune in as we discuss Craig's hinge moments, mental toughness, and journey to success.

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5:57 Building Connections And Experiences With A Crowd
9:36 The Research Of What Its Like Being Around Me
13:46 The Awareness Of How You Think
21:33 Starting Where You Lack The Skills
31:00 Spiritual Journey Throughout Life
37:06 A Hinge Moment In School That Changed His Life
42:31 Not Letting The Ego Of A New Body Change You
46:50 Reconciling With Your Mountain Top Moment
53:53 Success Is Different For Everyone

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Ep. 148 - Tiffanee Cook - Mental Toughness Of Growing Down

Fri, 02 Aug 2024 06:00:00 -0400

Tiffanee Cook is host of the podcast Roll With The Punches. It was born from the question "Why do some people rise stronger after life’s blows, and what can we learn from them?" In addition, she is a coach, business owner, and Aussie!

2:58-Self Growth After Over 800 Episodes
8:52-A New Person After Podcasting
14:59-The Start Of Tiffanee Cook
19:25-Getting Punched In The Face By Life Is The Best Thing That Can Happen To You
25:37-Struggles With Boundaries
44:21-One Crazy Say Yes Moment
52:03-Dealing With Fear Through Mental Toughness
1:00:06-Sharing Words Of Advice

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Ep. 147 - Mike Robertson - Benchmarks Of Success

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 06:00:00 -0400

Mike Robertson is president of Robertson Training System and co-owner of IFAST. He has his Masters in Biomechanics and has been in the field since 2000 where started off as an assistant strength and conditioning coach at the collegiate level.

In 2008, he started IFAST and within 2 years, was voted top 10 gym by Men’s Health and Fitness magazine. He’s been an assistant coach for the USA World Bench Press Team. Mike hosts the Physical Preparation Podcast which has over 440 episodes. He is also a father and husband. Join us as we delve into Mike's journey and hinge moment.

06:07-Discovering Coaching Young
08:31-Going The Entrepreneur Route
13:46-In Two Years Rising To Top Ten By Men’s Fitness Magazine
16:43-The Hinge Moments Of The Co-Owner Of Ifast
25:53-Meeting Athletes With That It Factor
36:58- Lessons Learned From NBA Star Roy Hibbert
41:01-Using Mental Toughness To Be The Best For Others
44:10-Some Good Gym Advice

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Ep. 146 - David Consiglio - Remember When

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 06:00:00 -0400

David Consiglio is a strength and conditioning coach, and has served at Missouri State, Western Illinois, Upper Iowa University, UAB, WKU, Arizona State University, & Grambling State University. He is host of The Powerless Yet Unstoppable podcast. He is a husband and father of three.

04:10-Understanding Strength Coaches
07:39-The Journey Of A Highschool Dropout
15:16-From Struggling With English To Starting A Podcast
21:19-The Experience Of Changing Jobs In College Football
37:22-God's Presence In A Strength And Conditioning Coach
46:08-Passion And Mental Toughness Through God

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Ep. 145 - Fabio Napoleoni - Love & Nostalgia

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 06:00:00 -0400

Fabio Napoleoni is a professional artist. He is known for vivid colors and captivating emotional character set in simple landscapes. He has a heart in every one of his paintings. Fabio has authored 3 childrens' books, the Dragonboy series. He comes from a family of artists,and was born in Puerto Rico. His passion and love of art started at a young age. He was born with asthma so his mother got him art supplies to occupy him in hopes to not overexert his lungs. Tune in today as we delve into Fabio's impactful story behind the heart in all of his artwork.

03:01 The Start To A Great Artist
05:43 911’s Impact On The Career Of Art
12:33 A Daughters Impact
25:50 Relating Through Conversation
34:37 The Mental Focus Of An Artist
36:52 Love and Nahsaga
47:52 AI’s Affect On The Art Industry
49:48 The Motivation Behind The Dragon Boy Series

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Ep. 144 - Zach Miskovic - From Pro Ice To Professional Advice

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 22:05:04 -0400

Zach Miskovic has been a professional ice hockey player since 2009. That year Zach was signed as a free agent by the Washington Capitals. He has played with ten different teams throughout his professional career. Currently, he is a financial advisor with Thrivent. Zach still coaches junior hockey as well. Tune in today as we discuss not only Zach’s professional hockey journey, but also his transition to his current role in the financial service industry.

07:30 The Beginning Of The Love For Hockey
09:12 Sacrifices For A Dream
25:21 Memories In Indy
27:48 Life Lessons On The Ice
32:59 COVID Career Changes
38:46 Mental Challenges After Retiring Then Persevering With Mental Toughness
50:31 A Pros Advice To Parents

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Ep. 143 - Adelaide Aquilla - 1000 Reps In Bed

Fri, 24 May 2024 06:00:00 -0400

Adelaide Aquilla is an elite shot put athlete and two-time NCAA Indoor and Outdoor Champion. She represented the United States at the Tokyo Olympics and won a bronze medal at the Pan American Games. With a personal best throw of 19.6 meters, Adelaide was also honored as the Buckeye of the Year at Ohio State University. Join us as we delve into Adelaide's journey and insights on mental toughness and athletic excellence before she heads to Paris to represent the United States at the 2024 Olympics.

03:39 The Meaning Of A Tie Dye Sweatshirt
09:43 One Thing To Look For At The Olympics
15:49 The Mental Toughness Of Going ALL IN
20:07 The #1 Mindset To Perform Your Best
25:12 Break Down The Process, Build Up The Athlete
28:17 Championship Mental Lessons
35:16 1000 Reps While In Bed // Visualization
39:51 Remember Who Your Are // Imposter Syndrome

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Ep. 142 - Pickleball Mindset - Show Me How To Win

Fri, 10 May 2024 06:00:00 -0400

Dayne Gingrich is a top senior professional pickleball player and renowned mental performance coach with over 16 years of experience. On today’s episode, we dive into Dayne's incredible athletic, professional, and mental toughness journey while exploring his new book Pickleball Mindset: The Blueprint for Peak Performance. More than a lecture between coach and athlete, Pickleball Mindset is a conversation about how to grow and nourish a confident mindset through the turbulent journey we all encounter as athletes and humans.

02:40 “I never watched sports, I studied them.”
04:42 My Mentality That Held Me Back From D1 Athletics
13:27 Pickleball Mindset - Coming Off The Mountaintop
17:46 The Mindset Switch That Changes EVERYTHING
20:58 How To Release All Stress During Competition
23:54 “Show me how to win.” // Power Of Visualization
35:28 Your Words Are Your Potential
42:05 The Myth Of Pressure
48:58 Macro Patience vs. Micro Patience

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Ep. 141 - Trail Runner Nation - Even Slow Runners Arrive

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 06:00:00 -0400

Don Freeman and Scott Warr are the hosts of Trail Runner Nation, one of trail running’s oldest and most downloaded podcasts. Trail Runner Nation is devoted to sharing knowledge and advice with the trail running community, catering to everyone from beginners to the pros! Tune in as we dive into discussions about the mental toughness strategies behind ultra-running, the psychology of competing at the highest level, and the most effective way to learn.

07:49 The Most Powerful Way To Learn
13:25 Start With Why
17:20 Finding Your North Star // Hinge Moments
29:19 How Elite Athletes Think Differently
38:07 “A 100 mile race, is life experienced in one day”
43:53 The Spiritual Symphony Of Trail Running
52:12 Flying Your Kite // Staying Grounded
55:35 The Art Of Podcasting

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Ep. 140 - DJ Wilson - 80 Percent, 80 Percent Of The Time

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 06:00:00 -0400

DJ Wilson is the CEO and co-founder of Playbook Clinics, modern football coaching clinics developed by coaches to meet the challenges of today’s game. With an extensive professional career in event and digital media management across diverse sectors like healthcare, politics, and communications, DJ brings a unique perspective to the field. He also coaches high school football in Seattle. Tune in to today's conversation as DJ shares insights on coaching, athlete transformation, and building things that last.

04:05 The Hall Of Fame Mentality
10:25 Playbook Clinics - More Than X’s And O’s
18:37 Everything Built To Last, Was Built On Love
26:45 The Mental Toughness Of Building A Business
30:06 Emergency Surgery And Cleaning Toilets // Hinge Moments
37:57 Better People Make Better Athletes // Finding Your Why
42:30 The Most Effective Way To Transform Athletes
44:58 College Football’s Future

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Ep. 139 - Mario Conte - The Non-GMO Ingredients of Success

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 06:00:00 -0400

Mario Conte serves as the Executive Director and Founder of the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour. He started the HJGT back in 2007 due to his passion for junior golf and turned it into the largest junior tour in the country. Mario has 30 plus years experience in the junior golf space and has helped thousands of kids realize their dream of playing college golf as well as becoming more well-rounded young adults. On today’s episode, Mario shares valuable mental toughness insights from his entrepreneurship, golf, and life journey.

05:42 The Most Valuable Mental Lessons of Junior Golf
12:21 How IMG Changed Everything // Hinge Moment
14:22 No Limits for Hurricane Junior Golf
18:09 A New Perspective On Collegiate Golf
21:17 3 Days, $10,000’s worth in skills
22:25 The Non-GMO Ingredients Of Success
26:29 Parenthoods Biggest Challenge

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Ep. 138 - John Brubaker - Ted Lasso's Mental Toughness Coaching

Fri, 15 Mar 2024 06:00:00 -0400

John Brubaker is a highly sought-after keynote speaker, award-winning author, and executive coach known for his unique approach to performance enhancement. He has front-line, high-stakes experience as a championship coach and on-air experience with ESPN Radio. In this episode, John shares the powerful coaching insights of his new book, The Lasso Way: Leadership Lessons from the World’s Favorite Football Coach.

04:06 How Lining An Athletic Field Got Me The Job // Hinge Moment
09:45 Getting Fired On My Birthday // Mountaintop Moment
15:26 “Chin up, chest out”
23:28 Turning Adversity Into Advantage
28:20 The Metal Toughness Behind The Lasso Way
32:25 Biscuits With The Boss: The Genius of Lasso
36:51 Ted Lasso’s Superpower

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Ep. 137 - John O' Sullivan - The Mental Toughness of a Champion Teammate

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 06:00:00 -0500

Today’s guest is John O'Sullivan, internationally renowned TEDx speaker, author, and founder of Changing The Game Project. He's also a leading voice in youth sports, providing global coach education and leadership training. Tune in as we delve into John's mental toughness strategies and the invaluable lessons of sports psychology in his latest book, "The Champion Teammate: Timeless Lessons to Connect, Compete, and Lead in Sports and Life."

02:05 The Champion Production of The Champion Teammate
07:39 One Thing All Great Coaches Do
15:00 The Most Important Factor To Team Success
18:15 High-Level Coaching’s Newest Movement
21:03 Pet The Dragon
25:37 Two Things You Won’t Learn In Coaching Courses
28:03 What The Best Coaches Wish They Did More Of
30:45 The True Beauty of Sport: Getting Reps At Life

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Ep. 136 - Jacob Modleski - Mental Toughness: From Alternate To Champion

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0500

Jacob Modleski is a freshman golfer at Notre Dame. Modleski went from alternate to champion at the 2024 Jones Cup, rising from 404th to 144th in the World Amateur Golf Ranking. With additional achievements like a 2nd place finish at the Western Junior AM and reaching the round of 32 in the US Amateur, Jacob is undeniably a rising star. Today we dive into not only his proven talent but the mental toughness and hinge moments behind his success on the course.

04:22 The Champion Winter Golf Mentality
09:14 Success In No Expectations
14:26 Navigating The Hazards
18:29 “These moments should be celebrated”
21:46 The Sport Psychology of Multi-Sport Athletes
23:59 Earning Your Spot
25:24 The Notre Dame Experience
28:28 How Patience Won The Jones Cup
30:58 Developing Your Own Mental Process // Taylor Swift

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Ep. 135 - Jahmali Waite - The Moment, Not The Save

Fri, 02 Feb 2024 10:10:00 -0500

Jahmali Waite is a professional footballer and goalkeeper for both the Jamaican national team and the USL side El Paso Locomotives. Previously, Jahmali played two seasons professionally for Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC and, at the collegiate level, served as the goalkeeper for both UConn and Fairleigh Dickinson. Join us as we delve into Jahmali's remarkable career, family, faith, and the mental toughness strategies he has employed to perform at the highest level.

04:57 Putting Faith First // Hinge Moment
09:56 Jamaica vs. The Loudest Fans In The World
13:51 “Always start from zero.”
16:10 The Moment, Not The Save
17:59 “You have to love the pressure.”
20:23 Everything 10 Minutes At A Time
24:27 What Professional Preparation Looks Like
27:36 Getting The National Call-Up
31:17 Family, Football, and Jamaica

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Ep. 134 - Mary Theisen-Lappen - Winning In The Rain

Fri, 12 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0500

This week, I was joined by the remarkable Mary Theisen-Lappen. A former collegiate thrower turned champion weightlifter, Mary recently clinched gold at the 2023 IWF Grand Prix II and secured first place at the Pan Am Championships in both 2021 and 2023, holding a personal best total of 283 kilos (120 snatch, 163 clean and jerk). Tune in as Mary shares her inspiring journey and gears up to represent the USA at the 2024 Olympics.

04:15 Finding Closure At The Top // Throwing U.S. Championships
08:45 Growing The Mindset Of An Elite Competitor
12:19 How To Separate Performance From Identify
15:10 Finding The Good To Win Gold
22:27 Resilience, Focus, And Weightlifting Meets
27:36 Learning To Manage The Bad Days
32:12 The Impact Of A Great Coach
40:38 Finding Belonging At The Highest Level
44:02 For The Love Of Competition

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Ep. 133 - David Hoffmaster - Strength, Hope, and Community

Fri, 22 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0500

In today’s episode, I sat down with David Hoffmaster, founder and executive director of HeroHut, a non-profit organization supporting veterans in their transition to civilian life through service and community. A West Point graduate and former Army captain who led units in Afghanistan, David shares the story of his military journey and the impactful mission of HeroHut.

04:39 West Point’s 30-Second Goodbye
12:10 The Simple Tasks of Disciple
15:52 What Makes a Good Leader?
19:49 Operation Hammer Down
27:04 “When things can do wrong, they will”
32:20 The Toll of Combat
34:22 Coming Back Down the Mountaintop
37:43 Hero Hut and The Red Hot Chili Pipers (Yes, pipers)
47:12 When Life Happens, Find Community
51:03 YOU and Hero Hut

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Ep. 132 - Mike Mandakas - In The Trenches

Fri, 08 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0500

Mike Mandakas is a PGA professional and the founder of Elevation Golf Academy. With a wealth of experience as the head golf coach at the university level and as a PGA professional at renowned courses like Olympia Fields, Medinah, and Desert Mountain, Mike brings a unique perspective to the world of golf instruction and shares insights from his entrepreneurial career.

07:09 The Ideal Junior Golfer
11:30 Golf Development’s Biggest Evolution
17:11 Struggles the Every Golfer Faces
22:31 Going Pro: Expectation vs. Reality
26:54 What Your Child Needs for the Next Level
29:04 In The Trenches // Hinge Moment
34:20 “I had six head pro job offers, and I turned them all down.”
41:42 Grit & Golf
47:48 The Future of Elevation Golf Academy

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Ep. 131 - Angi Hurt - Winner’s Problems

Fri, 10 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0500

Angela (Angi) Hurt is the CEO and founder of Veracity Consulting, a Kansas City-based business and technology consultancy that helps commercial enterprises and government agencies achieve their strategic objectives. She is also a mother, golfer, and former rugby player. In today’s episode, Angi provides insights into her leadership and business success while drawing parallels to her journey in sports.

06:57 Growing Up on a Drilling Rig
10:35 The Mentors that Shape Us
15:38 The Art of Goal Driven Success
24:00 How Rugby Creates a Thriving Business
30:27 Delivering Hard News with Strength
46:52 “The use of curiosity has taught me everything.”
50:35 Recruiting the Perfect Fit
53:49 Love, Hate, and Golf
59:17 Forgetting the Scorecard

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Ep. 130 - Erik Robinson - Building a Refuge

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Erik Robinson has triumphed over bankruptcy, foreclosure, prison, and the depths of anxiety, even surviving a suicide attempt. Through his own journey in the darkness, he founded the "Building a Refuge" community, dedicated to offering hope and support to men facing similar struggles. On today’s episode, Erik shares these inspiring stories one at a time, shedding light on the path to recovery and healing.

5:15 Hungry to Make It
13:44 Losing Everything
20:35 “That three hours saved my life”
37:11 “That act right there, I committed a felony”
40:53 15 FBI Agents Pounding on My Door
47:33 The Scariest Moment of My Life
51:81 Finding God in Prison
1:00:47 The Lord Opening My Eyes
1:09:53 “My Family is My Ministry”
1:16:49 Building a Refuge

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Ep. 129 - Kelley James - Finding Your Flow

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Kelley James is a world renowned musician known for his one of a kind exclusive private shows and teebox freestyles. He is the premiere choice for Steph Curry, Tiger Woods, as well as multiple Fortune 500 companies. Recently, Kelley embarked on The Million Meals Tour, a music venture to fight food insecurity across the nation. Join us as we dive into his musical journey, creative process, and more in today's conversation.

00:07:45 Authenticity is Everything
00:13:49 Capturing the Moment // Hinge Moment
00:22:16 No Fear of Failure
00:28:16 The Meditative Space of Surfing
00:33:42 Freestyling in Phil Mickelson’s Backswing
00:36:08 Surfing and Gangnam Style
00:40:47 Unlocking the Brain // How-To Freestyling
00:45:40 A Country On Your Shoulders
00:48:04 Steph Curry’s Flow
00:50:59 The Million Meals Tour
00:56:26 A Trillion Dollar Question
01:09:14 Dormie Birdie Freestyle

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Ep. 128 - Lindsey Wilson - Three Skills Every Mental Coach Needs

Fri, 15 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Lindsey Wilson is the founder of Positive Performance, where she empowers others through Mindset Coach Academy Certification. Before coaching, Lindsey played basketball at Iowa State and after was drafted by the Connecticut Sun. She played professionally for eight years and is a mother of four. Tune in as we explore her remarkable story on today's episode.

06:51 Running Into Traffic for Success
10:09 Sink or Swim // The Collegiate Shift
13:48 “But what’s next?” // Playing Overseas
21:06 Refining the Elevator Pitch
23:56 The Ultimate Mindset Coaching Toolkit
28:20 Three Skills Every Mindset Coach Needs
33:58 “Nothing matters except for results”
38:48 CEO vs. Frantic Employee
45:46 “Go hard, ask questions later”
50:08 The Value of YOUR Story

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Ep.127 - Cailyn Henderson - Mental Toughness is #GFG

Fri, 01 Sep 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Cailyn Henderson is a professional golfer, Golf Channel announcer, and influencer. As the co-owner of "Fore The Girls Golf" and an Indiana State AM champion, Cailyn brings a wealth of experience and insights to our discussion on resilience and success in the world of golf and beyond.

03:28 Beating a 40 year old at 12
05:15 Losing my Full-Ride // Hinge Moment
08:36 The Collegiate Mentality
15:07 Making Golf Fun // Fore The Girls Golf
20:04 The Next Giant Leap in Women’s Golf
22:05 Becoming an “Influencer”
25:04 “That’s gonna be the content that I always do.”
28:41 Finding God in Golf
33:38 “My golf scores don’t define me” // Turning Professional
37:42 How Social Media has Helped My Mental Game
39:33 God. Family. Golf

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Ep. 126 - Adam Schenk - The Mental Game Process Needed on the PGA Tour

Fri, 18 Aug 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Adam Schenk has been on the PGA Tour since 2018. A native Hoosier, Schenk played college golf at Purdue University before turning pro in 2015. This 2023 season, he has five top 10’s, two 2nd place finishes, and stands top 50 in the world golf rankings. Additionally, he ranks top 20 in the FedExCup standings.

03:47 The Birdie Hunting Mentality
11:29 Luck and Golf
14:57 The Pro-Putting Process
17:19 Patience on the PGA Tour
20:09 The Power of Perspective
24:15 “Where you finish is completely irrelevant.”
29:05 Emotions Cost Strokes
32:50 Bad Golf Is Motivation
38:40 “The closest thing to being perfect is to try to be.”
41:01 Making Your Bad Golf Better
44:08 Big Picture Golf
49:38 Adjusting the Small Things
53:37 To Parents of Golfers

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Ep. 125 - Caleb Nelson - L.E.B - Love Every Body

Fri, 04 Aug 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Caleb Nelson is a Performance Coach and host of the Naked Sunday Podcast. He works to help heart-centered leaders reclaim their confidence and unlock their true potential. His mentorship group, the League of Extraordinary Beings work on time, communication skills, work/life balance, health, and stress management.

02:38 Lessons From Man’s Best Friend
07:22 “I grew up in a cult, but so did you.” // Hinge Moment
18:23 The CrossFit Fallout
22:48 “This is what home feels like.”
26:31 Applying Winston Churchill’s Recovery
30:14 The Power of the Five Minute Buffer
35:19 Farmers and Hustle Culture
38:16 Love. Every. Body.
41:57 The Anti-Value Method
48:01 Dr. Bell’s Core Values
51:25 “Are you afraid of not being enough?”
59:37 Going After Your Purpose
01:02:37 “Who is holding your hand on your deathbed?”

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Ep. 124 - Annabelle Pancake - Beating The Golf Course

Fri, 21 Jul 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Annabelle Pancake just finished her junior season playing golf at Clemson University. Starting each of the last three seasons, her junior season was her top year and she was named to the All-ACC team for the first time. Additionally, she won the Clemson Invitational and recently finished runner-up at the Open Championship Amateur.

2:54 Growing Up With Golf
5:47 The Championship Mindset
10:38 “I just feel like I’m on offense”
14:44 Playing for an Audience of One
17:49 A Heart of Gratitude
19:30 Earning My Place
22:20 Giving Up My Control
29:26 “Beat the golf course, have fun, and glorify god”
32:19 The Most Important Shot Is the Next One
33:44 Simple Is Powerful
39:16 The Path to Success
43:23 Getting To Know Tour Life
45:55 “You gotta own it”
48:05 The Golf Parent Balance
50:57 “I have a thought, but only if you want it”

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Ep. 123 - McKenna Haase - The Hinge Moment of a Race Car Driver

Fri, 07 Jul 2023 06:00:00 -0400

McKenna “sassy” Haase is a champion race car driver and has been racing since 2010. Currently, she races 410 wing sprint cars. Additionally, she holds a 2nd degree black belt and was a contestant on American Ninja Warrior. In 2019, Haase founded Youth Racers of America, a nonprofit organization which is designed to introduce kids to racing.

4:20 Kasey Kahne in a Shopping Mall // Hinge Moment
8:41 One-way Ticket to Indy
10:39 The Stranger on a Plane
14:24 “I’ll do anything for $25 a day”
17:22 Staying True to Yourself
20:02 Translating the Mentality
24:03 “It’s an out-of-body experience”
26:29 The Hidden Details of Racing
29:38 A Greater Goal
32:42 Mental Toughness behind Racing Success
37:33 Stomping on a Dream
40:10 “I’ve seen glimpses of Heaven”
45:23 Growing the Next Generation
48:28 Capturing Your Voice

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Ep. 122 - Shea Avellino - Mental Toughness is Proving Them Wrong

Fri, 23 Jun 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Shea Avellino is a graduate of Temple University, B.S. He served as the head basketball manager for Temple University Basketball for four years. His health journey as well as his passion is uncovered into this moving episode.

5:20 The Beginning of a Journey
9:16 “I’m in here everyday”
13:01 The Next Question
17:16 The Grind
18:54 Shots on a Scooter
19:55 Taking Down #1
23:56 After the Mountaintop
27:45 Prove them Wrong
32:14 The Hardest Year of my Life
36:14 The Mental Part
37:54 The Shea Avellino Experience

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Ep. 121 - Taylor Distler - The Hinge Moment of Tony Finau at The Master’s

Fri, 09 Jun 2023 05:01:00 -0400

Taylor Distler is a graduate of the University of Louisville and received his MBA from Penn State. He is currently the Chief Operating Officer of Luminas and StaminaPro, which are health technology platforms that are changing the way the human body is treated. Staminapro patches are designed to reduce pain and inflammation while having 100% natural ingredients; meaning they are drug and chemical-free.

4:05 Exploring the West.
7:18 Electron imprinting.
13:01 No active ingredients.
15:42 The viral moment.
18:57 Being real with yourself.
24:29 The future of pain management.
26:36 Recovery impacts everything.
29:03 Patience and flow.
33:19 “The team is everything.”
36:32 Let the time accumulate.
41:30 Getting into flow.

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Ep. 120 - Greg Rakestraw - Professional Moment Describer

Fri, 19 May 2023 05:18:38 -0400

Greg Rakestraw has over 20 years in the business, and is the Vice President of the ISC Sports Network, voice of the Indy Eleven, and the post-game host for the Colts Radio Network. He is also known for calling play-by-plays for IHSAA State Championship as well as for the Horizon League and other NCAA events. Additional events include the American Legion World Series and Soccer Saturdays.

4:37 Knew at the age of 5.
6:08 Mirroring Peyton Manning’s career.
8:26 Let the picture tell the story.
11:36 Memorable for all the wrong reasons.
15:11 Time management.
17:51 Unprepared and lessons learned
19:37 “Tour de Hoosier.”
22:05 “It’s just different here.”
24:46 Standout athletes.
27:30 Making it vs not: 1% of the 1%.
32:07 Not about talent, but grinding.
34:19 Favorite fan moments.
37:43 Life is about belief.

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Ep. 119 - Syya Yasotornrat - Everyone Has a Story

Wed, 03 May 2023 05:10:00 -0400

Syya left corporate America to pursue digital content creation, podcasting, and entrepreneurship. She is the founder of Brilliant Beam Media, which provides digital content consulting, strategy, video & audio production, and distribution. She is a proud Gen X’er and host of a business bite podcast titled, “Gnaw on This." Her tag line is, "Everyone has a story to tell. Strategically, Simply, Brilliantly."

4:00 Word of the year: Light.
6:25 “I lost my soul in it all.”
10:18 Birth dates and death dates.
12:11 Losing seven people within six months.
13:20 Taking the task at hand.
15:45 Finding stillness.
18:59 Time to process emotions.
20:24 Sharing other’s stories.
23:42 The power of humor and connection.
26:42 Strategic vs. ad hoc content.
28:12 Right audience, right time.
32:30 “Love you like a love song.”
33:30 The hardest part of entrepreneurship.
37:07 Time is valuable beyond gold.
39:00 Patience in finding common ground.
47:20 “Content creation doesn’t have to be shallow.”

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Ep. 118 - Dr. Rob Bell - I Can’t Wait to Be Patient

Fri, 14 Apr 2023 12:21:30 -0400

Dr. Rob Bell is a sport psychology coach, speaker, podcast host, and now an 8x author. In this episode, he provides details on his new book, I Can't Wait to Be Patient, which comes out in May. Dr. Rob dives into the importance of urgency, recovery, and being patient for results.

3:16 The inaccuracy of “can’t wait.”
5:30 We don’t choose time.
8:03 “The product takes patience.”
9:20 Supply and demand.
11:08 Society’s value on speed.
12:45 Waiting to winning.
14:10 Patience is the recovery.
15:01 Not a book about motivation.
16:18 Action in circumstances.
20:10 Finding neutral.
22:36 Urgency.
23:58 Excess time as a threat.
26:52 Subtraction rather than addition.
27:45 Patience as a virtue.
29:00 “Urgent with the process, patience with the results.”
31:05 The problem with the short-term.
32:28 Wellness hinges on patience.
33:21 “If you can wait, you can win.”

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Ep. 117 - Matt Overton - Faith, Family, & Football

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Matt Overton has been playing in the NFL since 2007.
He was the long-snapper for the Indianapolis Colts from 2012-2016, and was a Pro-Bowler in 2013. Since then he has played for the Jaguars, Titans, Chargers, and most recently the Dallas
Cowboys. Matt is also the host of his own podcast titled, “Stay Ready." 3:33 The transition from one to two.
11:16 Born into a football family.
16:16 Invited and unsigned: Seattle Seahawks.
18:02 The dream never died.
20:12 Learning the small stuff in Indy.
25:20 “Stay ready.”
28:40 Going to the desert.
33:40 Jerry’s world.
35:52 Cowboys first snap: Poised & confident.
40:15 Teamwork through thick and thin.
43:27 Off season is for changes.
45:39 Patience as a free agent
50:34 Balancing professional and family life. Don’t forget you can also follow Dr. Rob Bell on Twitter or Instagram. Follow At: •Twitter @drrobbell •Instagram @drrobbell

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Ep. 116 - Robert Paylor - The Hinge Moment of a Broken Neck

Fri, 03 Mar 2023 06:45:50 -0500

At the 2017 Collegiate Rugby National Championship, Robert was expecting to win a national title. Early in the game, he was put in a neck lock by an opposing player. What should've been called as a foul instead left him paralyzed from a broken neck. When the doctors told him he would never walk again, he thought to himself, "you obviously don't know me."

5:20 The morning of May 6.
10:22 “It’s like I was in a completely different life.”
16:17 Only one play that broke his neck.
17:43 Always choosing forgiveness.
23:06 Power in a powerless situation.
30:12 The message that’s seared into his soul.
35:28 On day 2,120.
40:13 Grappling with “God did this to me.”
43:11 “Compared to what?”
46:54 Maintaining patient and active trust.
50:18 Don’t keep doing life the same.

www.robertpaylor.com

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Ep. 115 - Ray Santiago III - The Pillar B’s

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0500

Ray Santiago III is a mental performance coach, author, and speaker. Throughout his career he has coached professional, collegiate, and youth athletes. He has written several books including his Playing on Higher Ground series which intertwines the Christian faith with mental performance skills. His newest book, The Pillar B's, dives into his coaching philosophy, including what he believes are the foundations to success in sport.

5:11 Embracing the joy and the struggle.
6:24 Sunshine and vertigo: The best cry of his life.
7:55 “What will you enjoy 40 years from now?”
10:45 Breaking the system.
14:20 The Pillar B’s.
16:02 War of the pour.
18:36 Playing to our strengths.
20:58 Managing the thermostat.
24:40 The gazelle, the lion, and the mother bear.
30:12 The blueprint of self-compassion.
38:38 What’s your philosophy?
45:17 Faith is the greatest tool.
47:18 Go back to believing.

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Ep. 113 - Justin Masterson - We Forget to Work on Our Strengths

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 05:00:00 -0500

Justin pitched in the MLB from 2008 to 2015. He pitched for three Major League teams and made an All-Star appearance in 2013 while with the Cleveland Indians. He finished his career amassing a total of one thousand strikeouts. Justin also once had an immaculate inning, striking out three consecutive batters with nine pitches. He additionally once struck out four hitters in one inning. He is the only pitcher since 1912 to have four starts in Fenway without a loss.

4:52 “Jamaican-born, American-made.”
7:20 Mistakes are the best way to grow.
10:23 Seeking after Jesus.
14:43 In the end, they didn’t know anything.
21:04 It starts right here.
23:01 Simplicity at San Diego State.
27:02 A call from the Red Sox.
32:38 What becomes our weaknesses.
34:40 Go where it’s life-giving.
36:00 Being an Opening Day starter.
39:08 Default or taught: Dwelling on loss.
44:46 Not afraid of suffering in 2014.
49:36 Remaining relational.
52:01 Avoiding "hanger."
56:22 Reminiscing on a thousand strikeouts.
1:00:54 “I didn’t retire, I quit.”

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Ep. 112 - Mike Christman - The Hinge Moment of a Wrestling Match

Fri, 23 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0500

Mike Christman, a graduate of Indiana University, is a TPI Level 3 Golf Fitness Instructor as well as a Golf Performance Coach. He is the owner of The Fitness Garage and has coached Senior PGA, PGA, and LPGA players.

4:25 A staple in the gym.
6:07 Where am I from?
8:03 Experiencing trauma daily.
10:24 No place to call home.
12:07 Channeling the instability.
13:15 “When things go wrong, you drink.”
15:43 Structure and family found in sports.
17:55 Trust.
20:12 Bus rides in junior high.
23:05 “It was for the guy next to me.”
25:42 Easy-exiting and instability.
28:05 What Fitness Garage encompasses.
29:37 Redefining the grind.
33:03 The it-factor from a gym perspective.
34:41 Their actions relay their purpose.
40:21 When players respond.
41:30 Those you need to call-off.
43:42 Concrete floors so people can let go.
47:10 Maybe they’re here for another reason.

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Ep. 111 - Tim Tucker - Always an Adjustment, Never the Same

Fri, 09 Dec 2022 10:20:23 -0500

Tim Tucker is a long-time PGA Tour caddy. From 2016-2021, he gained 8 PGA Tour victories, including his 2020 US Open victory at Winged Foot while on the bag with Bryson Dechambeau. He additionally caddied for Adam Svensson, who won at RSM. As an entrepreneur, Tim and his friend, Amos Baker, started Loop Golf Transportation which is a high-end transportation service for golfers in Bandon Dunes, where he was a former club Pro and caddy. He additionally released True Aim Marker, designed to help golfers train, practice, and play.

True Aim Marker: https://trueaimmarker.com

4:51 Loving the underdog.
7:39 Meeting 15-year-old Bryson Dechambeau.
9:26 “He made me a better caddy.”
11:49 Reflecting on Winged Foot 2020.
14:24 “It was quieter.”
15:52 Golf balls and ballistics are the same thing.
17:40 Different every day.
19:48 Only talking about that shot.
21:56 99.99% of the talent.
26:19 Managing the media.
27:35 Giving back through golf.
29:25 The biggest regret at Torrey Pines.
33:28 Call yourself out.
35:32 Your brain needs a system.
38:55 Breaking down the True Aim marker.
47:44 Watching Adam Svensson at RSM.
49:18 Take the pressure off of putting.
50:58 Being pushed to be the best caddy.

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Ep. 110 - Charles Peachock - Your Gift Chooses You

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 10:41:31 -0500

Charles Peachock is a professional juggler, winning a world title at the young age of 19. Throughout his 35 years in juggling, he has been a two-time world champion and has been on both the Go-Big Show and The Tonight Show. His talents in juggling additionally earned him a spot as a Finalist on America’s Got Talent. He has performed for major companies such as United Airlines, Goodyear, The Cleveland Clinic, and Kraft Foods among many others. Currently, Charles is a contracted performer with Disney. Ultimately, his Goal is to bring juggling into the next century.

5:05 The biggest gift at 11 years old.
6:20 It comes from your own will and determination.
8:44 The woodshed days.
12:00 Micro moments that motivate.
13:15 Executing and engaging.
17:30 Mental juggling and stage comfort.
20:43 “That was not me.”
23:25 Leveraging the senses.
26:48 Switching gears.
28:35 Maintaining the appeal.
32:12 Slowing down to story tell.
36:44 The individual entertainer connection.
38:18 Adding in new tricks.
40:35 Reinventing the art work.
42:27 The value of autonomy.
45:01 Mental toughness as an asset to uncertainty.
49:54 Understanding the craft.

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Ep. 109 - Ward Jarvis - The Movement of the Mind

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 05:00:00 -0400

Ward Jarvis is a mental performance coach with a focus on elite golfers. His interest in mental performance coaching stems both from experiencing the "yips" in putting during his teenage years and devoting much of his time to exploring the neuropsychological underpinnings of his stutter.

3:18 Approaching rather than avoiding.
5:58 Another form of movement.
7:55 The "atypical neuro experience."
11:30 Mental skills for stuttering.
13:00 In the frozen food aisle of Walmart.
14:22 Calling Dillard’s every Wednesday.
16:11 Managing anticipation.
17:31 Stuttering and the yips in golf.
25:19 Bringing order to the chaos.
27:15 Cured versus smoothed-out.
31:03 The mind moves through different moments.
34:11 Success is domain-oriented.
35:40 Our brain can be the biggest distraction.
38:03 Time to get good and time to stay good.
42:38 Time management is guilt management.
45:24 Trained for the chaotic.
48:39 The hardest call.
51:02 Creating the technology of the future.

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Ep. 107 - Eric Musselman - If You Demand, They Can

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 05:00:00 -0400

Eric Musselman is the current head coach of the University of Arkansas Men's Basketball team. Prior to coming to Arkansas, Musselman coached the Nevada team to the NCAA tournament, where they were also ranked in the top ten for several weeks in a row. At the professional level, Musselman worked with the Orlando Magic, Atlanta Hawks, Golden State Warriors, Memphis Grizzlies, and the Sacramento Kings. He spent additional time coaching internationally in China, the Dominican Republic, and Venezuela. He is the son of Bill Musselman, former coach of the Minnesota Timberwolves.

4:07 30 to 60 pages at a 6.0 pace.
5:11 Coaching tips from the MLB.
7:34 Great players are detail-oriented.
9:22 Wired differently.
10:57 Changing as a coach.
13:04 Selling out the building.
14:21 Reflecting on his father’s coaching style.
16:20 Differences between college and the NBA.
19:33 Coaching a national team with a language barrier.
21:32 “It’s all I knew.”
24:11 Winning without joy.
27:06 Crushing or elevating a team spirit.
30:18 Believing in your team.
34:02 Obstacles getting into the college game.
36:55 “You’re not going to fear anyone after that.”
37:47 Taking a risk in Baton Rouge.
41:34 Not building a team in a traditional way.
43:44 You can’t survive without hating to lose.
45:42 Next level skill and the mental game.
49:04 Walking into work everyday with his son.

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Ep. 106 - Erik Barnes - Full Commitment, Full Acceptance

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 14:48:57 -0400

Erik Barnes is a PGA Tour Professional. Starting out as an Amateur, he turned Pro in 2011. While playing on the Korn Ferry Tour this past season, he finished with seven top-10 finishes. He has now earned his way onto the PGA Tour for the 2023 season.

4:27 Playing in the dark
7:21 Reflecting on the US Open.
9:24 When uncertainty led to sacrifices.
15:03 Maximizing time.
18:22 “I didn’t need much motivation.”
21:54 Perspective and gratitude.
24:57 Putting and scrambling.
26:58 How qualifying for the US Open was "one of the worst things."
29:31 “Golf is not just about golf.”
33:35 50-percent cuts-maker.
36:33 Adopting a different outlook.
39:36 Knowing your game.
43:45 “Everything seemed so easy.”
47:48 Maintain your natural swing.
49:30 The moment he knew.

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Ep. 105 - Stephanie White - The Journey Was the Gift

Thu, 25 Aug 2022 11:54:50 -0400

Coach Stephanie White was previously the head coach of the Indiana Fever and most recently, head coach of Vanderbilt University Women's basketball team. Prior to coaching, Stephanie played five years in the WNBA for the Charlotte Sting and Indiana Fever, and was inducted into the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame. While playing at Purdue University during her undergraduate career, Stephanie led the team to a national championship in 1999 and earned Player of the Year. Stephanie currently serves as a basketball analyst for ESPN.

5:00 Just like one of the guys.
7:15 Doing what other kids won’t.
11:38 Isolated focus.
13:37 The greatest indicator of success.
16:18 Dreams of being a pilot.
17:41 Missing the moments.
24:00 Taking pride in the journey.
25:30 Reflecting on the Final Four.
30:02 This is why.
33:40 Be a star in your role.
36:52 Cant’t rest on past accomplishments.
39:30 Feeling at home.
41:35 Lessons from 9 years as an assistant coach.
43:50 Shifting to a different perspective.
46:12 Applying the pro-style in college.
52:00 Pain and isolation.
54:30 “Head down, push through” mentality.
57:15 You need to fail.
1:01:52 There’s struggle in anything worth having.
1:06:35 Comparing journeys isn’t sustainable.

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Ep. 104 - Hunter Scott - Tragedy, Triumph, and Truth: USS Indianapolis

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 10:05:24 -0400

Hunter Scott is a Naval Officer and helicopter pilot since 2007, and currently serves the Pentagon as the Protocol Officer for the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. He specializes in matters of aviation along with national and cyber security. Scott has accumulated several military and civilian awards, including the Defense Meritorious Service Medal in 2016. He has earned two masters degrees, one from Harvard, and earned an undergraduate degree was from North Carolina where he was also varsity cheerleader.

In 2000, he helped draft legislation in that exonerated the unjustly court-martialed Captain of the USS Indianapolis. Charles McVay III was the only captain to be court-martialed out of over 700 ships that sank. What began as a history project as a 12 year old turned into a major quest. Our guest has been recognized in Florida on August 24th every year, as Hunter Scott day.

6:05 Quint’s soliloquy in Jaws.
7:45 Interviewing the first survivor.
9:51 Writing 40 more letters.
11:34 Treasure hunting on the USS Indianapolis.
14:40 Delirium and survival: a memoir.
18:02 Telling their stories
20:14 “It was unfathomable.”
23:16 The response from the president.
25:02 Disqualified.
26:12 “I knew the message was sent.”
29:38 Testifying at 14 years old.
33:28 Believing it was the captain’s fault.
34:51 What happened with the SOS messages.
36:40 The Swiss Cheese model.
38:01 “The angel from heaven.”
40:26 Admiral King’s responsibility.
42:08 Called to serve in the Navy.
42:54 Continuing to tell their story.
45:12 The future of service.
47:24 The mental toughness to do what was meant to be.
49:45 Being a “dream-builder.”
51:13 The benefit of being disqualified.

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Ep. 103 - Michael Bentt - The Reluctant Heavyweight

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 12:29:53 -0400

Michael Bentt was a four-time NY Golden Gloves champion, and one of the most decorated amateur boxers in the United States. He earned a bronze medal at the Good Will Games and the Pan-American games, along with earning 2nd at the Olympic Trials. He was also the WBO Heavyweight Champion, beating Tommy Morrison in 1993. He has starred in numerous films and TV episodes, including Million Dollar Baby and played Sonny Liston in the film ALI. He has also directed an off-Broadway play called, Kid Shamrock. He stars in Netflix docu-series called, Losers. Michael is also the author of a fantastic piece titled, Anatomy of a Knock-Out.

4:45 The only honest boxer.
6:40 Being dad’s trophy.
11:12 “I don’t want to box anymore.”
15:30 Conflicted by the sport.
20:00 Turning pro and the avalanche of resentment.
28:30 Going against Jerry Jones.
30:57 Writing and self-medicating.
35:52 Still had something to prove to himself.
41:40 “Not again.”
45:30 “At some point he’s going to hurt you.”
51:14 Knocking down Tommy Morrison.
53:03 Not trusting the adulation.
57:23 Getting beat 9 times out of 10.
1:03:20 96 hour coma.
1:06:24 Being around “major minds.”
1:09:12 Seek, study, and prepare to fail.

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Ep. 102 - Miléne Jardine - Chocolate from Cherry Blossoms

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 18:42:09 -0400

Miléne Jardine is a chocolatier in New York City. After 12 years in the fashion industry, a setback propelled her into establishing a business creating and selling her first love: chocolate. Miléne’s unique flavor combinations showcase her travels in Egypt, Japan, Paris, and around the world.

Explore her creations here: https://milenejardine.com

3:56 Sneaking chocolate.
4:50 It started with the truffle.
6:45 The ritual at the cherry blossom tree.
8:33 What do I do next?
10:30 Going all in.
11:22 Why the first 10,000 dollars felt better than a million.
13:55 Following the dangling carrot.
16:00 Providing for healthcare workers during COVID.
19:14 Roots in Paris.
21:34 Inspiration from Egypt.
24:13 “Live by love.”
26:54 Navigating tangents of doubt.
30:10 New York City and small business support.
34:14 Those who thought it was a bad idea.
37:08 The vision for Miléne Jardine chocolate.
40:08 Finding complimentary flavors.
43:07 Applying fashion to a chocolate assortment.

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Ep. 101 - Lewis Robling - Running for a Higher Purpose

Thu, 02 Jun 2022 18:41:59 -0400

Lewis Robling is an ex-professional rugby player of 10 years, the founder of a sustainable e-commerce business (Cocabana), an ultra marathon runner, and an online coach. As an ambassador for Big Moose, Lewis plans to raise money for early intervention therapy by running five 250kilometer ultramarathons in the year 2022.

5:00 Getting the imaginary key.
8:28 The effect of never making it.
11:23 50 coconuts in Bali.
15:08 Running for a higher purpose.
22:00 The two toughest days of his life.
23:50 Dealing with the new normal and finding the “why.”
25:12 Crying in the Peak District.
28:07 Choosing vulnerability.
36:17 “Awareness is nothing on it's own.”
38:40 Running toward versus running away
42:30 Sri Lanka: The highs outweigh the lows.
51:15 The bond through suffering.
52:42 Preparation facilitates enjoyment.
56:33 Prioritize pacing.
59:42 When to push forward and when to pull back.
1:02:34 Courage, intuition, and discipline.

Big Moose: https://www.bigmoosecharity.co/#intro

Cocabana: https://www.cocabana.co.uk

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/lewis_robling

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Ep. 100 - Donita Walters - Can’t is a Cuss Word

Thu, 19 May 2022 08:38:12 -0400

Donita Walters is a repeat guest of the show (see Episode 43). She is a high school teacher and swim coach. As a swim coach, she has coached many at the national level and the Olympic Games in Rio. She is an avid cyclist and accomplished her goal of riding coast-coast across the United States, a total of over 3700 miles. She had ridden close to 5000 miles as her training for this epic journey when her hinge moment occurred...

4:22 The last training ride.
7:50 When the go-getter is sidelined.
9:33 Pain that takes your breath away.
12:54 Coaching young athletes through set backs.
14:20 The next hinge moment.
16:53 Going from East to West.
21:43 The bad 4-letter word.
25:43 “360-degrees of awesome on the bike saddle.”
29:28 The first Rocky Mountain climb.
32:19 Taking the front tire to the water’s edge.
34:58 “It’s not about me.”
36:50 Didn’t always feel like a miracle.
39:00 Coming off the mountain.
40:54 Never give up.

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Ep. 99 -Jeff Byers - Human Performance Beyond Broscience

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 07:15:00 -0400

Jeff Byers is the CEO of Momentus. Momentus is at the forefront of human performance pushing the limits of what’s possible. They provide a deep portfolio of human performance products such as PR lotion and collagen peptides, along with products for recovery, fuel, hydration, brain health, and sleep. They are with over 150 collegiate and pro sports teams.

Website: Livemomentus.com

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4:10 The consumers at the Boston Marathon.
6:27 55 offers and the Gatorade Player of the Year.
9:37 On another planet at age 19.
11:30 From never getting beat, to always getting schooled.
15:16 The USC philosophy.
16:46 “You’re just one play away from the game.”
22:25 Taking every penny from the school.
28:00 The bubble is just a bubble.
30:21 Un-drafted: lucky and unlucky.
35:01 Playing for the job versus playing to win.
37:52 Walking away from the NFL to build.
41:10 Absorbing everything to get up to speed.
43:26 The problem with “broscience.”
45:05 The systematic-based approach for human optimization.
50:05 175 professional and collegiate teams.
52:31 Partnership with Dr. Huberman.
54:45 “The ball always gets snapped.”

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Ep. 98 - Scott Lindgren - The River Runner

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 10:45:00 -0400

Scott Lindgren changed the sport of kayaking in the 90's and is a member of the International Whitewater Hall of Fame. He’s made 50 first descents all around the world. His documentary on kayaking from the Andes to the Amazon received an Emmy award, and he is "The River Runner" in the new Netflix documentary.

3:59 The internet says he’s dead.
7:30 Growing up in the “armpit of California.”
9:50 From weakness to annihilation.
11:28 The “downstream mentality.”
12:34 When he found the river.
16:10 Kayaking is a minimum 10 year investment.
20:27 Emotional instability doesn’t work.
24:24 Successful on the river, but what about with someone you love?
27:10 Seeing a teammate at their core.
31:00 Paddling 250 days a year.
33:33 “If you’ve gotta feed it, you don’t need it.”
35:10 Focused on the mission and missing the metaphor.
37:45 “It’s a kid’s game.”
44:30 Militia and hippos.
48:48 3 months turned into 8 years.
56:03 “I spent my entire life not being weak.”
57:00 Self-inflicted isolation.
58:17 First Descents: Adventure for healing.
1:01:20 Showing up with your heart.
1:05:34 The biggest hinge moment: A choice between two events.
1:07:17 Overcoming negative love patterns.
1:11:19 “I gave myself a 5 percent chance.”
1:18:02 Falling back like butter on bread.
1:24:20 Part of being a hardened criminal.
1:26:33 The accomplishment is the journey.
1:28:21 Value in connection and experience.
1:30:12 No longer believing in negative change.
1:34:37 Surrendering to the flow of life.
1:37:23 When nature and community bring healing.

First Descents: https://firstdescents.org

The River Runner on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81457001

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Ep. 97 - Andy Glaze - Smile Or You’re Doing It Wrong

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 10:37:03 -0400

Andy Glaze is an avid Ultra Runner and Captain of the LA County Fire Department. In the year 2020 he ran 8,000 miles, which equates to running roughly 21 miles every day. Andy is passionate about spreading positivity through his social media platforms; specifically, sharing his two goals for each run: to smile and to finish the race.

9:58 The power of smiling.
12:00 Lessons from “Did Not Finish.”
14:44 What quiets the mind.
15:28 Not visiting that room.
17:19 The best part of racing is surviving.
19:45 Being a 2:30am riser.
23:18 Every sunset and every sunrise.
26:24 “So many things can go wrong” at 250 miles.
29:46 The most regretted race.
32:58 Processing and overcoming the setback.
36:03 Analyzing small failures well.
38:52 When training is better than racing.
40:51 Results don’t matter.
41:53 “Better to be fast at mile 80 than mile 20.”
43:40 Can’t rush long term goals.
49:44 The rainstorm at Mount Fuji.
56:07 “I don’t want to die. This is like a hobby.”
58:55 Part of the obsession.
1:01:22 Big’s Backyard Ultra.
1:03:21 No meat athlete.
1:06:22 90% of runs are slow-paced.

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Ep. 96 - Ruben Amaro Jr. - From 500 Feet Up to the Dirt

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 19:38:17 -0500

Ruben Amaro Jr. is a former Major League Baseball player with 7 seasons of experience. He won an American League pennant with the Indians and a National League pennant with the Phillies. He was General Manager for the Phillies from 2008- 2015. He has also served as a Major League coach for the Mets and Red Sox. Most recently, he has served as a pre- and post-game analyst for NBC Sports in Philly.

3:40 Harry Kalas and Philadelphia in 1992.
7:46 “You’re not as good as your dad.”
9:41 View it as a challenge, not a negative.
12:27 Creating a fire to prove someone wrong.
15:08 Non-prospect.
16:48 Observing preparation.
18:30 The little things that lead to success.
21:02 Getting caught up and getting out of routines.
23:30 Resetting, overcoming, and being the best bench player.
26:26 Chosen as the last roster spot.
29:03 Every at bat was a gun fight.
31:40 Sitting on the World Series parade float.
33:16 “Another guy who figured out a way to win.”
35:04 Winning is always the challenge.
36:47 Patience and impulsivity.
38:03 Reflecting on Roy Halladay.
41:56 “You get hired to get fired.”
43:53 Still Ruben Amaro Jr.
47:00 “It’s about your connection with the players.”
49:54 Respect in the coach-to-coach relationship.
55:53 The outcome of losing the process.
58:23 Failure as a necessity.
59:57 Taking a step back to go a step further.

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Ep. 95 - Adam Kerley - The Daily Disciplines

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 16:18:38 -0500

Adam Kerley is a physical therapist, athletic trainer, and a certified strength and conditioning coach. He has worked with both collegiate and professional athletes with a career spanning through DI athletics, which is now Therapy Exos. Beginning in the past few years, Kerley works directly with PGA Tour professionals.

5:25 Lessons from the Kerley Trail.
8:24 Pete Carroll’s optimism applied to golfers.
10:34 Always the small kid.
12:56 How playable was possible.
16:40 Figuring out which bubbles to pop.
22:57 Establishing the daily disciplines.
25:40 “Being a good steward of the gift of your body.”
30:30 Optimizing individuality.
34:12 Reasons versus excuses.
37:18 “You play four rounds and then you start over.”
40:36 Having a short memory on both sides.
45:56 “Reject passivity and accept responsibility.”
47:49 Where one step can lead.

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Ep. 94 - Pratiti Pathak- Building a Life After Loss

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 19:19:01 -0500

Pratiti Pathak's coaching philosophy is centered on assisting entrepreneurs with achieving their highest goals with balance, not burnout, using a holistic approach. Pratiti works alongside her clients to create a vision and plan to achieve their unique personal, physical, and emotional health goals. All of which, she believes, form a strong foundation for business and financial success.

3:14 “Manage your mind, not time.”
5:34 The biggest time-waster.
6:54 Being the only Asian in her school.
9:21 Becoming a bully.
12:09 The first transformational moment.
14:39 What will you choose?
19:18 What shapes who we are is who we are surrounded by.
20:41 “This could kill you if you don’t pay attention.”
23:57 Thankful for guilt.
25:13 When everything shifted.
27:24 Fighting against the reality of what life is about.
30:16 Building resilience.
32:05 “It’s about the stories we tell ourselves.”
34:21 The only reason we get stuck.
36:21 We perpetuate what we fear the most.
40:15 What do we want?

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Ep 93 - Monte Lee - How to Win Through Connection

Thu, 13 Jan 2022 19:06:55 -0500

Coach Monte Lee is in his 7th season as the Clemson Tigers Head Baseball Coach.

His time at Clemson consists of 207 wins to 113 losses, and 4 NCAA Tournament appearances. In 2016, the Clemson Tigers won the ACC Championship and were Co-ACC Champs in 2018.

His tenure as a coach has included multiple draft picks, and before Clemson, he was the head coach of College of Charleston for 7 years and assistant coach for 8 years at South Carolina.

Overall, Coach Lee has had 483 wins and will eclipse the 500 win marks this season.

6:50 Maximizing each day.
11:52 “What now” and relationships.
15:17 Isolation in the dugout.
20:35 Connecting as a team in the modern day.
26:15 Adapting to coach the new generation.
31:34 The parallels of teaching and coaching.
37:22 The two types of athletes.
41:34 Who you want on your team.
46:28 Hard work and talent coexisting.
50:04 Start with the end: Latch to a veteran.
54:08 The summer before college.
58:20 Those who are, and those who are about to be.

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Ep. 92 - 2021 Year in Review

Fri, 31 Dec 2021 11:22:29 -0500

In this special episode, Dr. Rob reflects on the past year by walking through key takeaways from each conversation with coaches, CEOs, musicians, and athletes alike.

4:10 Ep. 70 Suzanne Castle “Stuck is Never the Furthest that You Can Go”
4:47 Ep. 71 Coach Kevin Kelley “The Coach Who Never Punts”
5:40 Ep. 72 Barry Zito “The Tale of Two World Series Rings”
7:04 Ep. 73 Zach Miller “The Hinge of the JFK 50”
7:54 Ep. 74 Rudy Sarzo “The Ripple Effect of a Hinge Moment”
9:18 Ep. 75 Jason Cutter “From Order Taker to Quota Breaker”
9:47 Ep. 76 David Novak “Only One Good Friend Away from Happiness”
10:40 Ep. 77 David Meltzer “Make Money, Help People, & Have Fun”
11:31 Ep. 78 Col. Tony Hofmann - Team Leadville “Endurance, Teamwork, & Grit”
12:21 E. 79 Berta Medina-Garcia “Be Selfish with Generosity”
13:24 Ep. 80 David Newman “Change the Path, NOT the Goal”
14:10 Ep. 81 Coach Mo Brossette “The New Alpha Code”
14:42 Ep. 82 Olympian Felicia Stancil “50 Seconds to Perfection”
15:43 Ep. 83 Josh Sprague “The Output for Success”
16:24 Ep. 84 Coach Kevin McMillan “He’s Also Coaching Me 15 Years from Now”
17:10 Ep. 85 Mike Pfefferkorn “The Most Memorable 100-Mile Finisher”
17:50 Ep. 86 Coach Larry Jackson “Being Told You’re Not Good Enough”
19:06 Ep. 87 Coach Greg Adamson “How to Give a Ship”
19:36 Ep. 88 Chris Plumb “Excellence = Courage + Perseverance”
20:21 Ep. 89 Will Drumright and Dr. Rob Bell “Life Lessons from the IT-100”
20:41 Ep. 90 Karen Sparks “How Her Heart Beats for Three”
21:44 Ep. 91 Coach Mike Lingenfelter “Amor Fati: Love Your Fate”

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Ep. 91 - Mike Lingenfelter - Amor Fati: Love Your Fate

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 19:30:28 -0500

Mike Lingenfelter is Co-Director/Owner of Munciana Volleyball Club. He has six national championships and his Munciana Samurai teams have placed in the top 3 (JVA/AAU/USA) in the nation every year of its existence (2004).

In the high school arena he led Waphani High School to 3 state championships and has been awarded State Coach of the Year 3 times.

At the collegiate level, our guest was a 3-time Conference USA/Metro Conference Coach of the Year and amassed over 200 Victories.

He is also the recipient of the prestigious Don Shondell Lifetime Achievement Award as well as the AVCA 18's Coach of the Year.

4:37 From Coach Knight to Coach Wooden.
7:40 When winning or losing isn’t the standard.
13:56 Setting parameters too often.
15:57 Being silent is being selfish.
20:46 Obsession and the art of the lonely practice.
23:40 “And that’s on me.”
27:58 Living in a world that celebrates mediocrity.
29:38 The perspective of the best athletes.
31:18 Having “stick-to-it-ness.”
34:00 Asking for effort, not success.
36:52 Allow kids to feel bulletproof.
40:57 Coaches recruit families.
46:55 Love is the critical issue.
52:20 What drove him to be a lifelong learner.

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Ep. 90 - Karen Sparks - How Her Heart Beats for Three

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 18:26:38 -0500

In 2015, Karen Sparks was met with an unthinkable tragedy. On the six-year anniversary, Karen joins Dr. Rob on his podcast to share her definition of toughness, strength, and rising again; all with the help of faith, her community, and Ultra running.

3:47 Being the daughter of a high school football coach.
7:14 Reagan and Grant.
10:04 Shock, adrenaline, and the best possible therapy.
13:43 When God and her children intervened.
17:31 The most courageous thing she could’ve ever done.
24:55 Going through to get out.
31:00 How pain and joy coexist.
39:27 Running 100-miles on the five year anniversary.
46:47 There is no finish line.
54:30 Never alone and made for something bigger.

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Ep. 89 - Dr. Rob Bell - Life Lessons from the IT-100

Fri, 05 Nov 2021 11:16:26 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Rob is interviewed by long-time friend and colleague, Will Drumright, as he discusses the life lessons gained from running 100-miles.

3:49 Training for the IT-100 vs. the Ironman.
8:30 Being a scientist while training.
10:03 Even the bad days are still good.
13:25 Simple isn’t always easy.
16:31 Low points in training.
21:13 What do you do the next day?
23:11 The 10-mile rally.
29:23 “He started to hurt, and I started to feel better.”
31:52 The second wind is guaranteed.
32:50 The best people on training courses.
34:30 Not letting negativity creep into the legs.
37:48 Emptying the bucket.
44:02 Returning to the baseline: Process vs. product.
45:15 Will reflects on the 75-hard challenge.
47:13 Focusing on what’s right in front of you.

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Ep. 88 - Chris Plumb - Excellence = Courage + Perseverance

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 17:34:37 -0400

Chris Plumb was an All-American swimmer at Indiana University and is now the Head Coach of Carmel Swim Club & Carmel High School Swim Team. He is a recipient of the National Team Coach of the Year award and has his own podcast titled, Off the Deck.

Under his coaching, he has lead the girls' swim team to 34 straight state championships and the boys' team to 19 state championships, making Carmel High School the first team in 20 years to have both teams in the National Championships. In this episode, Plumb recounts his time coaching Drew Kibler and Jake Mitchell, two of his alumni-turned-Olympians.

6:55 Coaching an Olympic Spirit.
12:36 What coaches are really trying to do.
13:09 A relentless refusal to quit.
16:00 A focus born out of doubt.
18:02 What’s your standard? That’s where you rise.
20:06 The magic talisman.
22:51 No fear vs. bravery.
24:14 Great coaching is not by accident.
28:40 What excellence requires.
31:38 The best athletes take ownership.
34:37 “Success leaves clues.”
38:01 The outcomes of accepting limitations.
40:38 Instant gratification and sport today.
42:25 From the MCAT to coaching.
45:31 Relationships and the innate drive to help.
49:22 What great coaches understand.
50:50 Advice for parents.

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Ep. 87 - Greg Adamson - How to Give a Ship

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 18:37:03 -0400

Greg Adamson is the associate director in sports performance and is in his 10th season at the University of Tennessee. He’s worked with 23 different teams at Tennessee including: swimming & diving, golf, soccer, rowing and football. He’s coached Olympians from more than 10 countries as well as world-record holders, conference and national champions, and more than 100 professional athletes across nine different sports.

He previously served as strength & conditioning coach at Winthrop and Central Michigan where received his masters degree.

In this episode we are going to be talking about coaching, hinge moments, mental toughness and #Giveaship S H I P

3:07 Reinvention.
4:52 Never really got started.
7:08 In a world of instant success…
9:52 The ships and their sails.
14:01 “Confidence takes excuses away.”
19:11 Sensationalizing the wrong things.
21:34 Give time to miss it.
25:41 Exploring team culture.
30:34 Gratitude and the sophomore slump.
33:40 “Belief is a separator.”
36:50 Discipleship: Who are you bringing along?
39:26 Self-worth in spite of outcomes.
44:00 Building a relationship and answering “why.”
48:01 Wins and losses from a coaching perspective.
50:15 Counter-challenging society.

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Ep. 86 - Coach Larry Jackson - Being Told ”You‘re Not Good Enough”

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 19:15:34 -0400

Coach Larry Jackson is in his 4th season as the Director of Strength and Conditioning with the Cleveland Browns.

Coach Jackson has 19 years of experience at the collegiate coaching level including coaching experience at Texas A&M (where he was a former defensive end) , University of Houston, and University of Oklahoma. He has spent time with the Denver Broncos (1995), Arizona Cardinals (1996) and Miami Dolphins (1997), and also played for the Barcelona Dragons of NFL Europe in 1998.

3:39 Selfishly competitive.
5:43 Forming unity and falling back on training.
10:59 Getting out as the backup.
14:46 Show, don’t tell.
22:16 It started with the letter.
32:54 The story of the “have not’s.”
42:01 Unconventional summer conditioning.
48:12 Focus on the work.
52:00 Nothing to do with talent.
53:23 Coaches are fans with really good seats.
56:28 Development at the Pro level: Rome wasn’t build in a day.
1:02:39 Losing it all to gain even more.
1:08:58 What are you doing to get the outcome you want?

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Ep.85 - Mike Pfefferkorn - The Most Memorable 100-Mile Finisher

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 20:07:30 -0400

Mike Pfefferkorn has spent over 30 years in the sports and entertainment industry. He has served as a sports agent, talk show host, and NCAA consultant, while additionally co-authoring 7 books for Major League Baseball. He has completed Ultra races and has served for 10 years as the race director for Indiana Trail 100 and Glacial Esker 40.

2:55 Rule changes after signing a contract.
6:48 Everyone got hurt, yet no one cracked the code.
9:17 17 months as a long-hauler and taking a step back.
12:51 Finishing 100-miles for the first time.
14:50 Going faster vs. farther.
16:36 Lessons from nine knee surgeries.
20:30 Opt for something less.
21:51 Why people don’t cross the finish line.
24:00 Navigating the bad patch: Now what?
28:45 How to not overrun the race.
32:27 Avoid an enabling crew.
36:44 The story that stands out.
41:05 Where to find a different perspective on humanity.
42:32 Ultra running as a team sport.
46:40 “It’s more than just the runners.”

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Ep. 84 - Coach Kevin McMillan - He's Also Coaching Me 15 Years from Now

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 19:00:00 -0400

Coach McMillan is in his 13th season as the University of Tennesse-Martin Women's Basketball coach. They have won 4 conference tournament titles and 6 regular season titles. UT-M has been to post-season 9 times. Coach McMillan has been Ohio Valley Conference Coach of the Year on 4 occasions.

100 % of players have graduated during his tenure, and the program recently had its 1st player in OVC history, Chelsey Perry, be drafted into the WNBA.

3:06 Developing a WNBA player.
5:32 Don’t take anything personally.
6:58 The rarity of extra time.
8:11 Creating adversity everyday.
10:14 Hard to define, easy to notice.
12:13 “I’ll stop coaching whenever I have to lower my expectations.”
14:41 Water on a rock overtime.
19:10 The ownership circle.
20:51 Not coaching the final score.
22:32 Parents: There’s justice in allowing this.
26:04 “Isn’t that what sports is here to do for kids?”
29:36 Processing a tragedy and life’s fragility.
33:28 Wanting to go back to high school.
38:41 The part coaches have control over.
40:30 Eight storms coming together from a 10,000-foot view.
45:32 Crockpot coaching.
47:19 The best can handle it.
50:37 How do you sustain with change?

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Ep 83- CEO Josh Sprague- The Output for Success

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 09:25:00 -0400

Josh Sprague is the CEO of Orange Mud and Seven Clay where he lives out the motto, "innovation from frustration." After struggling to find comfortable hydration gear during a triathlon, Sprague decided to take action by creating his own line of hydration vests for other adventure racers. Nine years later, Orange Mud has successfully enhanced the field of endurance racing gear for athletes around the world. Orangemud

4:14 Thought it was just a hobby.
6:33 An idea born out of despise.
9:12 100 stores in 1 month.
13:30 Taking it overseas.
22:34 Breaking down “made in the USA.”
25:45 Fueling the fire at races.
30:36 Sizing that allows others to move.
34:38 Entrepreneurship requires endurance and adaptability.
37:05 The ability to suffer.
41:10 The number 1 piece to long-term success.

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Ep 82- Olympian Felicia Stancil- 50 Seconds To Perfection

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 08:36:37 -0400

Felicia Stancil is a United States Olympian in BMX racing. Stancil has won 14 UCI World Titles since starting the sport at age 4. She won Gold at the Pan Am games in 2015 and Stancil was awarded the 2019 Golden Crank Pro of the Year Title by Pull Magazine. She represents Answer SSquared.

2:50 Instagram with Reggie Miller.
3:50 How Felicia’s family makes her stand out in BMX.
6:20 It only took two World Championships.
9:09 Process vs. product: Turning on the switch.
10:09 150 sprints and giving herself a bedtime.
13:10 Felicia reflects on how she became who she is today.
16:11 “He just cares a lot, so he was nervous.”
17:59 The difference 10 seconds can make.
19:30 Breaking down the Olympic race.
21:03 Crunch time.
22:10 Mental flexibility as a necessity.
23:06 Pain vs. satisfaction at the podium.
24:45 Being all-out while being calm.
26:03 Memorizing the course.
27:17 It’s only 50 seconds without any rules.
29:00 Felicia’s hope for young BMX racers.

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Ep 81- Mo Brossette- The New Alpha Code

Fri, 16 Jul 2021 12:47:07 -0400

Coach Mo Brossette is the Director of Mindset at The Adaptive Training Foundation, a Dallas based non-profit that leads disabled military veterans and civilians through a 9-week mental and physical training program called “Redefine”. He is the Founder of Hunt and Prosper, a leadership and self development company. Hunt-prosper.com

3:12 Training for mental and physical evolutions.
8:00 Maintaining tunnel vision and blocking out the noise.
10:19 Summiting Mount Everest from your couch.
13:33 The source of Mo's daily inspiration.
16:09 All you have to do is push the prison door.
18:36 One night in Dallas.
24:08 What you need to do to heal and move on.
26:47 The new alpha code.
30:33 Defining masculinity and what boys weren’t taught.
35:06 Young Alpha Academy: What is it about?
37:40 Seeing life as opportunity with more grace.

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Ep 80- David Newman- Change the Path, NOT the Goal

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 10:33:37 -0400

David Newman is a Certified Speaking Professional and member of the NSA Million Dollar Speaker Group. He is the author of 2 business bestseller’s “Do It! Marketing” and “Do It! Speaking.” He is the host of one of the top business and speaking podcasts: The Speaking Show. His team's mission: Build your platform, create authority, grow your business.

3:20 Becoming a million-dollar speaker.
4:55 Hiding behind big names.
8:10 Do it before you’re ready: Perceived risk.
9:33 Humility in accepting B-average performances.
13:10 Goals without attachment: The external spectator.
15:35 The 3 questions after March 16, 2020.
21:27 Changing the path, not the goal. Understanding successful DNA.
25:28 How comfort hinders success.
30:01 Post-pandemic: “Yes, and…”
34:12 Personal branding and commercializing expertise.
40:06 What David offers for free.

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Ep 79- Berta Medina- Garcia - Be Selfish With Generosity

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 05:45:00 -0400

Berta Medina after years of building, operating and growing her own successful business, took her experience and love for philanthropy to travel to Africa on a harrowing climb to Mt. Kilimanjaro as part of a mission trip to change the world for Maasai children.

Since she reached the peak at 19,341 feet, she has re-envisioned the importance in the power of generosity.

Berta Medina is a Keynote Speaker, Professional Certified Coach, Author, and host of The Dreamers Succeed Podcast.

3:40 The proudest American she’s ever known.
6:29 Standing for the National Anthem and never standing again.
11:27 “What have you done with Berta.”
16:32 Praying for a cow and receiving two.
24:04 The journal of Kilimanjaro.
27:25 A gift in the hut made of mud.
32:12 Re-entry into the United States: “There’s no way I can do enough.”
33:28 The birth of Adventure Coaching.
36:26 Lessons from hang-gliding.
41:27 Can’t vs. Won’t: The misinterpretation of limits.
43:20 Being a serial passionista.
45:15 What’s the problem?
48:50 Breathing life into a child’s dreams.

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Ep 78- Tony Hofmann- Team Leadville "Endurance, Teamwork, & Grit"

Thu, 27 May 2021 07:27:47 -0400

Tony Hofmann is a West Point graduate, Qualified Army Ranger, and retired colonel of a 26 year career. He’s has completed over 40 marathons/ultras, including 12 (and counting) Boston Marathons as well as the legendary Leadville 100. He’s an author of the book- Embracing Grit.

He is the founder of Team Leadville focused on stopping veteran suicide and PTSD awareness. They finish as a team and everyone who has started the race has finished. Team Leadville has saved lives and raised over $216,000 and counting...

3:21 Legacy in a small town.
4:36 The turning point halfway through basic training.
7:35 No time for grief.
9:28 Eyeballing the what-ifs.
11:37 It wasn’t love at first sight.
16:49 The 100-mile transformation.
24:26 29 minutes to spare.
28:44 “Relentless forward progress.”
33:35 Purpose, endurance, teamwork, and grit.
38:27 Only as strong as the slowest runner.
41:57 Less than 7, but 14 of all.
45:14 Identity found in purpose.
48:05 How can I make a real difference?

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Ep 77- Dave Meltzer- Make Money, Help People, & Have Fun

Thu, 06 May 2021 17:32:10 -0400

Dave Meltzer is a 3x international best-selling author, a Top 100 Business Coach, and host of the entrepreneur podcast, The Playbook. He is the Executive Producer of the Bloomberg and Amazon television series 2 Minute Drill and also is the executive producer of Entrepreneur’s #1 digital business show, Elevator Pitch.

3:20 Doctor, lawyer, or failure.
4:43 Highlights from 2-Minute Drill.
6:03 Curiosity is a super power.
7:14 The interrupter, the waiter, and the true light-seekers.
9:11 The opposite of being at the bottom.
12:14 "Nothing to lose if you're all in."
14:26 The jacket without pockets.
20:58 Saying thank you for 30 days.
23:52 Gaining 1,000 wishes per day.
26:57 What interferes with with gratitude?
28:11 The three worlds of currency.
33:59 Worth and emotions attached to success.
35:32 "Can I learn to love everything I do?"
40:09 Dave's number one question and answer.

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Ep 76- David Novak- Only One Good Friend Away From Happiness

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 15:44:04 -0400

David Novak was the Former YUM brands CEO with over 45,000 restaurants in 135 different countries, while employing over 1 million people. He was also recognized as the 2012 CEO of the year. David has developed leaders at all ages through his family’s Lift-a-Life Foundation, Lead4Change, Global Game Changers and his Leadership Institute. He is also the author 3 books- including O GREAT ONE! A Little Story About the Awesome Power of Recognition. His Podcast is titled: How Leaders Lead

3:16 Shooting his age in golf.
6:11 Learning how to size people up.
10: 25 “You’re a really good marketing guy.”
15:30 Changing culture through rubber chickens, cheese heads, and teeth.
21:33 Why people leave companies.
24:42 The most powerful phrase.
27:55 Nice and tough.
29:41 Ingredients for growth and defining reality.
33:39 Growing or swelling.
36:37 The hot shot exercise.
39:48 Top 100 marketing failures of the United States.
46:33 More wins than losses.
48:11 The thing about cancer.
52:07 The 3x5 card exercise.
55:33 Developing a pipeline of leaders.

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Ep 75- Jason Cutter- From Order Taker To Quota Breaker

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 10:55:05 -0400

Jason Cutter has over 20 years in sales and is an inside sales coach. He is also a marine biologist who didn’t starting "formal sales” until age 27. He is the author of the book Selling with Authentic Persuasion: Transform from order taker to quota breaker. His podcast is titled The Authentic Persuasion show

Learn more about our guest Jason Cutter- at jasoncutter.com

3:10 Lessons from a car dealership.
5:25 Poking a 7,000lb shark.
9:04 Marine biology, tech, sales, and Afghanistan.
12:00 Using the mosaic of strengths.
13:30 Light bulbs and underdogs.
16:00 What most people lack.
18:53 Grasping abundance.
20:24 Survival tendencies.
23:19 Still getting punched 7 out of ten times.
24:46 “Sales is service.”
26:57 Sympathy and manipulation.
28:57 The pause.
33:22 Giving up all the power and control.
36:51 One trait that successful salespeople have.
39:27 “To” versus “for” and “with.”

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Ep 74- Rudy Sarzo- The Ripple Effect Of A Hinge Moment

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 14:19:22 -0400

Rudy Sarzo is a heavy metal bass guitarist. He has played and performed with bands such as Ozzy Osbourne, Quiet Riot, and White Snake, among others. He still tours today and has been touring since 1977. He was voted #1 Bassist in Circus Magazine. He is also the author of the book Off The Rails.

1:00 "Rob, I have to correct you."
4:52 No one believed in metal.
9:30 Noticing hard work and building connections.
12:00 Look the part, and don’t be a bad influence.
15:20 The bass player sleeping on the floor.
18:18 Every song comes from a spark.
20:07 “What doesn’t grow, dies.”
22:19 March 19, 1982.
31:52 Timeless tragedies and the ripple effect.
36:54“Overnight, I could talk to anyone.”
37:27 Surrendering life to God as long as his fingers keep moving.
40:50 Free will vs. God’s will.
42:13 Keeping up with Ozzy Osbourne.
49:13 Celebrating 23 years of sobriety.
51:39 “Tenacity according to God’s will.”

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Ep 73- Zach Miller- The Hinge of The JFK50

Thu, 25 Feb 2021 08:35:42 -0500

Zach Miller is a two-time winner of The North Face 50 and has won such races Madeira Island Ultra Trail Race, CCC, Lake Sonoma 50 miler, & the JFK 50. He is sponsored by North Face, Buff, Nathan, Gu, and Grand pa.org. A recent documentary by Billy Yang is titled Zach: In Relentless Pursuit Of His Best.

3:36 A mediocre start to running.
6:23 50 miles sounded “out there.”
8:36 On the start line with the best in the world.
11:46 “I just raced.”
17:46 When victory led to change.
21:38 Hard work, rejuvenation, and passion: Forming a niche.
24:53 Avoiding adventures to fit the plan.
27:43 Running without technology, being in the driver’s seat.
33:16 Showing up for the process.
39:23 “This little piece of life we’ve been given.”
42:39 Zach’s key questions to ask yourself.
44:04 Being a skeptic along the journey.
49:13 What would a fun athlete do?
53:40 80 percent of the population might hit this line.
57:25 Pushing all the way up to the physical limit with your mental game.
1:00:46 Finding the rhythm of UTMB.
1:07:13 Does it get you fired up? Add it to the calendar.
1:12:19 “All the little things.”

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Ep 72- Barry Zito- The Tale of Two World Series Rings

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 12:33:00 -0500

Barry Zito is a 2x world series champion, 2002 Cy Young winner, and talented musician. He was The Rhino on The Masked Singer. His book is titled: Curveball: How I discovered true fulfillment after chasing fame and fortune.

3:48 Performing as a masked rhino.
5:40 Taking lessons from the field to life today.
7:56 Taking credit for a curveball.
10:35 Staying on his side of the fence.
12:43 The challenge of repeating success.
14:20 The weight of 126 million dollars.
16:23 Staring out over the hills alone.
20:31 “Results are for other people.”
23:45 The echo of a thousand boo’s.
27:27 Transferring fame and fortune onto young talent.
30:25 Playing his own game within the game.
36:05 All the glory comes from being your best self.
38:18 Enjoying success without attachment.
41:10 Keeping identity and performance separate.
44:03 Going back in time with childlike wonder.
46:50 Following what's in his blood: continuing his music career.

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Ep 71- Kevin Kelley- The Coach Who Never Punts

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 16:25:55 -0500

Bill Belichick calls this coach " The best high-school coach in the nation." Kevin Kelley is head football coach at Pulaski Academy in Little Rock and has been featured on HBO Real Sports and Sports Illustrated. He was also USA Today national coach of the year. He has won 9 state championships & has a record of 216-29-1. His teams average over 500 yards a game. The best part is that coach Kelley never punts!

2:57 A memory from his childhood imprinted like a movie today.
5:47 Drawing on the strength of an 8-year old.
10:34 How will you feel in two weeks?
12:27 “Now, I get it.”
15:05 Someone counts on the least valued person.
18:50 Forming coach-athlete relationships.
20:47 Reasons to continue: taking yourself out of the moment.
29:04 Given self-esteem isn’t real self-esteem.
36:19 The “it” factor in youth athletes.
41:05 The nay-sayers test commitment.
43:03 “Was it worth it?”
46:39 Analyzing the process over the product throughout the season.
50:26 Having intent behind every single decision.
58:29 Kevin describes having a voice in football analytics.
1:05:04 What would happen if you took media away from football?
1:08:11 Common themes in winning and losing.
1:12:42 Kevin’s take on icing the kicker.
1:14:40 The greatest change in his philosophy.

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Ep 70- Suzanne Castle- Stuck is Never The Furthest You Can go.

Thu, 07 Jan 2021 21:44:07 -0500

Suzanne Castle works with leaders and companies helping them with creative solutions because stuck is never the furthest that you can go. As a child, and professional dancer, she was involved in film and theatre, when tragedy hit; her hinge moment.

4:42 “The kiss of death for a ballerina.”
7:53 Getting through, not getting better.
12:04 Wearing a different costume now.
12:30 How she decided to leave entertainment.
15:46 The role of faith during tragedy.
18:04 From ministry to coaching.
19:28 “Do you have a creator on your board?”
20:49 Overcoming being stuck.
24:50 Suzanne describes “the Ask Method.”
27:19 “What have you tried so far?”
28:22 Consider what’s best for the team.
29:46 Dreaming without attachments.
31:15 Teaching someone to juggle.
34:44 “Who do you want to be in 2021?”.
36:37 Suzanne suggests how we create better brains.

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Ep 69- Joel Goldberg- Rounding The Bases Of Relationships

Thu, 17 Dec 2020 15:42:59 -0500

Joel Goldberg has been a member of the Kansas City Royals television broadcast since 2008, serving as the host of every pregame and postgame show on FOX Sports Kansas City. Joel built a 25-year career developing and maintaining strong relationships and last three (3) years has hosted a weekly podcast called Rounding The Bases. His book is Small Ball- Big Results

2:39 Joel describes his book and effective story-telling.
6:15 What Albert Pujols taught Joel about relationships after 10 years.
12:23 Authenticity, genuine curiosity, and reading the room.
16:10 Joel reflects on working with Ned Yost.
20:01 Win or lose, there’s a job to do: Bring it everyday.
25:35 Process over product, and believe the process.
31:40 “I will not allow you to fail.”
38:36 Joel recalls spontaneous, meaningful interviews with 2 stars.
41:30 Eliminating distractions: “I’m not the guy.”
45:45 The question of purpose is forever evolving.

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Ep 68- Michele Graglia- 2020 Winner Moab 240- Don't Let Fear Interfere

Fri, 04 Dec 2020 09:34:27 -0500

In 2011, Michele Graglia, discovered his true passion resided far away from the cameras and jet-set lifestyle of a fashion model. he started his ultra-running career. He won his 1st race in 2012, which was everglades 50 miler. Since, he has been one of top ultra-distance runners winning numerous races.

In 2018, he won The Badwater 135, the race across Death Valley. And he ran the 600 miles setting a new Guinness World Record for the fastest crossing of Atacama Desert in Chile. Most recently, he won Moab 240 in a time of 61 hours, 43 minutes.

3:08 How chasing fulfillment saved his life. The Hinge Moment.
9:49 The fire alarm in New York City.
12:34 Find your inner child and play again.
15:14 What’s the driving force?
16:18 How he reconnected to himself.
18:38 The only way to rise back up.
19:53 “How good? I had no idea.”
22:28 The key to longevity in sport.
24:18 Racing: enjoy it for what it is.
26:37 We shouldn’t let the mind make decisions.
29:17 Moab 240: The new exploration is within.
32:23 Mickey recalls the highs and lows of Moab.
41:27 Detaching from David Goggins in the race.
42:49 Hitting the top of both mountains during the sunrise.
46:11 A moment of complete despair right before the end.
48:20 “It was so uplifting, I started running.”
51:05 The first step past the finish line.
55:12 Defining true mastery.
59:00 2020 for athletes & runners.
1:01:18 Mickey’s message to detach and get lost.
1:04:30 “Fear is a mental construct.”

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Ep 67- Nick Hardwick- Not As Good Today As I Will Be Tomorrow

Thu, 12 Nov 2020 17:49:00 -0500

Nick Hardwick was an 11 year, NFL center for the San Diego Chargers. He was a 2006 pro bowler and played in over 136 games. He snapped to two great quarterbacks, Drew Brees & Philip Rivers. Nick retired 2015 and this Purdue Boilermaker also has a podcast titled Finding Center.

2:37 5’4 and 125 pounds.
8:50 “I don’t know why they had an interest in me.”
13:16 The first pass-protection drill.
18:03 Getting the start in San Diego.
22:03 Disrupters in the dynasty.
31:37 Moments rather than losses.
39:49 Punching back: “prison mentality.”
43:45 Playing with Drew Brees and Phillip Rivers.
53:50 Vincent Van Gogh vs. a printing press.
55:14 “The urge to get better is strictly inside of you.”
58:18 30,000 hits.
1:01:28 The re-wire.
1:05:52 Get what you need and leave.
1:09:52 Seeking and pushing through the failure.
1:12:37 Viewing moments with honesty.

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66-Michael O'Brien - All Events are Neutral Until Labeled

Thu, 29 Oct 2020 15:48:50 -0400

Michael O'Brien is the Chief Shift Officer at Peloton Executive Coaching and helps leaders prevent bad moments from turning to a bad day. He has shared his personal transformational Last Bad Day story and leadership advice on the TEDx stage, with Fortune 500 companies, Entrepreneur, Fast Company, Real Simple, ABC, and NBC. Shift: creating better tomorrows winning at work and in life. https://www.michaelobrienshift.com/

3:00 Still remembering the screech of the brakes.

7:03 Arguing with reality.

11:18 The shift toward gratitude.

15:58 The patient’s work will pay off.

18:28 Know thyself.

22:33 “I thought I had to do more to be more.”

26:54 Be, do, have.

32:15 Coaching with a “better together” mindset.

35:09 What it all comes down to.

39:00 Time to be the student.

43:17 “By going slow, sometimes we go faster.”

46:32 Riding in the same peloton.

49:36 There’s more that brings us together.

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Ep 65- Brian Levenson- Shift Your Mind

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 07:18:57 -0400

Brian Levenson is the founder of Strong Skills, which provides executive coaching, speaking and consulting to elite organizations, performers and leaders. His podcast is titled Intentional Performers where he interviews a diverse group of elite high performers. He is the author of the new book- Shift Your Mind, 9 mental shifts to thrive in preparation and performance.

3:02 Displaying leadership with yourself and others.

5:16 Closing his eyes at lunch.

9:00 Creating space vs. performing.

12:00 Playing present and holding onto preparation.

14:17 Being intentional with your craft.

16:26 Perspectives on autonomy.

21:30 The story we tell ourselves… up until now.

26:20 Insights on book writing: reading between the lines.

31:24 Strength and personality in long term goals.

38:51 Leveraging instinct.

43:07 Ignoring the second brain.

47:03 “Space is where free will lives.”

49:09 The resilience equation.

52:37 A time to be a victim, survive, and thrive.

56:12 Peanut allergies: gains from adversity.

60:06 NBA athletes experimenting with success.

65:10 Selfishness for selflessness.

68:40 The best advice he’s ever received.

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Ep 64- JD Gershbein- I'm Auditioning For The Role Of Me

Thu, 01 Oct 2020 19:52:39 -0400

JD Gershbein is a coach, consultant, and business strategist. He's founder and CEO of Owlish Communications, a consultancy focused on thought leadership development and LinkedIn strategy!

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3:10 Living in the medical school shadow.

8:15 After plan A, where is plan B?

11:41 Answering the leadership call.

15:04 The biggest call and the biggest gig.

18:30 “We’re pressed to be storytellers.”

22:09 Taking pages out of improv comedy’s book.

26:19 The unique dynamic of LinkedIn.

28:20 Pitfalls of the “spray and pray.”

32:56 The definition of thought leadership.

35:05 Rolling up the sleeves and positioning yourself toward results.

39:01 JD shares what’s next as a social scientist.

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Ep 63- Luke Tyburski- The Mental Toughness of The Calendar Club

Fri, 18 Sep 2020 07:16:29 -0400

Luke Tyburski is an endurance athlete, coach, speaker, and Aussie. His documentary is titled " The Ultimate Triathlon" and his book is titled Chasing Extreme. His show is Luke's Lowdown Podcast. He has done some amazing feats, including the #calendarclub which is running that day of the month. Hence 1 mile-day 1, and so on.

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4:04 “Why?”

10:28 Day 1: Just show up.

13:40 Setting intentions early on.

16:35 How to achieve success on a daily basis.

19:10 Making recovery work through pausing and stillness.

24:49 Conquering day 24 with one foot in front of the other.

30:53 How to use pain to focus.

33:33 Finding a way rather than quitting.

37:22 “What am I willing to risk to achieve this?”

39:30 The essential piece to tough challenges.

42:53 Day 26 and the breakdown.

45:43 Moving forward, Luke would run more.

48:25 Mentally recovering after training.

49:58 Day 31: What did the finish look like?

54:40 What remains after running 500 miles a month.

57:00 “I choose discomfort.”

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Ep- 62- Daniel Kelly- Whatever It Takes To Be An NFL Scout

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 09:18:18 -0400

As a 17-year old, his parents bought him the book Secrets of an NFL Scout. From there, he’d tell his classmates, he was going to be an NFL scout and he did. Here is his story. Author of the book whatever it takes.

3:30 Obsessed with a future career.

4:25 Total leap of faith: Putting in all he had.

8:39 The first call back.

10:05 Lessons from the best coaches in the NFL.

11:11 Paying attention to ideas and people.

14:10 Progressing forward one step at a time.

16:16 “Impossible is only a mindset.”

17:43 The most critical piece to team success.

19:40 A scout’s perspective: analyzing the intangibles.

21:59 The type of players to watch.

23:45 “It factor” facade.

28:12 Every teams’ defining moment.

29:34 “It’s everything to me.”

31:47 Daniel’s favorite athlete.

34:00 Decisions based on faith.

35:05 Faith, trust, and what’s next.

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Ep 61- Caroline Mohr- The Time Left With Both My Legs

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 10:48:25 -0400

Caroline Mohr- The Time Left With My Two Legs.

In 2011 Caroline achieved her dream of playing golf professionally.

Only two months later she survived an earthquake in New Zealand. Just over a month after the natural disaster, she was diagnosed with cancer of her knee, after which she had to amputate her leg to survive.

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3:05 From a hamster wheel to progress: gaining new perspectives.

4:25 “I’ve never felt the earth be so powerful.”

8:27 A heroic connection made before the quake.

10:52 Hit with another shake.

13:35 “This is the time I have left with my two legs.”

16:35 Showing up with responsibility and trust.

17:55 Trust built on the courage to rebuild.

19:31 New visions for her life: childlike imagination.

21:40 Drawing on mental training.

22:13 “The comeback was the first time I didn’t focus on the results.”

26:26 Horses can only look forward.

30:53 How to tap into your power.

33:05 Caroline’s golden question.

35:15 First the seed, then the gift.

36:25 Feed your thoughts to play full out.

42:21 How attractive is your outcome?

45:18 The painful cost of staying comfortable.

51:30 “What’s next?”

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Ep 60- Eddie Robinson- There is a Bright Light At The End of The Pandemic

Thu, 06 Aug 2020 01:39:00 -0400

Eddie Robinson Is Currently the Senior Pastor at Christ Memorial Temple. Attended Lamar University in Beaumont, TX on a basketball scholarship. Played basketball professionally in Sydney, Australia and joined the Dallas Mavericks in 2003. Then stepped away from sports in 2004, became a youth pastor in 2005.

2:51 Different mindset, same pursuit: his hinge moment.

10:20 Life after a pivotal moment.

13:30 Believing vs. trusting in God’s plan.

19:00 Walking through the doors of his calling.

22:15 “What’s going to help my ministry?”

25:00 Letting go of the old control of a point guard.

29:45 Sacrificing, striving, and remembering.

36:29 Taking hands off the wheel.

38:45 “He never left.”

41:45 There’s a bright light at the end of the tunnel.

43:45 Common questions.

47:42 The protection of sports.

49:18 What’s coming after the pandemic.

54:23 Balancing family life and personal passions.

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Ep-59 Scott Fawcett- Golf is Like Shooting a Shotgun, The Mental Toughness To Change The Game.

Wed, 22 Jul 2020 07:22:09 -0400

Scott Fawcett is the creator of the DECADE decade golf system whose system has transformed the game of golf to make better players at all levels. D.E.C.A.D.E. has helped winners at all levels, PGA Tour, LPGA, Mini-tour, champions tour, ncaa champions, etc.

3:00 The most consistent golfer no one is talking about.

10:00 The “cancel culture” and finding common ground.

15:10 “Golf is more like shooting a shotgun.”

17:42 Playing the edges of the green.

20:32 90% of the highest golf scores reflect quitting.

21:22 Optimal performance with high emotions.

24:03 How do you evaluate gains in golf?

27:24 “No statistic tells us much on its own.”

31:16 Accidental meditation.

38:39 Recognize rumination while playing.

41:13 You against you: there is no opponent in golf.

44:13 Managing expectations.

45:26 The biggest misconception about strategy.

49:15 Fairways: PGA or LPGA?

51:23 Everyone is an expert on something.

55:12 Information before motivation.

57:18 The purpose of Scott’s work.

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Ep 58- Frank Agin- Jabs, punches, and good conversations

Fri, 03 Jul 2020 13:11:50 -0400

Frank Agin is a master connector. He's the founder and president of AmSpirit Business Connections, where he works to empower entrepreneurs, sales representatives and professionals around the country to become more successful through networking. http://www.frankagin.com/

3:35 “It is so easy to promote other people.”

5:51 Our rational and survival brain, and the ability to connect.

7:24 Fear, trust, and human development.

8:40 The simplicity of conversations.

9:43 Jabs, punches, and good conversations.

11:50 The game plan in exiting a conversation.

12:50 The one thing Frank never says when he walks out of an event.

15:01 Introduction strategies: build up both people.

15:47 What mental toughness looks like everyday.

18:35 October 15, 1983.

21:45 Turning away from discouragement.

24:10 “It’s not supposed to be easy.”

25:03 Strategies for the long haul.

26:35 “There’s no competition for excellence.”

28:48 The daily task that took him from 0 to 15 franchisees.

32:15 The difference between low and high value activities.

35:10 Everyday is a competition.

38:02 How faith guides his business.

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Ep 57- James Mayo- No is The Normal, Yes is Success

Thu, 18 Jun 2020 03:35:00 -0400

James Mayo Is Co-Founder of SOS Hydration. It is medically developed and one packet is as effective as an IV Drip. A former short distance runner and entrepreneur, SOS Hydration has made an impact for healthcare workers during the pandemic.

:28 Born in a winery, influenced by medicine.

5:16 The only way to be all-in is to resign.

7:06 The British Army, professional running, and gut decisions.

12:25 Helicopters saluting.

13:19 “No is the normal, yes is success.”

15:48 Sending one green sneaker.

20:07 SOS as the element of success.

22:47 The important 75 percent.

25:30 The one ingredient James intentionally left out.

29:47 SOS and 300 hospitals.

34:16 Looking toward the horizon.

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Ep 56- Taylor Tannebaum- Betting On Yourself Is Crucial For Mental Toughness

Thu, 04 Jun 2020 02:00:00 -0400

Taylor Tannebaum is a sports anchor for WTHR in Indianapolis. She focuses on Professional sports, Colts, Pacers, Racing, and the Big Ten. Prior to Indy, she extensively covered the SEC at WTVY in Dothan and WHNT in Huntsville, Alabama.

3:10 Sports, media, and negativity.

7:50 Type it out and delete it.

10:16 “Everything is my own.”

14:27 Reporting in SEC country.

16:20 Betting on herself to report in Indianapolis.

19:28 Trusting her gut for a new challenge.

20:20 “I am the person for this job.”

22:43 Interviewing athletes: the key is really listening.

23:16 Making chicken salad out of chicken scratch.

25:25 In it for the wrong reasons.

27:28 Listening, paying attention, and being seen.

29:16 Doing the story justice.

30:19 Off the record.

33:30 Taylor’s favorite interviewees.

34:49 Pivot at a moment’s notice.

37:01 Starting small and going where the job is.

38:44 Taylor’s role models.

40:06 What sports can do that nothing else can.

42:01 Signed jerseys, parades, and childhood memories.

43:44 “Is it worth it?”

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Ep 55- Dr. Bhrett McCabe- The Way Out Of A Pandemic is Through...

Mon, 18 May 2020 11:11:31 -0400

Dr. Bhrett McCabe is a clinical psychologist and one of the best in the business of performance enhancement. He owns and is founder of The Mindside and has worked with University of Alabama and multiple PGA Tour players. His podcast is titled: The Secret To Winning and his book is titled: The MindSide Manifesto.

3:00 Surrounded by greatness: getting a phD in baseball.
7:45 Injury, hypnotherapy, and mechanics.
12:20 Creating outcomes vs. preventing mistakes.
14:00 The catalyst to Bhrett’s success.
15:00 Mono, night class, and the beginnings of his future.
19:44 When his professor sat back and smiled.
26:18 Three simple words that make all the difference.
28:20 World-class expertise and spite.
31:00 The 70% left behind during the pandemic.
34:32 “Life stress does not need to be diagnosed.”
36:36 Nixing stress for the long run.
38:28 From threat to connection: our constant evolution.
40:25 Three 3 phases of getting through the unknown.
43:02 What’s our goal?
44:55 Purpose in suffering and winning at something.
48:00 “I was fascinated by the pursuit.”
52:39 Breaking down the formula to success.
55:13 The best of the best do these two things.
59:45 “What do you really like?”

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Ep 54- Why "Keep Attacking" Is The Motto For Mental Toughness

Thu, 07 May 2020 03:30:00 -0400

Phil Wallin is the owner and performance specialist of Diesel fitness They train multiple MLB All-Stars such as Andrew McCutchen, Pedro Alvarez, and Starlin Castro, and consult with a number of NFL, NBA, NHL, PGA, LPGA, and professional soccer players. Follow on Instagram

3:05 Taking a risk and getting uncomfortable.

5:45 The other side of leaving home.

8:00 Grit breeds the elite.

10:48 Lessons learned from early coaching jobs.

13:40 The journey to entrepreneurship.

16:11 Mental toughness: consistent hard work and confidence.

19:40 Staying dialed into the process.

21:30 What athletes need: "a holistic approach."

26:00 “When the times are uncertain, what do you have? Your mind and your body.”

28:27 Two possible outcomes: better or worse.

30:39 Once you get to the top it’s time to go back to work.

35:17 Expansion and authenticity: Phil’s high points.

39:32 Hands in ice water: how Dr. Bell and Phil met.

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Ep 53 Jeff Vierling- Tailwind Nutrition and the Sweet Taste of Helping Others

Fri, 17 Apr 2020 17:02:10 -0400

Jeff Vierling is the CEO of Tailwind Nutrition. Tailwind combines complete fuel, hydration, and electrolytes in a tasty drink that won’t turn your stomach into a brick. ALL YOU NEED, ALL DAY. REALLY. Tailwind will match every donation to support every hospital!

4:11 Jeff shares his hinge moment and the creation of Tailwind Nutrition.

6:22 The hinge moment in creating his business.

8:34 His perspective on entrepreneurship: “Just show up at the start line.”

11:08 “It didn’t happen overnight.” Jeff details the journey of creating his product.

16:04 The next step is helping athletes all around the world.

18:19 The overlap in being an endurance athlete and a business owner.

20:24 “Entrepreneurship is a solo sport.”

22:47 “Pushing a boulder uphill” in business.

24:10 Adapting to the needs of the customers.

25:59 How COVID-19 has affected his business.

29:27 Bringing Tailwind Nutrition into hospitals.

31:48 Persevering as a team through the pandemic.

35:05 Jeff’s view on exercise during the quarantine.

37:15 The importance of using a virtual platform to remain connected.

39:09 Problems are opportunities, not obstacles.

41:28 Jeff’s drive for community engagement.

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Ep 52- Scott Stallings- The Mental Toughness of Transforming Your “Entire” Self.

Wed, 08 Apr 2020 17:06:12 -0400

Scott is a 3x PGA Tour winner, father, and husband. Scott was one of my first mini-tour clients and had the pleasure of coaching him through his 1st PGA Tour victory. He keeps getting tougher throughout the years and we discussed his transformation and overall grit and mindset, especially during the Pandemic. You'll love it!

2:45 What mental toughness means for Scott, especially during a pandemic.

5:53 “We’re only going to make decisions on what we KNOW.”

10:16 What time in the gym means to Scott.

15:14 Scott shares his hinge moment with his health.

24:12 The turning point and his priorities beyond golf.

26:22 How Scott is using his platform to share his story.

29:50 “Its about you and what you put out.”

32:06 Giving kids the opportunity to play golf through his initiatives.

38:03 Scott’s advice for young golfers: “This game owes you nothing.”

40:01 Mindset dictates outcomes.

41:04 “Golf is the only sport in the world where you can do everything right and get a bad result.”

45:49 Scott’s perspective on starting with the hard stuff first.

49:10 The benefits of asking people what they’re working on.

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Ep 51- Vasavi Kumar- The Mental Toughness of "What is your worst fear?"

Wed, 25 Mar 2020 15:27:00 -0400

Vasavi Kumar is a licensed therapist, coach, and speaker. From mental illness, divorce, addiction, and ultimately recovery, Vasavi is the epitome of Mental Toughness. Listen to her story and you'll have some amazing take-a-ways.

3:14 Vasavi and her Hinge moment of rehab.

7:27 “I felt very small.”

9:15 Removing masks: Reconciling insecurities.

12:13 Vasavi details how she got to know her own mind.

14:30 The role of her higher power.

16:59 Is rock bottom necessary?

18:18 Vasavi shares her experiences in growing up in two different cultures.

22:00 “Who am I is who I choose to be.”

26:22 The most valuable conversations we have are with ourselves.

30:32 Working out of abundance versus fear.

36:16 Vasavi’s goal for clients: Start listening to yourself again.

39:33 How to share openly and be confident in it.

41:39 Looking back on her hardest moments.

42:52 Vasavi shares her brief feeling of success: Say “Thank you.”

47:25 Worst fear: Not being enough.

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Ep 50- Donald Scott- The Mental Toughness Of A Triple Jump Champion

Fri, 06 Mar 2020 18:22:00 -0500

Donald Scott is the USATF 2017, 2018 & 2019 Triple Jump Champion. The 2020 USA Olympic Team is the goal! Scott attended Eastern Michigan University (EMU), where he earned a degree in criminal justice as well as 9 MAC titles!

2:43 Donald shares details of how his life changed at twelve years old.

7:30 Memories of his mindset changing.

9:20 "It takes adversity to push a person." How his upbringing affects him today.

11:07 Having his own family while training.

11:53 Donald shares emotional moments leading up to the World Championships.

17:18 Competing despite suffering a loss.

20:33 Reflecting on who he competed for.

22:27 The best part of what he does.

24:03 Mental toughness needed in the triple jump.

26:00 His mental cues the day of a competition.

28:48 "Follow your own process."

30:02 How his faith guides him to his goals.

31:10 "Slow dance in the air." Donald describes the triple jump.

33:34 Current goal: Make the Olympics.

35:46 Donald's takeaway message: set goals high and enjoy our own journey.

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Ep 49- Albert Jennings- Mental Toughness From A Child Golf Phenom

Thu, 20 Feb 2020 13:02:00 -0500

Albert Jennings never lost a golf tournament from ages 10-15, becoming one of the best young golfers in the world. He wore long pants as a child because he was going to be the next "Tiger Woods." He was a Phenom. Hear his story and lessons learned. He is now an awesome golf coach! Visit him at https://golfstudy.co/

3:18 Albert recalls his early memories of golf: not winning from ages 5-10.

6:07 Why he wore long pants during tournaments as a kid.

6:47 When he first began comparing himself to Tiger Woods.

8:50 How his pride and identity was influenced by success at a young age.

12:25 Balancing confidence with being realistic.

13:50 What Albert remembers from going to Oklahoma State in 8th grade.

15:38 Albert reflects on early memories, "Could something have been done differently?"

17:13 Albert's expectations of himself. "My golf world got bigger."

21:09 Teaching young golfers how to not internalize "bad" shots.

22:08 Goal-setting for young golfers.

23:21 When the spiral began to happen.

25:34 "What do you have confidence in?" Albert's race car analogy.

27:04 Albert shares how young athletes need more credit.

28:33 Albert talks about the precedent that was set with his dad as a young golfer.

32:40 Albert describes parenting in golf.

34:45 Albert shares a recent example of what being over-invested in results as a parent looks like.

39:20 Putting the parent-child relationship above the success in sport.

44:03 Taking kids to a theme park: an analogy on pursuing high-level golf.

49:41 How to be successful in golf: know the game and know yourself.

53:53 Albert asks, "What's the best way for kids to learn?"

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Ep 48- Martin Rooney- Coach To Coach: How To Be A Great Leader

Sun, 09 Feb 2020 06:59:42 -0500

Coaching isn’t something you do TO someone. Coaching is something you do WITH someone.
Great coaches don’t light fires UNDER people. They light fires INSIDE of them.
And great coaches aren’t BORN…they’re MADE!

An Empowering story about how to be a Great Leader

Get the Latest Book from world-renown Coach, Author, and Speaker Martin Rooney

1:50 Martin Rooney introduces himself.
3:22 Martin discusses the "time-problem diagnosis."
7:05 How to do a distraction-detox.
9:20 Being a builder for yourself and others.
12:45 The mission of Martin's book: make the world of coaches better.
16:38 Martin walks through a story in his book on growing as a coach.
21:36 One major takeaway from the book: "What gets rewarded gets repeated."
23:30 How kids today need to be coached.
24:28 Incentives for getting the book before the March 10th launch date.
27:21 Martin's main question for maintaining discipline.
29:57 "The word, 'coach' doesn't mean it's over, it means it's just starting."

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Ep 47- Lisa Tamati- A Relentless Mental Toughness Saves Her Mum

Thu, 23 Jan 2020 12:38:47 -0500

Lisa Tamati is an ultra-endurance athlete and coach. Racing everywhere from the Sahara, to the Gobi, to Death Valley to the Himalayas. She has also had to overcome many obstacles in her personal life from losing two babies to bringing back her mum after an aneurysm left her with major brain damage, to getting through a divorce and financial ruin to rebuild her life. Her new book is titled: Relentless- How a mother and daughter defied the odds.

3:31 How she defines mental toughness: "water against stone."

5:00 Lisa describes her worst Ultra race.

11:33 Her previous mentality on failure.

13:18 When her mindset began to change.

16:45 How Lisa uses transparency as a way to connect to others.

19:42 Staying relentless in finding a cure for her mother.

22:14 "I don't believe in comfortable."

29:51 How resilience and ignoring doubt led her to success.

31:22 Taking one step after another: what Ultra running taught her.

32:02 Staying patient on the way to the end goal.

33:13 "The tougher things get, the smaller the focus needs to be."

34:19 A story on how fears are false beliefs in the mind.

36:49 How a traumatic loss reshaped her perspective and mentality.

42:05 How expressing emotions helped her and her husband work through loss.

43:51 Lisa shares thoughts and stories on how to access our full potential.

46:03 Proving people wrong as fuel after getting out of an abusive relationship.

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Ep 46- John O'Sullivan- Every Moment Matters

Sun, 05 Jan 2020 06:24:00 -0500

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John O’Sullivan is an internationally known TEDx speaker and the founder of the Changing the Game Project. Author of two #1 Bestselling books and leading youth sports blogger. The host of the Way of Champions Podcast, one of the top-rated podcasts in the world for coaches

3:04 John shares how people remember what we say.
6:15 What coaches need to work on most.
10:34 John discusses one of his coaching techniques.
13:20 "Coach the person, not the sport."
14:15 John defines "kind versus wicked" sports.
17:20 The ideal ratio between blocked and random practice.
20:15 The behavioral differences between males and females in sport.
24:07 Different coaching strategies for male and female athletes.
26:50 Examples of praising styles from coach Anson Dorrance.
29:15 Dominance and finding equilibrium in male and female sports.
30:17 John discusses his "Never Never's" in coaching.
33:46 John shares the story of the "Goldmine Effect."
38:16 "Talent needs trauma" adversity as fuel to success.
41:02 Managing parental expectations of young athletes.
42:59 The most important skills in a successful coaching.
44:31 John ends with his favorite coaching quote.

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Ep 45- Dre Baldwin- Mental Toughness Needed to Work On Your Game

Thu, 05 Dec 2019 12:24:31 -0500

Dre Baldwin went from his high school team's bench to the first contract of a 9-year professional basketball career. Dre's daily Work On Your Game Podcast has over 1,200 episodes and 2 million downloads. Dre has given 4 TED Talks on Discipline, Confidence, Mental Toughness & Personal Initiative and has authored 22 books. A Philadelphia native and Penn State alum, Dre lives in Miami.

4:55 Dre's original vision.

6:37 Recalling how this vision progressed in high school.

9:00 It's not about how you compete, but what you compete against.

10:51 His transition into college basketball and earning a starting spot.

12:02 A turning point in his freshman year.

13:00 The day he left basketball.

14:21 "Have real conversations with yourself."

15:21 His main motivation to prove himself.

16:06 How mentality separates athletes.

17:09 The driving force that kept him going: long races.

19:16 The two options when failure strikes.

20:57 "Reality is negotiable." How to change your story.

21:33 His journey to play basketball internationally.

24:57 How he developed to who he is today while playing overseas.

26:43 How being able to teach skills separated him from the other guys.

27:36 Dre describes how his videos on mentality became the foundation for his book.

29:35 When his career began to take off.

32:19 Why he believes teaching is his strength.

33:40 Dre explains how disappointments are actually beneficial to helping others.

35:01 His definition of mental toughness.

35:56 "Replaying the bad movies." Being conscious of your thoughts.

38:55 The importance of knowing the story you tell yourself.

40:11 "You are not subject to reality, you are the creator of reality."

41:01 Perspective can move you into action.

42:13 How the process is more important than the product.

44:32 "As long as you're alive, you're a work in progress."

46:40 Finding meaning in the work it takes to achieve goals.

48:29 The difference between becoming pro and staying at the current level: talent.

51:27 "Don't be fooled by what you see on TV."

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Ep 44- Maggie Guterl- First Woman To Win The Toughest Race Ever

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 14:15:53 -0500

Maggie Guterl is the toughest runner alive. She is not the fastest, but she has the strongest will. She is a brand ambassador and marketing specialist of Tailwind nutrition. An Ultra-runner, she was the winner of Big's Backyard Ultra, and thus the winner. This race is so brutal, it has only one finisher!

4:24 Her thought process before running 60 hours straight.
6:03 How she believed in her "don't quit" mindset.
7:45 Preparing for any scenario in a race.
9:32 The hardest training session that helped her prepare for the race.
11:08 Focusing on herself instead of her competition.
12:30 Staying in the game by believing in winning.
13:24 The toughest part of the race.
14:22 How Maggie passes the time while running.
15:20 Verbal cues to stay in peak performance.
16:05 Why races are a team effort.
19:30 "Running for an entire gender."
21:26 How stubbornness is useful in running.
23:07 Maggie's best mental skill: being all-or-nothing.
24:00 The definition of mental toughness.
26:28 ''If your heart's not in the training, then it's not good training."
27:26 Maggie's hinge moment.
30:48 Tough moments before finding running.
32:29 "Question your motives."
33:41 Doubtful people that pushed her harder.
35:00 "Because I can, I feel like I should."
37:45 Finding meaning in her suffering.
40:19 Maggie reflects on her experiences with the Barkley race.
44:34 The benefits of having a crew at the Barkley race.
45:46 Maggie's mindset for achievement.
47:14 A message to young runners: "Don't compare yourself to anyone else."

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EP 43- Donita Walters- Mental Toughness of Being Struck By A Car

Thu, 07 Nov 2019 14:36:37 -0500

Donita Walters is a high-school teacher and swim coach. As a swim coach, she has coached many at the national level and the Olympic Games in Rio. She is an avid cyclist and her goal is to ride coast-coast across the united states, a total of over 3700 miles. She had ridden close to 5000 miles as her training for this epic journey when her hinge moment occurred...

3:30 Donita getting hit by a car.
6:42 Donita describes the details of her cycling accident.
9:45 Her first true memory after being hit.
10:35 The significant people involved in her rehabilitation process.
14:12 Her mindset and faith during recovery.
16:45 The power of prayer: truly the only way I survived.
17:45 How having an athletic mindset transformed her healing process.
20:34 Our difficulty lies in how we see our injury.
23:42 The perspectives and gratitude gained as a result of her injury.
25:25 Meeting the woman who struck her with her car: I wanted to be able to help her.
27:38 Donita describes how this incident made her a better person in all areas of her life.
28:34 I am where I am right now because of this accident.
28:56 Donita gives examples of how her coaching has changed.
31:45 The questions she asked herself while laying in the hospital bed.
32:21 The parallels between coaching and her recovery.
33:29 The positive changes that have been made for her swim team.
34:13 Looking at her athletes as a whole with empathy and compassion.
36:01 The life lessons from sports are more important than the wins and losses.
38:18 Donita's advice to parents.
39:29 Continuing to bike after her accident.
41:37 Her daily biking goal now: go faster.
45:21 Where I am today would not have happened without thousands of people.

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Ep 42-Paul Higgins- The Required Mental Toughness Of A Solopreneur

Wed, 23 Oct 2019 12:59:00 -0400

Paul Higgins is a Community Builder, Mentor and Podcaster for Soloprenuers. Paul worked for Coca-Cola for 18 years running multi-million dollar divisions. In 2011, Paul had a kidney transplant in February 2019. He left due to an inherited condition and set up his own startups to suit his lifestyle. His best mate was the live donor. Paul has an infectious personality and is always giving first. You can find out more at www.buildlivegive.com where he has mentored 100’s of Soloprenuers to achieve success.

4:40 Paul illustrates a series of moments leading to his hinge moment.

8:10 Questions he asked himself when finding his true pursuit.

9:26 Recommendations for being a “solo-preneur”.

10:50 True mental toughness is brought to light when starting a company.

11:25 Three key principles he uses to help solo-preneurs.

12:13 “Time is everything.” Value your time and be efficient with technology.

13:15 Know your “ideal client.”

13:36 Pay yourself before paying others.

13:56 Sell and promote your services with confidence.

14:17 Surround yourself with a strong team for support.

15:20 Using dialysis as a time to work.

16:45 “What’s the best outcome I can achieve out of this?”

17:05 The perspective he gained from living with an illness.

18:45 Running a business despite personal health struggles.

20:30 His near-death experience and what it taught him.

22:12 The backstory of how his best friend became his kidney donor.

25:18 The three questions he asks himself before bed each night.

29:00 Paul’s view of mental toughness.

32:45 Being curious and proactive; a top mentality of successful business-owners.

34:00 The biggest mistake people make in starting a business.

35:25 How to create LinkedIn posts and grow your network.

38:36 All the people who doubted Paul’s ability.

40:37 The five drives discussed in Paul’s book.

41:06 “Working more doesn’t make more money.”

45:25 Final piece of advice: “use the disaster scale.”

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Ep 41- Devan Kline- The Culture of Burn Boot Camp Builds Mental Toughness

Sat, 05 Oct 2019 15:44:19 -0400

Devan Kline, former San Francisco Giants baseball player turned Co-Founder and CEO of Burn Boot Camp. One of the fastest-growing franchises in the US, because of his passion and enthusiasm for helping people achieve more than they ever thought possible. Recently he released his new book "Stop Starting Over!"

2:22 Devan Kline’s introduction.
4:20 How he’s changing the fitness industry.
5:30 Burn Bootcamp’s mission: “champion the underdog.”
7:15 The common mindset in the individuals he helps.
9:30 “We were built on culture.”
10:56 The one person who believed in his mission.
11:55 Mental toughness: knowing the threshold of what you can control.
13:42 “I put my problems in perspective.”
14:40 Prepare for challenges on the way to the top.
17:20 How Devan’s past taught him to focus on gratitude.
20:15 Using past hurt as fuel for today.
22:18 “I’m coming for everything they said I couldn’t have.”
24:18 How important is it to have someone discourage you?
26:26 Pairing intrinsic and extrinsic motivations.
27:08 Devan shares his hinge moment.
31:48 When Devan hosted the first camp up with Burn Boot camp.
34:10 The power of visualizing your success.
36:21 “Your life is won or lost with the thoughts that you allow yourself to believe.”
37:39 How setting intentions is like following the North Star.
40:11 Walking the tightrope that separates who you are with who you want to be.

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Ep 40- Sandy Zimmerman- The First Mom to Hit The Buzzer on American Ninja Warrior

Thu, 19 Sep 2019 18:51:49 -0400

Wait until you hear THIS Killer story from Sandy Zimmerman! Mental Strength and sharing your story!! Dream Big Dreams!

This 43-year-old mother of three from Spokane, has been a Physical Education teacher for 20 years. Oldest woman and first mom to ever complete the American Ninja Warrior course. Played Division 1 basketball at Gonzaga University. A Former national judo champion.

3:48 How Sandy became inspired to do American Ninja Warrior.
6:33 Sandy’s passion for sport, and what competing means to her.
8:03 Grit, determination, and persistence: the life lessons that Ninja teaches.
8:37 Watching her child learn the power of persistence through training.
10:54 Sandy’s big goal: overcome self-doubt.
13:01 Sandy describes the day she won American Ninja Warrior.
16:30 How Sandy navigated the shame in her childhood.
21:01 Trauma does not define her.
24:46 Sandy defines mental toughness.
27:50 The role that faith has played in Sandy’s journey.
31:15 Sandy’s hinge moment: “You could go to the Olympics.”
34:46 How she began dreaming big dreams in basketball.
36:10 “I could change my family tree with this sport.”
38:21 Part of success is having people on the journey with you.
39:25 Sandy describes her spontaneous two-hour move as a child.
42:50 How her love of judo translated to basketball.
44:33 Sandy recalls the role that basketball played in her life.
46:15 “You’re not good enough.”
47:44 The impact of a severe injury on the way to play Division I basketball.
49:12 “I found joy in the thought of proving all those people wrong.”
50:42 Mental toughness is a learned skill.
52:40 The power of hope and making small strides each day.

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Ep 39- Drumming Great, Kenny Aronoff- Mental Toughness Means Not Going Home

Wed, 04 Sep 2019 03:02:00 -0400

Kenny Aronoff has played drums professionally with everybody!

Kenny began his rock career touring and performing with John Mellencamp for 17 years! When Mellencamp decided to take time off, Kenny was motivated to embark on his own. He fulfilled a lifelong goal–and became a sought-after session drummer, as well as a touring drummer.

Today, Kenny Aronoff spends his time touring, recording in the studio, and teaching people how to embrace adversity and gain confidence in their personal and professional lives.

3:50 Mental toughness and drumming.

6:09 Kenny shares an example of working hard from a place of love.

9:47 Both discipline and compassion can create results.

12:06 “Observe yourself from a distance.”

13:23 Kenny’s “red light”: not performing to his highest ability.

15:30 Kenny’s resiliency while working with John Mellencamp and how he stayed on with the band!

18:06 “It’s not about you, it’s about the song.”

20:06 Three characteristics Kenny attributes to his success.

20:37 “People are feeling creatures.”

21:10 The details Kenny paid attention to when observing others.

22:22 Kenny’s new business model: less is more.

23:06 How it felt to have a setback early on in his career.

23:55 Kenny shares small ways he drastically took his work to a new level.

28:33 Kenny shares a story how he began working with Bob Dylan.

32:20 Authenticity and trusting your gut.

34:29 Kenny shares a conversation between him and Bill Clinton about Monica Lewinsky.

36:22 Kenny’s goal: make people feel comfortable.

38:02 Lessons on being a high achiever from John Fogarty.

41:30 Why Kenny chose Indiana over Jerusalem.

45:37 “I took possibility over certainty.”

47:58 Performance is driven by doing what you love.

48:50 Kenny’s motto.

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Ep 38- Coach Dan Hawkins- A White Hot Vision Of Mental Toughness

Thu, 15 Aug 2019 02:42:00 -0400

“Coach Hawk” is currently in his third year as the Head Football Coach of UC Davis.

Dan guided the FCS program to the 2018 Big Sky Championship and the program to its first ever FCS playoff appearance, making it to the national quarterfinals. He was awarded the both the 2018 Big Sky coach of the year, and the 2018 Eddie Robinson FCS national coach of the year. A veteran American Football coach of over 35 years, he has coached at every level of gridiron from youth through professional American football. After Boise State Hawk had stints as a head Coach at the University of Colorado, and professionally with the Montreal Alouettes in the CFL. Coach Hawk also served years as a color analyst for ESPN college football, traveling the country commentating, watching, learning, and evaluating many American football programs. He is proud of his 37 years of marriage to his soul mate Misti, his four adult children, and his spectacular eight grandchildren, all under 10. Hawk has climbed to Everest Base Camp, walked the 750 km Camino de Santiago in Spain, swam with the great white sharks and whale sharks, and skydived.

Dan Hawkins table of contents

4:05 Dan shares the mental toughness required of a coach.
5:51 “Must be able to keep your feet on the fire.”
7:20 “Being open to learning.” How Dan has changed through years of coaching.
8:53 Dan notes how the world of football has shifted throughout the years.
10:40 The importance of leaving our comfort zones.
11:32 Dan shares his skydiving visualization.
17:37 Dan reflects on how a job setback benefited him in the long run.
18:14 Dan describes how he overcame a difficult time in his career.
19:50 Questions Dan asked himself to move forward.
22:58 Dan on advice he would give to other coaches.
26:11 “It’s all about raising the bar.”
27:05 How Dan is able to make adjustments along his route toward success.
30:30 Dan shares his thoughts on specific game strategies.
32:06 “It’s about playing to win.”
33:27 How his athletes play with high energy the entire game.
35:58 Dan highlights the importance of positive feedback in coaching.
37:06 Dan describes his hinge moment.
41:06 Dan shares how he uses his setbacks as a way to guide his athletes through difficult situations.
43:12 The role that parents play in an athletes’ development.
46:19 How he works with parents on being the best support for their kids.
49:05 When Dan learned to come up with his own solutions to the problems he faced.
51:03 “Life’s not fair and neither is football.”
53:07 Dan’s ultimate advice to parents on failures in sport.
56:03 Dan shares what drives him the most, and what defines a winner.
59:25 Winning a championship is about the process, not the outcome.
1:01:35 “Why don’t you just become the Super Bowl?”
1:02:27 Dan notes how crucial it is to get the best out of each other.
1:04:17 “Everybody wants a sense of power.”
1:07:20 Dan shares a story on ensuring his players have a high sense of competency.
1:08:38 “It’s about culture over scheme, and it starts with relationships.”
1:10:43 The question Dan always asks his players.

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Ep 37- Gil Reyes- Fear, Truth, & Confrontation As The Path To Mental Toughness

Thu, 01 Aug 2019 06:39:39 -0400

Gil Reyes spent 17 years as Andre Agassi's strength and conditioning coach. He still operates his gym out of Las Vegas and trains athletes from all sports. His responses to mental toughness and mental health were iconic and worthy of your ears and tears...

5:29 “Can you teach discipline if you don’t have it? Can you teach patience if you don’t have it?”

5:38 Gil describes what his athletes have taught him.

7:33 How the “it factor” displays itself in athletes.

8:36 “When I pray, I don’t pray to be fearless, I pray to be brave.”

9:51 “Fear is somewhere in there with love as far as one of our deepest, innate emotions.”

10:02 Gil gives examples of what he talks about with his athletes while working with them.

10:20 “Make sure your backbone is as strong as your wishbone.”

10:40 “Some battles aren’t worth fighting even if you win, some battles are worth fighting even if you lose.”

10:57 Gil’s perspective on battles in life.

11:31 “Others get to describe you, but only you get to define you.”

12:16 “Confrontation can often reveal itself as education in disguise”.

13:28 Growth can come from winning or losing.

13:44 Gil’s favorite word: glorious.

14:21 Being unprepared is in your control.

15:00 “Are we worthy of those tears?” Gil describes the time when Andre Agassi lost his first 3 major finals.

16:20 Gil begins discussing the journey of Agassi winning the French Open.

18:38 Gil talks about the non-verbal ways he showed his support while Agassi competed.

19:09 One of the best pieces of wisdom he received while training Agassi.

21:10 Gil talks how Agassi was able to come back and “rededicate” himself to the game.

25:07 Gil recalls Agassi’s mental toughness while playing in uncontrollable environments.

26:52 “Weak legs command, strong legs obey.”

27:36 “Is this a winnable war?” Figuring out the process required to reach your goal.

28:01 “Being realistic is the most commonly traveled path to mediocrity.”

28:53 The first step to identifying Agassi’s goal process.

29:13 How do you respond to a loss?

30:58 Gil describes Agassi’s process of remaining top 10 in the world for sixteen years.

32:33 “Truth is such a beautiful concept within yourself that is no longer a concept, it becomes a foundation on which you stand and you grow.”

33:10 Gil shares what he believes is the most important mental skill.

34:26 How his lack of confidence affected his social interactions.

35:55 Andre Agassi, Steffi Graf, & Mike Tyson.

37:21 Preparation and confidence when being tested.

39:56 Gil begins to illustrate the feeling a champion has post-victory.

43:10 Gil notes Mike Tyson’s discipline in training.

44:49 Gil describes his hinge moment.

50:58 In order to truly help others, Gil learned he must not limit himself.

51:50 The difference between being successful and being significant.

56:06 “They come in here with buckets full of dreams and they leave here with buckets full of sweat.”

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Coach Brooks Williams: Overcoming Being Told "You're Not Good Enough"

Thu, 18 Jul 2019 10:52:15 -0400

Brooks Williams is currently the head coach of the University of Louisiana Monroe women's basketball program. Williams was previously the head coach of the McNeese State women's basketball team, where she took the Cowgirls to back-to-back NCAA Tournaments and McNeese's first-ever post-season appearance. In her nine seasons at McNeese, Williams took the Cowgirls to six straight post-seasons and produced four 20-plus win seasons. Williams spent the past three years as assistant women's basketball coach for Alabama and also had stints at Southern Miss, Memphis and Arkansas-Little Rock.

3:47 When Brooks realized wanted to be a coach.

5:00 Brooks talks about how she made the decision to take an assistant coaching job at McNeese State.

6:50 What it took to transform her program.

7:30 How it felt to leave a program that she built, and move to the University of Alabama.

8:48 “Timing is everything.”

9:30 The perspective gained when moving from a head coach to an assistant coach.

11:02 Mental toughness and coaching. “Starts when you wake up in the morning.”

12:40 How Brooks notices mental toughness. “Watch people work.”

14:00 Brooks describes what she calls the “it factor.”

15:15 A willingness to charges in basketball: a mark of a successful and mentally tough athlete.

17:43 Have athletes changed over the years? Brooks answers the question.

20:34 How she’s grown as a coach since the beginning of her career.

22:54 Brooks shares who makes her better on a daily basis.

23:36 An example of how she truly listens to her players and responds to their feedback

25:15 “Sometimes you just need to give them attention and love.”

26:08 The benefits coach has reaped from gaining her players’ perspectives.

27:46 “Great teams are led by their players.”

28:54 Brooks shares her hinge moment of being told “your NOT good enough.”

32:26 “You can do and be whatever you want to be.”

33:57 Brooks shares how the same person who knocked her down, helped her get to where she is today.

37:29 Her hinge moment was the switch that made her realize she wanted to be an impactful coach.

39:46 The discouragement from her role model became her drive.

41:51 How Brooks motivates her athletes by challenging them to show her what they can do.

42:07 “Treat everyone fairly, but very differently.” Brooks finds ways to get her players fired up to do their best.

44:11 “Failure absolutely makes you.”

49:16 “Humble confidence” is what Brook’s considers a large part of being mentally tough.

50:30 Brooks closes with advice to young girls.

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Jaime Masters- Mental Toughness Lessons From The Eventual Millionaire

Wed, 03 Jul 2019 13:34:00 -0400

Jaime's been featured on Yahoo's homepage 6 times, and in Inc, Entrepreneur, and Business Insider. She's been a top Business Coach for over 10 years and has helped hundreds of 6 & 7 figure Entrepreneurs and Business Owners optimize every area of their business. She's also the host of the online show - Eventual Millionaire, where she's interviewed over 400 self-made millionaires. She's a tech geek, has two kiddos - and even has a sword wall in her house - Plus she loves creating automated systems and talking business growth!

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3:40 Jaime shares the top patterns in Millionaires #1: “Commitment to the end goal no matter what.”

5:17 Jaime talks about what she considers to be a piece of mental toughness.

6:14 Jaime explains the "Millionaire Myth" experienced by Olympic athletes and entrepreneurs.

7:53 “Loving both sides of the coin.”

8:40 Jaime shares how “visioning” is a top method used by the millionaires she’s interviewed.

10:33 Why do we downplay our wins? Jaime answers the question.

11:23 How to enjoy the journey: Jaime relates mental toughness as a way to speak kinder to ourselves.

12:58 Jaime’s secret to slowing down. The “gift of her lifetime.”

15:20 Jaime shares how her sword wall came to be. "Competition is a gift"

15:54 “Not about the win or the loss.” Finding out what truly makes you happy.

16:49 Burn out: Jaime sheds light on figuring out what truly matters.

17:51 How Jaimie sees adversity as an asset.

21:28 "Tall Poppy Syndrome" Jaime describes how to push past negative feedback while in the pursuit of your goals.

22:47 How Jaime applies mental toughness to be a mother of two and a business owner.

25:18 Jaime describes her hinge moment.

29:05 Jaime defines mental toughness and how she applies it to her life.

30:45 What is the purpose of "feelings", and how can they guide us?

34:43 Jaime shares another hinge moment, and how her new definition of success came to be.

35:32 Ways to get the most out of life on a daily basis.

37:54 Jaime describes how she quiets her mind using a technique different from meditation.

40:45 Jaime shares how business owners can benefit from jotting down their ideas.

42:05 Why Jaimie values creativity in her everyday life.

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Dan O'Brien- Olympic Gold Medalist- The Difference Between Wanting and Needing it,

Tue, 18 Jun 2019 10:12:00 -0400

Dan O'Brien is a Gold Medalist in the Decathlon. His story is best known for his failure in 1992 and his comeback at the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta. Dan O'Brien has three consecutive world championships along with the Gold Medal and has written a book titled "Clearing Hurdles: The Quest to Be The World's Greatest Athlete." He currently coaches and provides media commentary for US Track & Field. Follow him here at Twitter or Instagram

4:08 - Who is the world’s BEST athlete?

5:15 - The Dan vs. Dave commercials.

5:50 - The Fame & Fortune.

7:30 - The moment has come for the Olympic Trials.

10:50 - The third attempt that O’brien had never faced.

13:00 - The ultimate moment that stripped away O’brien’s dreams.

14:38 - O’brien’s realization of his worst tragedy.

17:02 - How the release of pressure changed O’brien’s performance.

18:23 - Taking ownership of his own actions.

20:20 - Failure = Success

22:42 - Laying it all on the line to become the world’s BEST athlete.

25:00 - The mindset O’brien adapted to face adversity.

28:10 - THE moment O’brien had been waiting for his whole life.

30:04 - O'brien's journey of dealing with post-competition depression.

34:40 - How dropping out of college lead O’brien to self-analyzing his own life.

37:20 - Coming to a crossroad and how he took action.

42:10 - NEED > Want

47:43 - Pushing to FINISH is KEY.

49:50 - The Mirror Technique: How O’brien said he was going to do it and did.

52:03 - Separating yourself from the field.

54:20 - How making a promise to himself lead to success.

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Neil Richmund- Death of A Father

Wed, 22 May 2019 10:05:45 -0400

Neil Richmund- Death of A Father

Neil is the best marketing professional in Indianapolis (Voted by me)! He is an Aussie, an Ordained minister, entrepreneur, and former golf coach.

3:17- How Neil Richmund defines Mental Toughness through his daily practices.

3:33 How can you have resilience during the toughest of times?

3:57- How to react to the tough setbacks.

4:20: How the death of Neil’s father was the best and worst day of his life.

5:05: What his grandmother made him do every time.

6:10: The importance of not viewing setbacks as endpoints.

7:49- Neil’s HINGE moment and taking tragedy and turning it into something greater.

8:20- You can not let a moment define you.

8:50- The impact of Neil’s father’s death.

9:44- You have to focus onward to be able to succeed.

11:12- If you don’t have a platform, you can NOT be mentally tough.

12:15- Finding the importance of knowing your WHY.

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Jake Thompson- Don't be distracted by the unimportant

Thu, 02 May 2019 13:53:52 -0400

Jake Thompson- Gratitude is the Key "G"

Jake is the founder of Compete Every Day and an accomplished professional speaker. He helps organizational teams develop a daily plan and powerful focus for reaching their annual and career goals.

Table of Contents

3:25- What does Mental Toughness mean to you?

4:10- Common adversities that one may face.

5:00- Distracted by the unimportant.

6:55- What are five components of a winning competitor.

12:50- Why having gratitude is the KEY "G".

15:00- How Living in the Moment can make all the difference.

19:00- What are the actions you can do today to be Mentally Tough?

22:14- How do you build a legacy?

30:37- The Hinge moment that Jake decided he was all-in.

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Justin Wadsworth- Olympic Skiing Coach That Helped Out A Competitor

Wed, 10 Apr 2019 08:50:42 -0400

Coach Wadsworth stopped in an Olympic race to help out a Russian racer. One of the most accomplished head coaches in the history of the Canadian National Ski Team, Justin Wadsworth is a three-time Olympian. Wadsworth served as the World Cup and Olympic Games coach with the US cross-country ski team before becoming head coach of the Canadian World Cup cross-country ski team in 2010.

2:30- What Does Mental Toughness Mean to You?

4:00 Mental Training Becomes a part of the team culture.

5:40 The disappointment of Sochi Olympics.

13:00 The Hinge moment of helping out a Russian Skier.

17:05 The culture of Cross-Country Skiing and the presence of mind to help.

19:33 What do you think people need in order to be mentally tough?

24:40 How difficult is it to be an Olympic Coach?

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Jake Olson- USC long-snapper blind since age 12.

Thu, 14 Mar 2019 02:24:00 -0400

Jake has not let blindness stop from achieving any of his goals. He is the co-founder and president of Engage. Jake has a truly incredible story that has been well chronicled and featured in just about every major media outlet. At 8 months old, he was diagnosed with a rare form of eye cancer, retinoblastoma. The disease claimed his left eye before the tender age of one and in November 2009 Jake lost his right eye after battling cancer for 12 years.

He attends the University of Southern California where he is a senior majoring in business. He played on the school’s football team as a long snapper, and during USC’s game against Western Michigan on September 2nd, 2017, Jake made history as the first completely blind player to ever play in a Division I football game. Jake has used his fame to inspire others and travels around the country as a motivational speaker. He is also a member of the President’s Council on Sports Fitness and Nutrition, has written two books, started his own charity, and golfs in the mid-70s.

3:57- Jake’s HINGE moment at just the age of 12.
6:26- The mindset Jake adapted to persevere.
9:06- How your worst day can end up being your most important.
11:08- Jake’s decision as a sophomore in high school that put him on his life path.
13:51- The call that would change Jake’s career.
15:51- The routine as a freshman football player at USC.
17:21- The first game snapping against Western Michigan.
19:54- “Not falling victim to the excuses”, Jake’s definition of Mental Toughness.
21: 55- Life since achieving his goal and being able to do what he loves.
23:10- The lives that Jake has touched by being himself and putting his story out there.
25:27- Jake’s love for golf and where his passion comes from.
28:04- How Jake connects people with experiences through his platform Engage.
30:38- The ability everyone has, to get them through tough times.
32:02- Jake’s faith that carried him through all his life’s obstacles.

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Rajeev Ram- A Grand Slam Champion

Thu, 28 Feb 2019 02:19:00 -0500

Rajeev Ram is a Professional tennis player on ATP Tour. He is a Grand Slam champion, winner of 2019 Australian Open in Mixed Doubles. Raj won the silver medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics and has won 16 doubles titles throughout his career, including Indian Wells. he reached his highest ranking at 11 after winning. Rajeev has also won two ATP singles titles. His foundation is Entouraj for Kids, is providing the right path for kids through the game of tennis.

Table of Contents

3:24- The breakthrough of becoming a Grand Slam winner.

4:46- The valuable lessons Rajeev learned from his unsuccessful moments.

5:50- How Rajeev defines Mental Toughness through his day to day practices.

7:06- What people don’t understand about the schedule of a professional tennis player.

8:34- The HINGE moment that made Rajeev feel like he really belonged on the world stage.

10:10- The experience of representing your country when you were supposed to watch from home.

11:08- Why the Olympics were different from any other major competition.

13:00- How deciding his own path for development played a roll in Rajeev’s lifelong love for tennis.

14:43- What comfort in his sport means to Rajeev.

15:52- Rajeev’s first experience playing singles at Wimbledon.

18:15- How Rajeev’s foundation, Entouraj for Kids, is providing the right path for kids through the game of tennis.

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Cory Weissman Story- A Decision over a Vision

Thu, 14 Feb 2019 03:09:00 -0500

Cory Weissman grew up in suburban Jackson, NJ.

From a very young age, he had a love for playing sports and was quite an impressive athlete. Cory played competitively on elite traveling basketball and soccer teams as well as on his high school varsity teams. He demonstrated his leadership abilities as captain of many of those teams.

As a collegiate basketball player in his freshman year at Gettysburg College, Cory tragically suffered a massive stroke caused by an unknown AVM (Arteriovenous Malformation) in his brain that ruptured, leaving him completely paralyzed on his left side. With his focus on playing basketball again, Cory dug deep into his soul and came out working harder than he ever did for anything in his life. He was determined to overcome this extraordinary obstacle and get back on the basketball court. And overcome it he did! Cory believes that everything happens for a reason, which is a theme that runs through the movie made about his life, ‘1000 to 1: The Cory Weissman Story'.

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Table of Contents

3:23- The day that changed Cory’s life forever.

6:14- Cory’s unlikely HINGE moment unfolded days after tragedy struck.

9:33- The decision from day one to get back onto the basketball court.

10:08- The process of his comeback decision.

13:47- When Cory finally made it back onto the basketball court.

16:14- The unplanned ending to Cory’s first college game.

21:14- How his worst day became a blessing.

25:36- The biggest impact Cory’s story has had on others.

29:40- The message for others to help them through their hardest times.

32:50- The gifts Cory’s been given through his tragedy.

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Mory & Denise- Running Across Indiana- 382 miles.

Wed, 30 Jan 2019 01:59:00 -0500

Mory & Denise- Running Across Indiana- 382 miles!

Mory Bailey- Started ultra-distance running in 2010. Completed multiple distances 50ks to 100ks driven by the “what if” mindset testing both physical and mental endurance. Eventually answered the call of the “hundo” in 2014. In 2015, she set out to complete five 100 mile races in 8 months, and since then over 30 ultras; 11 of them being 100 milers. As she celebrates her 2nd year of being a cancer warrior, in November 2018 she crossed Indiana, 382 miles from south to north.

Denise Poynter- is a wife and mother to six children. She has completed over 30 full-marathons, 9- 50 milers, and IT 100, st. pats 24 hr race, kettle 100, and the Jag 100. She supported Mory during her crossing of Indiana, South to North.

TOC-

4:55- “Never giving up…not thinking about the pain”; Mory and Denise define what Mental Toughness has meant for them.

6:44- Mory’s WHY for running 382 miles through Indiana.

8:46- The tough moments that tested Mory and Denise’s mental toughness on their long run.

12:20- Changing your focus when that negative voice creeps in.

14:01- The standout memory from crossing Indiana.

19:00- The inspirational bridge that the ladies crossed on their journey.

20:46- The planning, down to the MINUTE, that Mory put into all 382 miles of Indiana Crossing for a Cure.

24:00- How to train your brain to respond when you need it most.

29:06- Denise’s motivation for running and her “thought planning” technique.

30:46- What Denise learned about being mentally tough through those 100-mile races.

33:22- Mory’s lesson from all her races: Patience and a helping hand are always needed.

36:55- What Mory has to say about fueling your goals by others.

38:43- Denise’s life lessons she learned from running.

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Coach J.P. Nerbun- Calling UP!

Thu, 10 Jan 2019 18:43:08 -0500

J.P. Neurbun- Calling UP!

3:14- “Focus on the controllables” and “Act in accordance with our principles”, two principles to JP’s mental toughness philosophy.

4:36- How to focus on those controllables when there’s so many outside distractions.

7:58- The inspiration behind JP’s new book and why he believes it’s great for all coaches.

10:15- A transformational leadership system you could apply today.

11:50- The right way to give your players ownership in practice and on game day.

13:13- Getting to know your athlete’s as people NOT just players.

15:13- The BIGGEST mistake coaches make when trying to build a team culture.

17:20- Why coaches aren’t making the necessary changes for the success they want.

19:06- JP’s HINGE moment that came from opening up and prioritizing the right values.

23:48- Why JP’s book is so valuable for coaches.

25:15- The strategy JP uses for successful book writing.

27:06- The “Jerry Seinfeld calendar trick” that helped JP progress through his book writing.

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Coach Matt Deggs- 15 to 28

Thu, 27 Dec 2018 02:19:00 -0500

Coach Matt Deggs- Sam Houston State Baseball

In his first four seasons as head coach, he has led the Bearkats to 3 Southland Conference Championships, 2 NCAA regional appearances, and 1 NCAA Super Regional appearance in 2017, which was the first in school and Southland Conference history.

More than the wins and losses, Deggs believes in building men through his transformational coaching style. His message in a post-game press conference after their season-ending loss to Florida State in the 2017 NCAA Super Regionals went viral reaching more than 50 million people across the world.

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3:40- The hard truth Matt had to face to put him on his journey.
9:30- “It will humble you.”, Matt talks about his lowest point.
11:07- Why his lowest point was not his "rock bottom."
14:34- With new opportunities, comes new challenges; Matt talks about the temptations of his
new location.
17:00- The blessing Matt found when moving to his new home in Lafayette.
18:34- Matt speaks about the stages of grief he cycled through and why anger was so prevalent
in his life.
19:34- How his daughter became the final change coach Matt needed.
24:34- The coaching philosophy Matt developed from his 430-day transformation.
27:39- One of Matt’s “God winks” that told him to keep moving on.
29:58- Tying your identity to who you are, NOT what you do.
33:20- What to do when that “I’m not good enough” feeling overcomes you.

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Kenzie Holmstead: Choosing What’s Best for You

Thu, 13 Dec 2018 01:40:00 -0500

Kenzie Holmstead- is the team @runeverythinglabs Director.

3:00- “Having the mental fortitude to push on…”, Kenzie’s definition of Mental Toughness.

4:00- How Kenzie turned a bad circumstance into her HINGE moment by choosing to put herself first.

6:10- Packing up and moving out: The steps Kenzie took to find herself.

7:27- What Kenzie discovered through her big move and simply giving herself time.

8:40- The female struggle to find mental strength.

11:04- Kenzie’s BIG tip for mental toughness that comes from within.

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Founder of Ninja Zone on Making Your Own Rules

Wed, 28 Nov 2018 02:15:00 -0500

Casey Wright is the founder of the Ninja Zone. Now in over 300 locations.

Casey is a former Olympic level gymnastics coach turned entrepreneur who took her parents’ “cartwheel shop” and turned it into an internationally known licensing and curriculum development company, as well as 6 Indy area corporate stores. Mom and Bonus-Mom of 4 kiddos, and a member of IBJ’s Indianapolis 40 Under 40.

3:07- “Being aware and trusting in yourself”, how Casey describes what being mentally tough means to her.

5:16- Who is “Panicky Penny”? And what Casey does to shut out negativity.

9:38- How being a parent has made Casey a more aware and stronger person all around.

11:28- How Casey has used her mental toughness to become such a successful entrepreneur.

13:38- The BIGGEST risks Casey has taken in her career.

15:37- A simple compliment from her neighbor became a big HINGE moment.

18:43- Where the NinjaZone passion comes from.

21:08- How Casey is trying to change the way we look at youth sports today.

23:03- Development vs. performance outcomes; the fundamentals Casey wants to teach at NinjaZone.

24:34- How NinjaZone can help get a young athlete’s creativity back.

27:52- Learning problem solving as a byproduct of play.

30:05- The benefit of young athletes making their own rules.

33:38- The mission for parents at NinjaZone.

36:02- What the payoff SHOULD be in youth sports.

38:54- The vision for NinjaZone’s future.

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Greg Sinche- Stroke at Age 5 to an Ironman

Thu, 15 Nov 2018 06:55:40 -0500

Greg Sinche- From a Stroke at Age 5 to an Ironman

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3:28- Greg’s big HINGE moment that happened at just 5 years old.

5:58- How Greg overcame such a huge obstacle at such a young age.

7:15- Why the drive to “prove people wrong” can be such a BIG motivator for success.

8:30- “I deserve to be happy”…the battle with depression that came along with Greg’s journey.

11:50- What Greg learned about himself through pushing his limits.

13:20- “…It’s disproving that little voice in my head…”; Greg talks about the motivators that got him through the tough training days.

14:27- The physical challenges that Greg faces and how he mentally overcomes them.

18:30- THAT feeling of finishing an Ironman.

20:32- What really sticks out to an Ironman competitor looking back on the whole process.

22:14- Greg’s advice for attacking ANY challenge in front of you.

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Joe Skovron- PGA Tour Caddy- Being The BEST at What You Do

Wed, 31 Oct 2018 03:28:00 -0400

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Joe Skovron- Long-time caddy to Rickie Fowler
3:05 Discipline, adversity, the ability to perform under pressure…Joe’s three components to
Mental Toughness.
6:06- Where does preparation come into play with the mental toughness game?
7:05- Finding what works for you could be the key to YOUR success.
8:14- The mental components necessary for caddying.
10:08- How Joe moves on from mistakes at the moment.
14:35- How a chip on your shoulder could be a great asset.
19:53- What people might not understand when they watch elite golfers.
21:30- What separates the absolute BEST from the other top players??
26:23- Joe’s HINGE moment; how he got started with Rickie Fowler.
30:00- What youth golf parents NEED to know.
35:10- The experience of a junior golf star.
42:05- Joe’s best memory from his successful career. (i.e., Tiger Woods)
48:42- Joe’s advice for building the mental toughness muscle. (i.e. Tiger Woods)
49:46- What it means to have a good attitude on the course.

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Iron Cowboy- A Ferris Wheel Started 50 Ironman's in 50 Days.

Wed, 17 Oct 2018 03:33:00 -0400

Iron Cowboy Podcast on 15 Minutes of Mental Toughness

James Lawrence is an athlete, husband, proud father of four daughters and a son. Currently holds two world record in 70.3 and 140.6 triathlon racing. But, His greatest achievement was

50 Ironman courses, 50 consecutive days, through all 50 States.

50-50-50.

Iron Cowboy's website- https://www.ironcowboy.com/

3:58- “Doing what you say you’re going to do…”, what THE Iron Cowboy says being mentally
tough means.
5:46- Who became the biggest role players in the Iron Cowboy’s journey?
6:48- What happens when the Iron Cowboy reaches his mental and physical limits?
8:14- “We are our toughest critics.”, James talks about that negative inner voice we all deal with.
10:57- How the Iron Cowboy deals with negativity when naysayers are ready to pounce.
15:01- What’s next?? James discusses the question he receives all the time concerning his future
career.
16:40- He sat on what for 10 days?! The Iron Cowboy describes one of his big HINGE moments.
20:05- The 1 thing James says is holding you back!
23:15- How does the mental toughness developed from all of the physical training translate into
the day-to-day?
24:29- What are the next steps YOU can take right NOW to accomplish your goals??

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Rob Bent- Som Sleep- 250,000 Night's of Sleep

Thu, 04 Oct 2018 04:02:00 -0400

Rob Bent-is a scientist and co-founder of Som Sleep, the first and only ready-to-drink sleep supplement that is NSF Certified for Sport. Rob received BS and MS degrees in Food Science from the University of Florida and an MBA from the NYU Stern School of Business. After five years of focusing on innovative beverage platforms for Brooklyn-based flavor house Virginia Dare, Rob moved out of the lab to spearhead that company’s beverage business for two years before helping launch Som Sleep in 2017.

Show Notes & Times

3:48- “Where strength and flexibility meet…”, Rob’s definition of mental toughness.
4:45- The vision behind SOM sleep and how Rob set out to solve the horrible sleep epidemic.
8:02- Solving the numerous preventers of good sleep; why Rob and his team took a 3-tier
approach.
10:10- Rob discusses the stigma behind struggling to get a good night’s sleep.
12:14- Why Mental Toughness is so valuable in entrepreneurship.
15:28- From making it in his kitchen, to requests from pro athletes…Rob’s HINGE moment with
SOM sleep.
17:47- SOM Sleep in “Sports Illustrated”.
22:48- “We have now sold over 250,00 nights of sleep”; Rob talks to the impact of SOM.

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John Shegerian- CEO Som Sleep- Profit With Purpose

Wed, 19 Sep 2018 03:30:00 -0400

John Shegerian- CEO Som Sleep- Profit with Purpose

John Shegerian is the CEO of Som Sleep, a drink formulated to help individuals achieve better, more restorative sleep.

John is a serial social entrepreneur who focuses on solving global problems through game changing innovation to build successful, socially responsible companies.

Shegerian co-founded Homeboy Tortillas and Homeboy Industries, which serves as a paradigm for urban renewal in America, he is also the creator of the popular Bulldog Root Beer brand, co-founded FinancialAid.com, filling the financial aid gap for higher education and generating one of the most successful student loan companies in the country, and Addicted.com one of the largest web resources for those seeking help for addictions online.

He is also the Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of ERI, the United States’ leading recycler of electronic waste and the world’s largest IT asset disposition (ITAD) and cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company and the co-founder of The Marketing Masters, a digital marketing and web development company that builds effective marketing campaigns.

Shegerian is a member of the University of Pennsylvania Wharton School of Business’ Initiative for Global Environmental Leadership (IGEL) Advisory Board and was named the Clean Tech Entrepreneur of the Year for Northern California by Ernst & Young.

4:35- “Faith is the MOST critical element of mental toughness”, what John says it takes to get to the finish line.
7:43- The real reason why John’s companies are so successful.
10:26- Connecting his WHY to his faith, how John keeps the dream going.
11:35- In recovering from addiction John found his purpose and his HINGE moment.
13:41- How John turned his struggle into destigmatizing society.
15:45- A personal need for better sleep transformed into an amazing product, Som Sleep!
19:23- Why Som Sleep is a way to solve the “Insomnia Generation” problem.
23:24- How John is changing the “No Sleep” culture in our society today.
24:58- Mental Toughness is “a daily practice”, we must work the muscle!

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Ron McKeefery- Being a Dream Builder Not A Killer

Wed, 05 Sep 2018 02:57:00 -0400

Coach McKeefery, M.A., MSCCC, CSCS*D, is the VP of Performance and Education for PLAE and has been working as a strength and conditioning coach at the Professional and Collegiate level for over 20 years. McKeefery was named Collegiate Strength Coach of the Year in 2008 & 2016, and has had the privilege of working with over 80 players that have gone on to play in the NFL. In addition to a successful coaching career, McKeefery is also the best-selling author of CEO Strength Coach.

Table of Contents

3:08- “The ability to perform at the highest level no matter the circumstances”; Ron’s true
definition of MENTAL TOUGHNESS.
5:59- Ron on navigating those higher levels of performance.
7:29- How to grow the muscle of Mental Toughness.
10:30- As a 7-year-old, Ron decided to take a different way home that led him to his HINGE
moment.
18:10- From a rough childhood to highly successful strength coach, what drove Ron to change
his path?
20:26- Ron’s answer for those who told him, “You can’t.”
23:00- What happened when coach asked his players if they were NFL material?
27:55- The 3 BIG questions coach asks all his players.
32:23- The impactful phone calls that changed the game for Ron as a strength coach.
35:54- How Ron compartmentalizes work so he can be his BEST self at home.
39:46- One thing Ron says we need to know to build Mental Toughness.

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Ted Rath- NFL Strength Coach of The year- NO RANK to a good idea

Wed, 22 Aug 2018 02:30:00 -0400

Ted Rath- NFL Strength Coach of The Year- No Rank to a Good Idea

Ted Rath enters his second season with the Los Angeles Rams. He enters his 10th season at the pro level, previously as an assistant strength coach for the Miami Dolphins and Detroit Lions.

Prior to joining the Rams, Rath was named assistant strength and conditioning coach in Miami for the 2016 season. Before his stint with the Dolphins, he spent seven seasons (2009-15) with the Detroit Lions as an assistant strength and conditioning coach.

3:12- What is Mental Toughness to Ted?

4:11- Can you develop Mental Toughness?

6:22- What helps athletes overcome adversity?

7:55- How Ted coach’s players through adversity to better prepare them for game day.

10:40- What’s the culture like among an NFL staff?

12:12- Being vulnerable can actually make you a better leader.

13:18- Ted’s HINGE moment.

16:08- How getting fired helped to re-center Ted’s focus.

19:56- What people don’t know about the life of a strength coach in the NFL.

21:53- How to maintain life balance with no off days.

23:43- Keeping work at work and letting it go when you get home.

25:54- Something everyone can do to improve their Mental Toughness.

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Morgan Bergren- Pro Volleyball and The Minimalist Lifestyle

Fri, 10 Aug 2018 05:58:42 -0400

Morgan Bergren is 24 and a Professional Volleyball Player for VC Wiesbaden. She is a graduate of the University of Kentucky. Her third year of professional volleyball she adopted a minimalist lifestyle. "When I come home I am overwhelmed by all of the material things I have accumulated over the years. Getting to travel with only two suitcases has helped me appreciate a more minimalistic lifestyle. I'm still growing and learning exactly what that means for me, but I do know I would rather collect more memories than more stuff. I'm currently working to apply this approach to more areas of my life, and to just keep it simple by loving God and loving others"

3:14- What is mental toughness to Morgan?

5:30- The conversation you have to have with yourself.

6:30- Mental toughness as a team component.

9:07- The unknown of a new team.

10:32- Morgan’s faith and how it guides her

12:37- AO1. Why this saying changed Morgan’s game for the better.

14:23- Morgan’s #HINGE moment.

17:33- Why faith found Morgan in college.

21:22- Knowing your WANTS vs your NEEDS.

24:30- Decluttering your brain.

32:40- Why is it easier to help out a teammate and not ourselves?

33:55- The one thing Morgan says we can do to improve our Mental Toughness.

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Chase Wright- PGA Tour and The Secret Evening Routine

Wed, 25 Jul 2018 07:08:00 -0400

Chase Wright is a Professional Golfer who will be a rookie on the PGA Tour in 2018/2019 season. He won the Rust-Oleum Championship on the web.com tour in 2018. He is a Graduate of Indiana University and All Big Ten player. He's been a professional golfer since 2012 and has played all across the world where he has succeeded and failed.

3:17- What is Mental Toughness to Chase?

8:00- Working on patience and attitude for success.

11:50- Morning routine and evening unwind.

14:00- “No one ever talks about the deep dark times”, Chase acknowledges more than just the successes.

14:54- Chase’s Hinge moment with Q School.

16:18- How soon does success turn into focusing on the next?

19:45- How to get to that NO FEAR point.

22:20- Staying disciplined in your mental routine to remain decisive on the course.

23:57- Embracing failures to become Mentally Tough.

26:48- “You only play bad when you let yourself play bad." the importance of a positive attitude.

32:03- Managing free time and life on the tour.

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Sarah Piampiano- From two packs a day to a Champion Triathlete

Wed, 11 Jul 2018 08:55:00 -0400

Sarah Piampiano grew up as a nationally ranked runner and ski racer. After college she went to Wall Street, where she worked long hours in investment banking, before discovering triathlon in 2009 on a bet. Almost overnight, went from smoking 2 packs of cigarettes per day to jumping head first into the triathlon world, and at the end of 2011 she left her job in finance and began training and racing full time as a professional long-course triathlete. Since then she's won 3 ironman titles, 6 70.3 titles, been ranked 3rd in the world in Ironman racing in 2016 and 2017 and finished 7th at the Hawaii Ironman in 2015 and 2016. Her goal is to win the Ironman World Championships in Kona.

3:55- What is Mental Toughness to Sarah?
4:58- Always finish what you start. You must adjust your goal!
6:35- Sarah’s philosophy on training success.
9:13- How to be the best in the world at what you do.
12:45- From investment banker to elite triathlon competitor; Sarah’s Hinge Moment.
17:03- Where does the belief to change your entire life come from?
18:30- The benefit to putting yourself in stressful situations.
20:50- The experience of SUCCESS.
23:07- Why it’s important to enjoy the process…
25:30- How Sarah deals with lows and negative thoughts in her races.
28:05- “I just told myself, she is NOT going to pass me…”; dueling it out even though you’re
not feeling great.
31:24- You NEED to do THIS if you want to get this most out of yourself.

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Jerred Moon- Can You Do ANYTHING Every Single Day for a Year?

Wed, 27 Jun 2018 06:00:00 -0400

Jerred is the Founder & CEO of End of Three Fitness.

Jerred did a murph workout every week for an entire year. He's written the book Garage gym athlete and he advocates cold showers for building Mental Toughness.

He is the former Physical Training Leader and Unit Fitness Program Manager in Air Force Special Operations Command and head coach here at End of Three Fitness. With his team, Jerred and EO3 have now helped over 5,000 athletes see results. Jerred spends most of his time coaching and programming for athletes and working with other coaches to help develop their skills to be the most well-rounded coaches possible.

4:08-How to be a better human today.
5:28- Meet Yourself Saturdays
7:10- Discovering yourself through “inner chatter”.
9:25- The BEST way to do the Murph workout.
11:20- Being able to recognize resistance.
12:22- Mental Toughness is doing what you want to do, but harder.
14:00- How choosing the path of leadership became Jerred’s HINGE moment.
16:14- Being comfortable means missing out on opportunities.
19:30- What’s something you could do every day for a year??
21:09- 3 minutes of freezing cold can prove you Mentally Tough.
24:10- Why an all or nothing mentality may destroy you.
26:05- The mental shift that helps you bounce back from mistakes.
28:55- How to celebrate your wins big AND SMALL.
30:48- Get out of that comparison trap!
33:50- Simple advice to becoming more Mentally Tough: Try Harder!

Websites:

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garagegymathlete.com

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Todd Gongwer- Invite The Tough Stuff

Fri, 15 Jun 2018 06:20:36 -0400

Todd Gongwer is the author of Lead For God's Sake.

He has spent over 25 years building his expertise in leadership and team dynamics through a broad range of business, entrepreneurial and collegiate basketball coaching experiences. His powerful leadership and cultural development principles have been embraced by some of the most successful leaders in business and education, along with countless coaches and athletes from championship programs in the NCAA, NBA, MLB and NFL.

The impact from Todd’s message has also been featured by ESPN Magazine, ESPN.com, Bleacher Report and Forbes.com. Todd continues to work with some of the top coaches and business leaders in America, and is a popular speaker for major universities, sports organizations, teams and companies throughout the country. He lives in Indiana with his wife and three children Kaden, Kira, and Wadson.

3:00- What is Mental Toughness?
4:22- Battlefield of the Mind
6:22- What is the Truth?
7:32- Pattern in The Word
8:20- Where do the bad thoughts really come from?
9:35 What’s my calling?
11:33- Todd’s HINGE Moment with the book.
14:28- “Why you do what you do, has to align with why you’re here on this earth.”
16:18- “You pegged my life.” Why Todd’s book has had such an impact on so many coaches and executives.
18:02- What’s the big deal if the worst thing happens?
21:06- How do we stay connected to our PROCESS and our WHY?
23:48- How climbing ladders makes it harder to not only tell but hear the truth.
26:40- How do we find people to point out our blind spots and tell us the truth?
29:00- What’s the Invite The Stuff mean?

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Luke Tyburski- The Ultimate Triathlon

Mon, 28 May 2018 05:57:00 -0400

Luke is a speaker, endurance adventurer and mindset coach. He has run through the Sahara desert, down Mt Everest, and through a tropical forest in China without any food, water, money, and with a plane to catch. In 2015, Luke completed a self-created ‘Ultimate Triathlon’ from Morocco to Monaco. This 2000km in 12 day cross-continental adventure pushed both his mind and body to their limits and beyond. An award winning documentary was made about this world first feat, and Luke was mentioned in Forever Sports magazine’s 50 fittest athletes in the world for 2016. Luke has completed all these challenges, and many more, after battling with depression, and retiring because of physical injuries from a professional soccer career. 3:00- You prepped for 4 years and just 2 days before the event, a major change happened! How did you deal? 8:19- We all make mistakes, and your crew had some issues as well, as you did, in your race. How did you cope with those setbacks with your team? 12:20- Why don't you get upset? 14:05- Is mental toughness and dealing with setbacks a muscle that you can build? 15:02- I visualized everything that could go wrong. 16:35- You tear your quadricep in the race, how did you're focusing on others actually help you? 19:30- You can always just take one step! 24:00- Your Hinge moment was the decision to actually do the Ultimate Triathlon!! 28:47- How did you seek help from depression? 34:12- Here's what we all need to understand about the key to failure!! Website Links: The Ultimate Triathlon MOVIE- https://luketyburski.com/speaking/ https://luketyburski.com/coaching/ Social Media @Luketyburski This interview is extremely humbling. If you LOVE this podcast, please share it, leave a review, and subscribe. Cheers, Dr. Rob Bell drrobbell.com

Martin Rooney: Mental Toughness & The Salad Bar

Tue, 15 May 2018 05:32:00 -0400

Martin Rooney is the founder of Training For Warriors. An internationally recognized trainer, speaker, author and pioneer of strength and conditioning, Martin holds a Master of Health Science and Bachelor of Physical Therapy from the Medical University of South Carolina. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Exercise Science from Furman University.

Martin was a four-time All Conference, and four-time MVP performer in Track and Field at Furman and a member of the United States Bobsled team. Since the foundation of the TFW system, Martin has traveled around the world to train, compete, and conduct seminars and help prepare world class athletes and coaches. Martin has been the martial arts consultant to the NY Giants and the NY Jets and a coach on the IFL World Team Champion New York Pitbulls. Martin is currently a purple belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu under UFC fighter Ricardo Almeida and a black belt in Kodokan Judo under Olympian Teimoc Johnston-Ono.

He has written eight books called “The Book of 5 Things,” “Rooney’s Rules”, “Train to Win”, “Success Patterns”, “The Team Renzo Gracie Workout”, “Training for Warriors”, “Warrior Cardio” and “Ultimate Warrior Workouts."

2:00- What is Mental Toughness?

3:30- How do we train the mental toughness muscle? If people just did this one step!

5:30- How a coach builds another's mental toughness!

7:00- The precise steps a coach needs to take to build someone's mental toughness.

8:52- How the Salad Bar line builds mental toughness.

12:15- Mental Toughness is "doing what we don't want to do." Into the Roar!

15:45- The Hinge Moment of Coach Rooney happened as a 7th grader!

21:16- One impact story of Alisha, a Training for Warrior, who is still fighting cancer!

23:00- The one thing that STOPS Mental Toughness! Alisha has become a model for others!

28:00- How coach Rooney flips the script on the host!

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Todd Hollowell- A Professional Angler is NOT a Cooler of Cokes.

Tue, 01 May 2018 10:53:00 -0400

Todd Hollowell is a full-time touring bass professional on the FLW Tour. In 2018, he will enter into his 7th season on the FLW Tour where he has seven Top-20 finishes, highlighted by a 4th Place at Lake Norman in 2016 and a 2nd place at the Costa Championship in 2017. Todd is a 2x-Forrest Wood Cup qualifier, 4x-Costa Championship qualifier, and 2x BFL All-American qualifier. 1:40- Most people have NO IDEA about this part of Fishing. 3:30-Please Walk us through a 10 hour tournament day. 6:14- How does Mental Toughness impact fishing? 7:20- Stuff actually in our control as a fisherman. 10:14- How important is confidence and momentum? 11:40- How do you let go of mistakes and move on? (LIGMO) 13:00- Your hinge moment of becoming a professional fisherman and getting a sponsor. 16:10- "I just threw my name in a hat." 17:15- How does your vision impact your mental toughness? 19:07-Helping others get into the sport helps you as well? 21:51- One thing people need to know about becoming mentally tough? Website - www.toddhollowell.com
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ToddHollowellFishing/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/toddhollowell Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/todd_hollowell/

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Gary Brackett- Run with the Deer, Hit with the Buffalo!

Wed, 18 Apr 2018 10:16:23 -0400

Gary Brackett was an undrafted free-agent in 2003 and won a SuperBowl with the Colts in 2006. He played in the NFL for nine (9) seasons. Gary earned his MBA and is a restaurateur and speaker. His goal is to have 50 Stacked Pickle restaurants in 5 years. Gary has a book which will also be a movie titled: Winning: From Walk-On to Captain in Football and Life.

What is Mental Toughness?- :00
Why Gary practiced with the linemen.- 3:20
Mantra of "give me what you got."the skills that transfer from sport to life.-3:41
The toughest thing that Gary overcame in life.-4:23
"I wasn't a football player! I was CDO- Chief Defense Operator."- 8:08
NO GAS- No One Gives A S____ - 9:24
The goal as an entrepreneur and restaurateur. How do football skills transfer? - 14:32
The Mental Toughness piece of advice for EVERYONE. - 15:35

Websites:

http://garybrackett.com/

https://stackedpickle.com/

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