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Travis Garrison is a former Maryland big man that has partnered with the Field of 68 media network to create a podcast centered around Terps basketball.
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"Becoming My Stronger Me” is a podcast designed to help you become stronger in mind, body, and heart. Season 1 - Like 47 million other Americans, I voluntarily left my successful full-time career to pursue, well, whatever was next. We’ll call this “my great resignation.” As you get to know me, you’ll see that I’m a type A planner. So to make a life choice without some grand detailed master plan on the other side was unheard of. But now, 2 years later, it was the best decision of my life. Joi ...
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In sports, the pressure to meet others' expectations can be intense. Athletes may feel the need to perform well to earn the approval of their coaches or to avoid disappointing their parents. This can lead to anxiety, stress, and even burnout. When an athlete’s self-worth is tied to others' opinions, every mistake or setback can feel like a personal…
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In the last episode, I shared information about the Stronger in Mind 30-day challenge that begins at the beginning of next month. I shared that whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just starting out, this challenge will equip you with the tools you need to excel both on and off the field. Since the release of that episode, I’ve gotten quite a few q…
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If you’ve been following our episodes, you know how passionate I am about mental performance in sports. I’m thrilled to introduce my brand-new initiative designed to help athletes at all levels enhance their mental game – the Stronger in Mind Challenge! The Stronger in Mind Challenge is a 30-day journey crafted to build your mental resilience and b…
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Whether you're a seasoned athlete or just starting out, the way you prepare mentally can significantly impact your performance. Pre-competition preparation, specifically the mental performance component, can make or break your game-day performance. Pre-competition preparation involves setting your mental state, visualizing success, and calming any …
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Travis Garrison reflects on his experience as an elite athlete and his basketball journey and beyond. Join me as he shares not only his passion for the game but also making a difference in people's lives. Travis Garrison is the Founder of Think First Global, a Maryland nonprofit that helps teach critical life skills using the game of basketball bas…
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Whether you're facing a tough season, recovering from an injury, or just trying to stay focused under pressure, mental resilience is key to bouncing back and staying strong. Join me as I share how to develop mental resilience and practices you can do today to begin the process. Stronger in Mind Monthy Challenge: https://www.becomingmystrongerme.com…
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Eric Shelton reflects on his experience as an elite athlete and his journey to competitive body-building. Join me as he shares what it means to have an athlete mindset and how it can be leveraged in business and in life. Eric is the founder of Egoless Strength. He’s a professional natural bodybuilder, accumulating an impressive number of body-build…
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Team sports are unique because they require not just individual excellence, but also seamless coordination and collaboration among players. The mental aspect of team dynamics can significantly impact performance, cohesion, and overall success. This episode will explore how mental training can enhance team performance, improve communication, and bui…
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Today we’re diving into a topic that impacts athletes at all levels and one that I have quite a bit of personal experience with not only in sports but in life: perfectionism. Changing perfectionist beliefs about your game does not happen overnight, but the good news is, you can start today. We’re going to discuss key strategies to help you manage p…
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Emotions are a powerful force in sports, both during practice and competition, and in life. Traditionally people believe that only positive emotions like excitement, confidence, and determination can enhance performance, while negative emotions like anxiety, fear, and frustration have the potential to hinder it. All emotions are valuable and with a…
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Coach Derek Phillips reflects on his experience as the son of living legend Coach Lincoln Phillips, and as parent to budding athletes. Join me as he shares parenting tips and strategies. Derek Phillips was born in Trinidad and Tobago but most of his upbringing was in Columbia, Maryland. His soccer career started in Howard County where he played for…
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Be inspired by Jamie Touchberry's journey from high school athlete, getting injured, to completing an Ironman decades later. Jamie Touchberry is the Founding Coach and Owner of Thee Little Bird. Jamie is passionate about healthy habits and seeing others succeed by incorporating them into their lives. She leads classes that are doable and fun while …
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Be inspired by Arshay Cooper's story and his perspective as an athlete, chef, entrepreneur, and inspirational figure as he shares stories from his incredible past, insights from his work ahead, and aspects of his mentality that make him successful. Arshay Cooper is a Rower, Bestselling and Award-winning Author, A 2x Golden Oar recipient for his con…
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In the world of sports and in life, in general, injuries are an unfortunate reality. We don’t always acknowledge the mental toll that comes with injury recovery. Research suggests that the psychological impact of injuries can be just as significant as the physical effects. Understanding the mental aspects of injury recovery is crucial for navigatin…
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Dr. Josh Funk, Founder/CEO of Rehab 2 Perform, joins me to reflect on the value and importance of mental performance. Be inspired by his perspective as an athlete, entrepreneur, and physical therapist. As a lifelong athlete, Dr. Josh Funk became interested in becoming a physical therapist when going through PT as a D1 lacrosse player at Ohio State.…
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In the realm of mental performance training, researchers often distinguish between proactive and reactive confidence. Research has shown that athletes with proactive confidence tend to perform better and handle pressure more effectively than those with reactive confidence. Join me as I shared more about proactive confidence and how can we cultivate…
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Since my conversation with Olympian Sanjay Ayre, many of you have reached out wanting to learn more about the benefits of visualization. You’ve also asked some important questions about how to leverage this technique to optimize your performance. I hope today’s episode will provide that additional detail you’re looking for. Stronger in Mind Monthy …
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Living legend Coach Lincoln Phillips joins me to reflect on his incredible life journey. Be inspired by his perspective as an athlete and coach as he shares stories from his incredible past and insights from his work ahead. Coach Lincoln Phillips is a Trinidad and Tobago legend who went on to serve as a pioneer of football in the United States. His…
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Olympian Sanjay Ayre joins me to reflect on the value and importance of mental performance. Be inspired by his perspective as an athlete, coach, entrepreneur, and father as he shares stories from his incredible past and insights from his work ahead. With a career adorned with accolades, his accomplishments include clinching a silver medal at the 20…
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Welcome to Season 2 of the Becoming My Stronger Me podcast: the Mental Performance Series! I'm thrilled to be kicking off a new season with you with this introduction to mental performance. In this season, we’ll explore the intricate relationship between mental performance, sports excellence, leadership, and personal growth. We'll be diving into th…
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Since my "Great Resignation" in 2021, I've been on a quest to calm my mind and create space for pursuing my passions. Through deep reflection, breathwork, embracing single-tasking, and other lifestyle changes I’ve talked about in previous episodes, I've experienced profound shifts in my mindset and lifestyle. This past week a client introduced me t…
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After over 50 episodes of reflecting on my great resignation and interviewing others who have shared their incredible stories of change, it's time to hear the journey of someone who pivoted in place. Dr. Shari Jurik reflects on her journey and all the incredible opportunities along the way for reflection and growth. Stronger in Mind Monthy Challeng…
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Recently I’ve been using the metaphor of wearing different hats a lot. Whether it’s reflecting on all the hats I wear, trying to be more intentional about identifying which hat is on in a particular conversation, or figuring out when I can just be me without any hats. In this episode, I’ll reflect on the common skills, traits, and competencies that…
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In this episode, Dr. Kirsten Casey and I explore radical acceptance. Radical acceptance is accepting what is not under your control and embracing what is happening now in a nonjudgmental way. The shift in mindset and perspective can greatly impact our interpersonal relationships. Stronger in Mind Monthy Challenge: https://www.becomingmystrongerme.c…
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50 episodes! I can’t even believe we’re here already. It’s been an incredible learning experience and a way to connect with so many amazingly talented people. Today’s episode will be brief… just me and my thoughts on the podcast journey. Stronger in Mind Monthy Challenge: https://www.becomingmystrongerme.com/monthly-challenge Website: https://www.b…
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We’re now a few weeks into the new year. How are those intentions, goals, and resolutions coming along? Are you still focused, determined, and excited? Or are things returning to how they used to be? Are the intentions, goals, and resolutions slowly fading into the background? If you haven’t already, engaging an accountability partner may be the be…
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Before resigning from my full-time career in 2021, my professional network was strong, very strong. I attended conferences multiple times a year, I was active in local professional groups and organizations, and I stayed connected with past colleagues. I felt supported and was constantly learning and evolving through these connections. However, once…
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Every year at about this time people are excited to set new goals for the year, their New Year's resolutions. I love setting goals too! You’ve heard me share my fitness goals, whether it be 365 in 365 for a few years where I committed to intentionally moving at least 30 minutes a day for 365 days, or in 2023 setting out to row a million meters! Wha…
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The holidays are always a great time for family, friends, reflection, and connection. As I’ve shared in the past several episodes, it’s an important time for us to give ourselves gifts to carry with us into the new year. I’ve suggested considering the gifts of flow, self-forgiveness, and breath. In this episode, I’ll focus on the timeless present w…
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The holiday season can be a whirlwind of joy, but it often comes with its fair share of stress. As we embark on the journey of setting new goals for the upcoming year, why not gift ourselves something simple, yet immensely powerful—the gift of breath? Article: https://health.clevelandclinic.org/breathwork Stronger in Mind Monthy Challenge: https://…
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As the year draws to a close, the tendency to reflect on both triumphs and challenges can be overwhelming. In this second episode of our series on gifts we can give ourselves during the holidays and beyond, we'll explore the research, understand the importance of self-forgiveness, and equip ourselves with practical tips and real-life examples to em…
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As we enter the holiday season, we often find ourselves caught up in the hustle and bustle of gift-giving to others. But what about the gifts we can give ourselves? Today, we'll focus on one of the most precious presents we can unwrap—the gift of finding our flow, inspired by the book "Finding Flow: The Psychology Of Engagement With Everyday Life" …
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In this episode, we're exploring the layers of the concept of being "open." From its linguistic roots to its diverse applications in various contexts: open-mindedness, open-heartedness, openness as a personality trait, open communication, and being spiritually open. We'll explore the richness of this word that transcends boundaries. Stronger in Min…
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Today we're delving into a topic that aligns with the spirit of Thanksgiving – gratitude. Gratitude is a powerful force that can shape our lives. It's not just a seasonal practice, but a daily mindset that brings joy, resilience, and connection. Stronger in Mind Monthy Challenge: https://www.becomingmystrongerme.com/monthly-challenge Website: https…
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In this episode, I sit down with Life Coach Jenn Gruber as she shares her reflections on major life transitions, connection, active listening, and so much more! Connect with Jenn Gruber: https://jenngruber.com/ Stronger in Mind Monthy Challenge: https://www.becomingmystrongerme.com/monthly-challenge Website: https://www.becomingmystrongerme.com/ Fa…
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Grit: The Intersection of Passion and Perseverance
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In this episode, we delve into a fascinating topic that plays a crucial role in our success and personal development: Grit. Grit, a concept studied by psychologist Angela Duckworth, is all about perseverance and passion for pursuing long-term goals. We'll explore its definition, how it differs from other related concepts, its benefits and associate…
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"Stories of Change" is a series designed to elevate the voices of people in our community who are successfully moving through or have moved through, major life pivots. Dr. Madeline Miskie shares the story of her journey from academia to injury to pursuing her passions. Hear her reflections on the journey and learnings along the way. Windsong Voice …
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Intentionally Cultivating Our Best Selves
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Over the past several weeks, it feels like all the seeds that I’ve been intentionally planting, and consistently tending to every day are finally all blooming…. all at the same time! This beautiful colorful garden is surprisingly in full bloom all at once. And as much as I love the bounty and the beauty, it has me reflecting on not only what it’s t…
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Deep social connections can have a profound effect on our lives. In this episode, I reflect on the impact it has recently had on me, and Dr. Smallen's research revealing ways we can foster these connections. Article: https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/a-shared-existence/202305/9-research-backed-ways-to-connect-with-others Stronger in Mind Mont…
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"Stories of Change" is a series designed to elevate the voices of people in our community who are successfully moving through or have moved through, major life pivots. Dr. Maria Aini shares the story of her journey from an accomplished ER doctor to her major pivot and involvement in Aghan Peaks/ Aghans Rising. Hear her reflections on the journey an…
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Patience is a fundamental aspect of human life that shapes our thoughts, actions, and relationships. It is a quality that goes beyond mere tolerance of delays or adversities. In this episode, we will explore the meaning of patience, the biological components that underpin it, how it develops over time through childhood and adolescence, strategies t…
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Stories of Change: Dr. Reza Alavi (Part 2 of 2)
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"Stories of Change" is a series designed to elevate the voices of people in our community who are successfully moving through or have moved through, major life pivots. In part 2 of this two-part episode, Dr. Reza Alavi shares the story of how he supported his spouse with her major life pivot. Hear his reflections on the journey and learnings along …
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Stories of Change: Dr. Reza Alavi (Part 1 of 2)
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"Stories of Change" is a series designed to elevate the voices of people in our community who are successfully moving through or have moved through, major life pivots. In part 1 of this two-part episode, Dr. Reza Alavi shares the story of his journey of starting Quintuple Aim Solutions a year ago. Hear his reflections on the journey and learnings a…
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"Stories of Change" is a series I'm introducing to elevate the voices of people in our community who are successfully moving through or have moved through, major life pivots. Taylor Alvis, founder of Garage and Shed Supply, shares his journey and reflections on serial entrepreneurship and supporting his spouse with her career transition. Hear his r…
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"Stories of Change" is a series designed to elevate the voices of people in our community who are successfully moving through or have moved through, major life pivots. On the one-year anniversary of joining the coaching staff of Eager to Motivate (E2M) Fitness, Marissa Salemi, MS, OTR/L, PCES, shares her journey of stepping out of her comfort zone …
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On August 1, 2023, I embarked on a 30-day Happiness Challenge. Each day I intentionally engaged in at least one of the strategies shown to raise your hedonic set point (listen to Episode 24: Raising Your Baseline Happiness & the Happiness Challenge to learn more). In this episode I share my learnings, reflections, and next steps now that I've compl…
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"Stories of Change" is a series I'm introducing to elevate the voices of people in our community who are successfully moving through or have moved through, major life pivots. Dr. Penelope Pauley shares the story of her journey of opening her own concierge endocrinology practice, The Endocrine Co., in Orlando, FL. Hear her reflections on the journey…
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"Stories of Change" is a new series I'm introducing to elevate the voices of people in our community who are successfully moving through or have moved through, major life pivots. Linette Alvis shares her story of helping people heal through medicine, leaning into their family business, to now opening her own yoga studio in Danville, VA. Hear her re…
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In this episode, we talk about growth mindset theory, its evolution, the fascinating research surrounding it, and most importantly, tips to grow your growth mindset and how it can lead to greater success and happiness in our lives. Stronger in Mind Monthy Challenge: https://www.becomingmystrongerme.com/monthly-challenge Website: https://www.becomin…
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In this episode, we're delving into the concept of greatness. What does it mean to be great, how is it perceived, and why is it such a crucial part of our lives? We'll also explore the FIFA thinking behind the tagline "Beyond Greatness" for the 2023 Women's World Cup and discuss the impact striving for greatness can have on all us. Stronger in Mind…
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