Season 5
Episodes
#206: Trusting in process goals. (Even when you don’t yet believe.)
Process goals sound great in theory, but let’s be honest—most handlers struggle to truly embrace them until they experience that aha moment. So how do you trust the process before you actually believe in it? In this...
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#205: Why mistakes are tough to get over. (And what we can do about that.)
Mistakes are part of all sports so it shouldn’t come as a surprise that we can’t escape them completely. The best handlers are able to alchemize their mistakes into something useful while letting go of the emotions...
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#204: Your ring nerves are not the problem. (Hot take: they’re actually the result.)
Recently in my 1:1 coaching work, I figured out a better angle when it comes to helping handlers work through their ring nerves. And like all of us who teach, sometimes we just find a better way to explain something...
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#203: Why Overwhelm Happens (And Why It’s NOT Your Fault)
Ever felt so overwhelmed by training, competing, or goal-setting that you just… shut down? Or maybe you avoid, overthink, or try to push through but end up more frustrated. In this episode, we’re breaking down why...
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#202: The dangerous thoughts you're having (and how to tame them.)
If you’ve ever walked into the ring certain of your imminent failure, then you know how powerful a limiting belief can be. Our brains are designed to make what we believe true, so it’s no wonder that our own thoughts...
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#201: Comparison isn’t going anywhere. (So it’s time to get good at dealing.)
We’ve all been there—watching another handler crush it in the ring while we struggle, scrolling through endless Q-ribbons on social media, and suddenly feeling like we’re falling behind. In this episode, we’re...
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#200: Feeling stuck? (You could be burned out or even bored.)
Feeling stuck? You’re not alone. If you’re questioning your goals, your motivation, or even why you’re doing this sport at all, this episode is for you. We’re breaking down the difference between burnout and...
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#199: Got creative goals? (Going beyond the outcome.)
Feeling stuck with your 2025 goals? Let’s shake things up! In this episode, we’re talking about how to set creative, exciting goals that go beyond just what your dog can accomplish—and focus on you as a handler. Get...
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#198: But do you trust you? (The impact of trust in our ability to perform.)
Trust is the often-overlooked ingredient that can make or break your performance in the ring. In this episode, we explore how to build trust in yourself as a handler, strengthen your bond with your dog, and repair...
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#197: Your inner critic lies. (Befriending those negative thoughts.)
Your inner critic is that voice that tries to keep you safe - safe from failing, from embarrassment, from potential disaster. The problem is, our inner critic can also keep us from growing, from new experiences, from...
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#196: Why you need to get uncomfortable. (Level-up by pushing yourself out of your comfort zone.)
While you’re in the mode of setting goals for the year ahead, I have one more for you: push yourself out of your comfort zone. Today, I’ll convince you that all the growth, skills acquisition, and real change happens...
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