As the Winter Olympics begin, Michelle and Chase take a closer look at a surprising insight from author Daniel Pink: bronze medalists are sometimes happier than silver medalists, and the reason why can change the way you think about your career.

In this episode, Michelle and Chase break down the psychology of counterfactual thinking - the "what might have been" stories we tell ourselves and explore how both upward and downward counterfactuals influence motivation, confidence, and learning.

They share:

• Why our brains default to certain "what if" scenarios
• How upward counterfactuals can motivate growth (without pulling you into self‑doubt)
• How downward counterfactuals help build resilience and perspective
• Practical ways to turn regret into insight instead of discouragement

Whether you're celebrating a win or navigating a setback, this episode gives you the tools to use your past experiences to create better future outcomes.

Article: Using Regret To Do Better

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