January 21, 2025

60 | Letting Go, Growth, and the ROAD to Independence

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Discover the power of resilience, growth mindset, and life lessons as a father and daughter navigate the road to independence together. Explore the dynamics of letting go and embracing personal growth in this heartwarming video.

In this heartfelt episode of Catching You, Rusty Ham and his co-host and daughter, Lacie Ham, reflect on the challenges and triumphs of Lacie's journey through softball, college, and personal growth. Recovering from a recent illness, Lacie shares insights into balancing the demands of being a student-athlete while navigating her senior year.

Rusty opens up about the emotional journey of parenting a young athlete, from the joy of shared road trips to the bittersweet moments of letting go as independence takes center stage. The duo discusses the shift from high school and travel ball to the collegiate level, emphasizing the importance of adapting to new challenges, self-discipline, and personal responsibility.

With a mix of humor and candid moments, Rusty and Lacie explore themes of resilience, gratitude, and the evolving dynamics of their father-daughter relationship. They also dive into the impact of mindset on personal growth, the lessons learned from setbacks, and how parents can support their children’s independence while cherishing the memories of their shared journey.

This episode is a must-listen for parents, athletes, and anyone navigating transitions in life. Packed with relatable anecdotes, life lessons, and genuine love, it’s a touching conversation about growth, gratitude, and the unbreakable bond between a father and daughter.

A couple of years ago, as a family, we created family core values. One of them is, "We face challenges with optimism while displaying a growth mindset." We wanted to tell our story so others, who relate, can navigate through these challenges better. Contributing to our Podcast will show we're on the right track and we're making a difference to those who have similar stories. Buy Us A Coffee