Brace yourself for a captivating journey into the world of rodeo and a heartwarming tale of resilience and family bonds with our guest, Alyssa Lockhart. Alyssa's upbringing in a rodeo family, with her mother qualifying for the National Finals Rodeo 16 times, is nothing short of extraordinary. We'll explore her unconventional childhood and how she balanced rodeo life with family moments.

Beyond the rodeo arena, Alyssa's journey takes us through her personal growth, resilience, and the valuable life lessons she's gathered. She shares her deep passion for rodeo and her mission to bring mental health support to rodeo and rural communities, all while emphasizing the importance of supporting loved ones during challenging times.

What you'll hear in this episode:

[1:35] Growing up in a rodeo family with a mother who's qualified for the NFR 16 times.

[4:00] Family dynamics and scheduling challenges for rodeo families.

[7:55] Rodeo lifestyle's impact on personal growth and resilience.

[12:15] Rodeo life lessons and finding passion.

[15:40] Rodeo, pressure, and expectations.

[28:50] Parental influence, education, and mental health in rodeo.

[34:10] Rodeo life, mental health, and relationships.

[40:35] Rodeo athlete's support system and future goals.

[45:55] Rodeo life, memories, and family traditions.

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