Today, May 18th, 2025 marks exactly 4 years since Liv's dad has passed away. Liv takes this episode mostly to fill in what she has done since finishing playing Division 1 college volleyball until graduation. She shares the differences in her high school senior night to now to show how much she has grown since 2021. Tune in to this 15 minute quick life update to hear what comes next for Feed The Soul Company!

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Dr. Chad, a seasoned sports psychologist who brings both professional insight and personal experience to the table. After an injury ended his college athletic career, Dr. Chad went on a mission to become the kind of guide he once needed—blending lived experience with years of mental performance expertise.

We dig deep into what it really means to find consistency as an athlete-starting with emotional control. Whether it’s managing pre-game nerves or channeling intense excitement, Dr. Chad breaks down how athletes can “settle in” to performance mode through the Goldilocks Principle-not too much, not too little, but just right.

From mental vs. physical prime, to self-talk tone, to the nuanced mental demands of different positions like libero, setter, and hitter, this episode is packed with insights. We also explore the subtle but crucial line between mental health (survival) and mental performance (thriving)—and how both matter.

🔍 Topics include:

• How overwhelmed athletes can relieve pressure without quitting their sport
  
  
• Balancing social life and competitive goals
  
  
• Why even elite athletes need mental support
  
  
• Medication vs. movement: finding what works for you
  
  
• Social media's role in shaping young athletes’ mindsets
  
  
• The expectations vs. reality of college athletics
  
  

With real talk, honest advice, and actionable tools, Dr. Chad helps athletes-and those who support them-tune in to what really matters. Because greatness isn’t just about physical ability… it’s about mastering the mental game.

Professional lacrosse player, Nick Rowlett, shares his journey of facing challenges head-on, including recovery from injury and playing sports with a legally blind right eye. We cover the dangers of complacency in sports, the mental battle of injury recovery, and how maintaining a positive perspective can transform setbacks into comebacks. Whether you're an athlete or just looking for inspiration to push through tough times, this conversation is a must listen. 

In this episode, we dive into Jhenna’s incredible journey from a high school athlete who wasn’t heavily recruited to playing at Texas, then UNLV, and later professionally in Puerto Rico. Jhenna shares how she learned to love the game again, embracing the challenges and lessons each step of the way. From becoming an assistant coach at the University of Missouri to navigating adulthood without the resources she once had, Jhenna talks about patience, growth, and her deep desire to do big things. Her story is an inspiring reminder to embrace change, seek new opportunities, and trust in the process.

In this episode, we sit down with Erica Collins, a four-time Mountain West Conference champion, women's basketball player, intern, and mental health advocate. Erica reflects on her journey from being a three-time conference champ in the fall before becoming a four time champion. She opens up about the challenges of balancing her athletic career, academic responsibilities, and personal life, while also preparing for life after sports. Erica dives into the pressures athletes often face, including the comparison we put on ourselves and how to cope with those expectations. She also emphasizes the importance of mental health, finding identity beyond the game, and staying grounded through it all, especially with the support of her family. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on resilience, self-discovery, and navigating the complexities of life as an athlete.

In this episode, Liv sits down with Master Jones, a 7th-degree blackbelt and the owner of Soaring Eagles Tae Kwon Do. Master Jones has been more than just an instructor—he’s a lifelong mentor who played a key role in Liv’s journey, from earning her first-degree blackbelt at age 10 to shaping the values she carries today. Together, they explore the core teachings of Tae Kwon Do and how they apply beyond the mat, the role faith has played in Master Jones’ life and marriage, and his practical advice for functional health and balanced living. This episode is filled with wisdom, heart, and life lessons from a true master of both martial arts and life. 

Robert is the goalkeeper for the US National Futsal team. In his episode, he talks about his journey in soccer from the high school, to collegiate, and then professional level. He shares with us his growth in his mental health journey, along with his growth as an athlete through the different levels. Robert’s story shows us how to be resilient through injuries and how to find the love for your sport again. 

Following the premise of her podcast: “A space I’ve created to share my story and to encourage you to share yours…” Liv invites her family to get together on Thanksgiving to honor Ted Setla for his birthday. The Setla family shares their story of the day he passed, the lessons they’ve learned, favorite memories, and other bits we normally wouldn’t have the chance to talk about. Bear with us through the awkward pauses, the colorful language, the laughs, and the tears, as our family talks about the role changes with him gone, moments we felt he was present with us, our growth the past three and a half years, and what would we tell him if he could join us on this perfectly-imperfect episode. 

Hannah Grant, former starting libero for the University of Michigan, hops on to this episode to share her story. 
In Hannah’s episode, she gives advice for post grad life and being okay with the unknown, advice for current student athletes on redshirting and transferring, and also shares her story working through grief and trauma, as her mom passed away her senior year at Michigan. 

Cari Bohm is a redshirt sophomore middle blocker at the University of Illinois. She shares with us her experience in the importance of opening up and letting others help you, how investing in your identity outside of your sport can help when physically injured or feeling mentally down, and the power of Mother Nature. 

Cari’s story shows us the balance of taking care of your mental while performing at a high level.