Mental Toughness Podcast With Dr. Rob Bell

Matt Sandlin is an endurance athlete and winner of the 2026 Prairie On Fire Backyard Ultra, where he pushed through 43 yards—nearly 180 miles—to become the last runner standing. His remarkable performance is a powerful example of mental toughness, resilience, and faith.

1:06 The Hinge Moment That Altered the Course of His Life

5:07 The 100-Mile Race That Changed Everything

7:50 The Hinge Moment That Changed His Running Career

10:48 Training to “Own the Night”

15:22 Finding God in the Quiet Miles

20:44 The Prayer Before Prairie on Fire

24:04 Experiencing the Holy Spirit During the Race

30:14 Just Get to the Next Tree

36:49 Using Running to Reflect Christ

41:35 Focus Only on the Light in Front of You

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Webb Simpson, 2012 U.S. Open Champion, seven-time PGA TOUR winner, a former Ryder Cup and Presidents Cup competitor, shares insights on faith, mental toughness, hinge moments, and high performance.

2:42 The Origin of the Bible Caddie Podcast and a Friendship Built Through Golf and Faith

7:37 How Studying the Bible Shapes the Mental Approach to Life and Competition

11:39 Titus 3:3–7: A Favorite Bible Passage About Grace, Mercy, and Faith

14:21 How Fatherhood Deepens the Understanding of God’s Love

16:54 Living a Life That Others Are Watching

19:29 The Caddie Relationship That Helped Build Mental Toughness and Belief

23:46 Returning to a Long-Term Mindset Instead of Chasing Short-Term Results

25:12 Why Belief, Fundamentals, and Mental Toughness Have to Work Together

28:13 The Impact of Wake Forest Coach Jerry Haas On and Off the Golf Course

30:40 “Pleased, But Never Satisfied”: The Drive to Keep Getting Better

33:25 HINGE MOMENT: The Question That Changed the Mindset at the 2012 U.S. Open

35:00 Winning the U.S. Open by Focusing on the Process, Not the Leaderboard

39:33 Total Commitment: Why a Decision Means Eliminating Every Other Option

41:41 HINGE MOMENT: The Struggles That Made the 2018 PLAYERS Championship Victory So Meaningful

46:36 Remembering the Feeling of Walking to the 17th Hole at TPC Sawgrass

48:37 Why Ryder Cups and Presidents Cups Create a Different Kind of Pressure

52:28 Fight, Resolve, and the Spirit of the U.S. Ryder Cup Team

57:25 What Makes Scottie Scheffler a Once-in-a-Generation Golfer

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Kim Lewellen is the Head Coach of Women’s Golf at Wake Forest University, where she has built one of the nation’s premier collegiate programs. Since taking over in 2018, she has led the Demon Deacons to the program’s first NCAA National Championship in 2023, multiple ACC Championships, and numerous conference and national honors. She is widely recognized for her leadership, competitive excellence, and ability to develop athletes both on and off the course.

01:03 Living the Dream: Coaching and Connection at Wake Forest

02:52 No One Gets There Alone: Why Relationships Matter

04:38 Leaving 10 Minutes Early Can Change Someone’s Life

08:32 HINGE MOMENT: The 15 Seconds That Changed a Coaching Career

13:07 Mental Toughness: Don’t Overvalue a Bad Shot

14:40 The Power of the Debrief in Coaching and Performance

16:30 How an ACC Loss Helped Fuel a National Championship

23:43 Staying Present When the Pressure Is Highest

25:40 Winning Feels Better Than Having Won

28:08 Build Your Armor When Things Are Going Well

30:49 Two Rules for Building a Championship Culture: Be Kind and Work Hard

33:00 What Separates Elite Performers: Persistence and the Process

35:14 Building Confidence and Keeping Doubt From Taking Over

37:07 Giving Athletes Ownership of Their Development

44:51 When Elite Athletes Start Asking, “Am I Good Enough?”

49:37 The “Just One More” Mental Toughness Mindset

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Eric Ciano  is the Director of Strength and Conditioning for the Jacksonville Jaguars. Now entering his 17th NFL season, he previously spent 15 years with the Buffalo Bills, where he was named the NFL Strength and Conditioning Coach of the Year in 2020. He was also while strength and conditioning leadership roles at Georgia Tech, Tennessee, and Louisiana Tech. 

0:58 The Hinge Moment That Led to an NFL Strength & Conditioning Career

2:43 Winning a National Championship and Building Championship Culture

3:27 Leadership Lessons from Legendary Strength Coach Johnny Long

4:19 Building Mental Toughness Through Accountability and Standards

5:37 Daily Habits That Create High-Performance Athletes

6:38 How Mental Toughness Is Built Every Single Day

8:03 Building Confidence During an 0–8 NFL Season

9:10 Creating a Winning Team Culture with the Buffalo Bills

10:49 The "13 Seconds" Game and Recovering from Heartbreak

13:47 Leadership, Recognition, and Bringing Out the Best in People

15:33 Using Competition to Build Mental Toughness and Accountability

19:24 Why Talent Without Discipline Never Creates Champions

21:37 Getting Fired After 15 Years in the NFL and Moving Forward

24:21 Mental Toughness When Life Doesn't Go According to Plan

25:54 Leadership Lessons from Nearly Two Decades in the NFL

27:41 Why Passion Still Separates Great Athletes from Good Ones

28:43 What's Wrong with Youth Sports and Athlete Development Today

30:14 Calvin Johnson and the Habits of Elite Performers

33:02 Daily Training, Longevity, and Performing at a High Level

35:08 Purpose, and Life Beyond Football

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Sam Hawley is the owner of Zero Gravity Media, a brain cancer survivor, and an accomplished Spartan Race athlete. He shares how resilience, faith, and mental toughness helped him overcome life's greatest challenge while building a thriving creative business.

02:07 The Stage 4 Brain Cancer Diagnosis That Changed Everything

06:53 Preparing for Brain Surgery at Duke University

13:43 Recovery, Walking Again & Mental Resilience

19:10 Faith, Family & Finding Hope Through Adversity

24:35 Signs, Purpose & Life After Cancer

30:24 Sobriety, Addiction & Personal Transformation

37:14 Gratitude, Faith & Living as a Warrior

43:32 Mental Toughness Lessons from Surviving Cancer

46:45 Final Advice: Embrace Adversity & Live with Purpose

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Casey Weade is the founder of Howard Bailey Financial, dedicated to helping people retire with confidence and purpose. A nationally recognized retirement planning expert, podcast host, and speaker, Casey specializes in retirement income, tax-efficient strategies, and financial independence, empowering clients to build lasting wealth and live with intention.

3:01 Golf, Mental Toughness, and Handling Adversity

6:29 Goal Setting, Vision, and  Wealth Management Success

8:35 Family, Purpose, and Creating a Life Worth Living

12:55 Financial Independence in Your 20s and Redefining Success

18:17 Remembering What Is True Instead of Chasing More

20:03 Lessons from Nearly 600 Podcast Episodes

23:08 The Story Behind Howard Bailey Financial

26:29 Leadership, Culture, and Scaling a Growing Firm

33:55 Accountability, Expectations, and Conscious Leadership

46:55 Casey's Definition of Mental Toughness

52:10 The Emotional Side of Retirement and Identity

54:24 Why There Is No Finish Line  with Howard Bailey Financial

57:58 Final Thoughts on Purpose, Growth, and Living Fully

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Mike Bisaro is the President and CEO of  StraightLine⁠, an independent fiduciary wealth management and retirement planning firm. An Accredited Investment Fiduciary® (AIF®), Mike has spent more than two decades helping individuals, families, and organizations build long-term financial confidence. He is a nationally recognized speaker on retirement planning, investment management, and financial leadership.

1:05 Golf as the Foundation for a Career in Advice

7:24 What Financial Advisors Can Learn from Great Caddies

10:07 Buying the Firm and Navigating Succession

14:31 The Hinge Moments That Changed Everything

19:29 Leading a Team While Still Serving Clients

24:02 Why Trust Is the Ultimate Competitive Advantage

28:49 The Easiest Financial Decision Is the Hardest Mental Decision

35:08 Staying Steady When Markets Get Volatile

48:30 How AI Will Impact Financial Advisors

55:55 The Future of Wealth Management and Human Connection

1:01:04 Books, Learning, and Continuous Growth

1:03:25 The Meaning Behind Puke & Rally

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Sarah Dale is President of Know No Bounds and Partner at Performance Insights, where she works with financial advisors and financial services firms to enhance leadership, team performance, and business growth. Specializing in executive coaching and organizational development, she helps professionals build resilience, strengthen relationships, and maximize their potential.

1:11 Adapting Without Compromising Core Values

5:25 Why Leadership Vision Must Be Lived, Not Framed

10:42 The Career Opportunity That Changed Everything

12:31 Great Advisors Don't Automatically Become Great Leaders

17:20 The 7-Person Team Threshold in Wealth Management

20:32 Financial Advisor Coaching: Building High-Performing Support Teams

28:03 Using DISC to Improve Team Dynamics and Client Relationships

34:06 The Partnership Mistake That Became a Hinge Moment

36:51 Why Mindset Drives Every Leadership Decision

38:42 Mental Toughness in Wealth Management: Adapt or Get Left  Behind

41:51 Abundance Thinking, Hiring, and RIA Growth

45:53 Advisor Succession Planning Is Really About Trust

48:21 The Identity Challenge of Retirement for Financial Advisors

54:27 Stop Pointing Fingers and Take Ownership of Growth

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Dennis Morton and Katie Brown are the founders of Morton Brown Family Wealth, a firm dedicated to helping individuals and families align their financial decisions with their values and long-term goals. Through their client-centered approach, they guide families in building financial confidence, creating meaningful legacies, and navigating life's opportunities and challenges with clarity.

04:13 Billion-Dollar Vision & Goal Setting

06:01 Building a Purpose-Driven Client Experience

10:17 The Founders' Success Exercise

14:17 Transparency, Ownership & Business Growth

20:13 Consistency, Leadership & Client Trust

22:21 Wealth Beyond Money

26:22 The Future of Financial Advice

29:37 Financial Advisor Client Service Mistakes

35:23 Succession Planning for Financial Advisors

53:02 Overcoming Fear as a Financial Advisor

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Victoria Greene is the Chief Investment Officer and Founding Partner of G Squared, where she helps guide investment strategy and market insights for advisors and investors. Known for her thoughtful approach to leadership, decision-making, and navigating uncertainty, Victoria brings a unique perspective on mental toughness in high-pressure environments.

00:03:21 Why High Performers Need Quiet Before the Pressure Starts

00:05:46 The Most Dangerous Words in Investing: “This Time It’s Different”

00:08:17 The Emotional Reality of Losing Millions in the Market

00:11:43 Staying Disciplined When Fear and Headlines Take Over

00:14:48 Acting Like a “Personal Fed Chair” During Emotional Extremes

00:18:18 Growing Up With Toughness, Pressure, and High Expectations

00:24:40 Why Perfectionism Quietly Destroys Consistency

00:30:40 Learning to Recover Faster Instead of Beating Yourself Up

00:33:31 The Brutal Feedback That Changed Her Leadership Style

00:36:37 Building Winning Cultures Without Toxic Competition

00:38:34 What Great Quarterbacks Understand About Leadership

00:41:27 Creating a Culture of Success Without Losing Yourself

00:45:54 The Hardest Part of Success No One Talks About

00:49:36 Why Self-Awareness Is the Ultimate Leadership Skill

00:52:53 How Relationships Opened the Biggest Doors in Life and Business

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