Feeling stretched thin? In this episode, Drs. Drew Bannon and Gabriela Caviedes discuss one of the most powerful tools for managing your time: boundaries. They explain why better time management starts with better decisions, not more hours, and how setting boundaries protects your time, energy, and emotions and can dramatically reduce burnout. You'll gain insight into how boundaries create structure, improve focus, and help you protect what truly matters, making it easier to live and work with greater balance and purpose.

Building on the last two episodes focused on reflection and taking action, Drs. Drew Brannon and Gabby Caviedes address what often happens next: losing momentum. Most people begin the year with clarity and intention, but slowly drift off the path toward their goals. In this conversation, they unpack why progress fades and why consistent tracking matters. You'll learn how to monitor results, make timely adjustments, and build a feedback loop that keeps your growth aligned and sustainable throughout the year.

Building on their previous conversation in Episode 361 about closing out the year well, Drs. Drew Brannon and Milt Lowder turn their focus to what comes next: action. While reflection creates awareness, awareness without action can actually increase anxiety. In this episode, they unpack why so many goals and resolutions fade and share what it takes to make real, lasting change. You'll learn practical strategies to move from intention to execution, increase follow-through, and build systems that support sustainable growth throughout the year ahead.

As the year comes to a close, how you reflect can shape how you move forward. In this episode, Drs. Drew Brannon, Milt Lowder, and Gabby Caviedes unpack why a simple but intentional year-end process is one of the most powerful tools for personal and professional growth. They discuss the value of setting aside focused time to review what went well, what didn't, and what you learned along the way. Learn how thoughtful reflection builds clarity, fuels momentum, and positions you to step into the new year with purpose and confidence.

What if the same mental skills that elevate athletes could transform how leaders and teams perform at work? In this conversation, Drs. Milt Lowder and Gabby Caviedes explore how sport psychology seamlessly applies to the corporate world. Sport is a microcosm of life, teaching resilience through adversity, composure in success, accountability, and the power of teamwork. From handling pressure to sustaining performance over time, they unpack how lessons learned in competition translate directly to leadership, culture, and long-term success in business and beyond.

In this episode, Dr. Milt Lowder and Dr. Gabby Caviedes unpack The Power of Visualization, a proven mental skill that activates the same neural pathways as physical practice. They walk through how to visualize effectively: setting the right environment, building rich detail, writing your script, choosing your perspective, and even including adversity. They also highlight common mistakes and the core principle that your brain follows the most emotionally charged picture you create. From a place of quiet strength, learn to visualize who you want to be, not who you fear becoming.

In this episode, Dr. Milt Lowder sits down with Michelle Seaver, President of Greenville, Spartanburg, and Cherokee Counties for United Community Bank, to explore how true leadership is rooted in community impact. Michelle shares how her approach to banking extends far beyond financial services, focusing on uplifting people, strengthening local institutions, and fostering long-term prosperity across Upstate South Carolina. Her insights reveal what drives United's award-winning customer experience and how meaningful involvement shapes leaders who serve with purpose.

In this Thanksgiving special episode, Drs. Drew Brannon, Milt Lowder, and Gabby Caviedes explore the transformative power of gratitude. They break down what gratitude truly means, share simple daily practices you can start today, and unpack the science-backed benefits for your mind and body. The trio also invites you to join a 21-day gratitude challenge designed to help rewire your brain toward more positive thinking. Join us for a warm, practical conversation to help you appreciate what you already have.

In this episode, Dr. Milt Lowder sits down with Kathy Ligon, Founder & CEO of HINGE Advisors, to explore how leaders can scale without losing sight of their mission. Drawing on 40+ years in educational operations and more than 400 completed transactions, Kathy shares hard-earned lessons on building value rooted in purpose, people, and community. She unpacks how to grow responsibly, navigate transitions, and stay grounded in what matters most. Tune in for a compelling conversation for anyone committed to meaningful, mission-aligned growth.

In this episode, Drs. Milt Lowder and Gabriela Caviedes unpack why stress isn't always the enemy; it's often a signal for growth. They explore how to reframe your relationship with pressure and use it to fuel focus, motivation, and performance readiness. Drawing from both psychology and physiology, they explain what happens in your body under stress and share practical tools to manage it more effectively. Learn how to turn pressure into an advantage rather than a threat.