The Growth Project

In this episode, Dr. Drew Brannon and Anthony Alibro unpack the realities of imposter syndrome and explain why even high achievers feel like frauds despite clear success. They explore how distorted thinking, fear of failure, and relentless comparison fuel the cycle, and why success often goes uninternalized. The conversation offers practical steps to challenge these patterns, redefine failure, and build authentic confidence by focusing on growth, evidence, and self-awareness rather than perfection.

Dr. Gabby Caviedes breaks down why self-awareness alone isn't enough to create lasting change. While insight can feel productive, real growth requires moving beyond reflection into intentional action and accountability. In this episode, she introduces a simple but powerful mindset shift: asking what your awareness requires of you. If you've ever felt stuck in overthinking or self-analysis, this conversation will help you take the next step toward meaningful, sustained change.

We're excited to welcome the newest member of the AMPLOS team and co-host of The Growth Project, Anthony Alibro. In this episode, Anthony joins Dr. Gabby Caviedes and they explore his journey from neuroscience research to sport and performance psychology. From overcoming performance anxiety as an athlete to training elite military units and coaching executives, Anthony shares how mindset, self-talk, and self-awareness shape performance in high-pressure environments. He unpacks lessons from sport, the military, and business, and explains his mission to help individuals and organizations thrive. Tune in for practical insights on resilience, leadership, and unlocking human potential where it matters most.

In this Growth Spurt, Dr. Gabby Caviedes unpacks why failure can start to feel like a pattern. When setbacks stack up, the brain can default to learned helplessness, turning outcomes into identity. Gabby challenges that narrative, encouraging listeners to treat failure as data, not definition. By focusing on what's controllable and making small adjustments, you can shift from feeling stuck to building momentum again.

In this episode, Milt Lowder and Drew Brannon reflect on insights from The Masters, exploring how environment, pressure, and expectations shape performance. From the power of being fully present to the importance of culture, team, and perspective, they unpack what makes elite performance so difficult and what it teaches us about leadership, business, and everyday life. Tune in for a thoughtful, real-time conversation on doing hard things well.

In this Growth Spurt, Dr. Gabby Caviedes explores the power of a clear vision. When you can clearly see where you're going, your brain begins to filter opportunities, direct effort, and sustain motivation. Gabby breaks down what makes an effective vision statement (specific, meaningful, and consistently reinforced) and challenges listeners to define their future with clarity; because people don't just move toward goals, they move toward futures they can clearly see.

In this episode, Dr. Gabby Caviedes sits down with Ashley McFeeley, a Mental Health Counselor, to explore the realities of working in sport psychology. From engaging youth athletes and navigating parental involvement to supporting collegiate athletes at the highest level, Ashley shares how mental performance and mental health intersect. They unpack the importance of presence, relationship-building, and continuous learning, revealing that success in this field isn't about having all the answers, but a genuine passion for helping athletes grow on and off the field.

In this Growth Spurt, Dr. Drew Brannon explores a surprising leadership superpower: the ability to step back. While many people feel the urge to jump in, fix problems, and control outcomes, great leaders recognize that sometimes the most powerful choice is restraint. Dr. Brannon challenges listeners to reflect on their instinct to intervene and consider when leaving something alone might allow others to grow, solve problems, and build confidence.

In this episode, Dr. Drew Brannon sits down with Drake Bernstein, national championship-winning head coach of the University of Georgia women's tennis team, to explore the hidden reality behind high-level success. Drake shares why chasing wins alone falls short, unpacking the mindset shift from outcomes to purpose that's centered on growth, love for the process, and what truly sustains fulfillment long after the trophies fade.

In this Growth Spurt, Dr. Milt Lowder challenges listeners to move beyond awareness and into action. Recognizing the gap between who you are and who you want to be is important, but awareness without action often leads to frustration. Milt encourages you to ask a powerful question: what's one brave step you can take today? Because courage doesn't just change your life; it can inspire others to step forward too.