Your brain is always listening — and whatever you tell it, it runs with. In this episode, we dig into why self talk matters, how it shapes your performance, and what to do when your thoughts are working against you. You’ll learn how to interrupt the spiral, choose better inputs, and get different results.

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Even mindset coaches have mindset spirals. In this episode, I walk you through a real moment of fear and comparison I had before a big event — and how I coached myself through it. You’ll learn the exact tools I used to interrupt the loop, shift back into confidence, and get grounded again. If you've ever felt like you're falling behind or not ready, this one’s for you.

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Building a strong mindset is about more than just setting goals. In this episode, I break down what it takes to develop a well-rounded mindset—covering everything from emotional regulation to confidence and rituals. Whether you're managing nerves or bouncing back from mistakes, this episode will help you strengthen all the right parts of your mindset for consistent success in dog sports.

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Today, we dive into four powerful focus strategies to help you stay calm and focused in the heat of the moment—whether you're in the ring or dealing with trial-day chaos. From pre-run rituals to in-the-moment refocusing techniques, let's maintain mental clarity and regain focus in the ring.

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We all know process goals matter — but actually sticking to them? That’s another story. In this episode, I break down the common mindset traps as “handler types” so you can finally see what’s holding you back and how to shift.

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We all have our “things” — the socks we always wear, the lucky leash, the warm-up routine. But what’s the difference between a superstition and a routine? Or a ritual and a habit? In this episode, we dig into the psychology behind the things we repeat before our runs and how they can either support or sabotage our mindset. Spoiler: superstition isn’t a bad word. In fact, it might be your secret weapon... when you use it with intention.

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Bad trial day? We’ve all been there. Instead of letting it ruin my mindset, I used it as a live experiment in bouncing back—fast. In this episode, I break down exactly what went wrong, how I recovered in under an hour, and the mindset tools every handler needs to reset after setbacks. Whether you struggle with ring nerves, frustration, or just a rough competition day, this is your roadmap to getting back on track—quickly. Let’s make mental resilience a priority!

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Ever feel a little lost after hitting a big milestone? Whether you just earned a title, had an amazing trial weekend, or finally hit a long-time goal, the “After-Q Slump” is real. Even elite athletes experience a mental dip after a major success! If you’ve ever wondered What now? after reaching a goal, this episode is for you!

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Confidence isn’t just something you “have” or “don’t have”—it’s something you build (like reps in the gym, but for your brain). In this episode, we’re diving into what really fuels confidence in the ring and why waiting to “feel ready” is a total trap. Plus, I’ll share practical strategies to boost your confidence, even when doubt is creeping in. If you’ve ever felt rock-solid in training but wobbly in competition, this one’s for you!

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Sure, mistakes are “sticky” because there are emotions attached to them, but they are also sticky because of how we treat them. When we replay a mistake over and over again in our minds, a neural pathway is formed - and it’s not a pathway that serves us. By using “revision” we can alter that mistake before we file it away in our memory bank.

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