The True Adventure Podcast

You can’t logic your way out of a spiral if your brain thinks you’re being chased by a tiger.

When you're running your business from survival mode, you're not being strategic, you're just trying to stay afloat. Stress hijacks your brain, shuts down your executive function, and traps you in reactive thinking.

In this episode, I’m breaking down the science behind why you literally can’t think clearly when you’re stressed, and what to do instead. From canceled client calls to late-night spirals in bed, I’m sharing real stories and practical tools to help you flip the switch from chaos to clarity.

In this episode:

• Why you can’t access your logic brain when you’re in fight, flight, freeze or fawn

• The science of stress (and how it shows up in your business)

• What shower thoughts really tell us about how the brain works

• A simple but powerful tool to get out of the spiral and into aligned action

• How to start thinking like a calm, confident leader, even when the pressure’s on
  

This is the episode you’ll want to save for the next time your brain goes full doomsday mode. Let’s flip the switch and get you back into your power. 

Resources:

138. A framework that will calm you down and make you more money (the 3 r’s) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/138-a-framework-that-will-calm-you-down-and-make/id1602847459?i=1000704867447

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Apply for Summit Mentality Program: https://trueadventurecollective.com/mental-performance-coaching

CEO Society: https://ceosocietyseattle.com/

Spain Sales Retreat September 2025:

https://trueadventurecollective.com/spain-retreat

Thinking traps are sneaky, sticky, and seriously good at keeping you stuck. They show up quietly, when you miss a day of posting and convince yourself the whole launch is a flop, or when you assume someone didn’t buy because they think you aren’t good enough.

In this episode, we’re unpacking the seven most common thinking traps that business owners fall into, and exactly how to get out of them. These mental spirals might feel true in the moment, but they’re often just your primitive brain running the show.

You’ll learn how to recognize these traps, separate yourself from the stories, and step back into clarity and logic, so you can run your business from grounded confidence, not fear.

In this episode:

• The 7 thinking traps that trip up smart, ambitious entrepreneurs

• How to spot when your caveman brain has taken the wheel

• The 3-step process to climb out of the mental pit and back into your power

• Why emotion-based decisions often stall growth (and what to do instead)

• Easy questions to ask yourself when you’re spiraling or doubting
  

This isn’t about being perfect or never overthinking again. It’s about learning how to shift faster, think clearly, and stay anchored, no matter what business throws your way.

Resources:

Ep 92: Choosing which Thoughts to Surf https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/92-choosing-which-thoughts-to-surf/id1602847459?i=1000655208136

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instagram.com/trueadventureco

Apply for Summit Mentality Program: https://trueadventurecollective.com/mental-performance-coaching

CEO Society: https://ceosocietyseattle.com/

Spain Sales Retreat September 2025:

https://trueadventurecollective.com/spain-retreat

The people doing the big, bold things in life and business? They’re not always the smartest or most qualified, they’re just the ones who raised their hand.

In this episode, I’m sharing a real-time story of what happened when I said yes to something that totally scared me, and how it’s opening doors I never expected. We’re talking about what it really takes to go for the thing you want (it’s not having it all figured out first), and how visibility can change everything.

This isn’t about pretending you’re fearless. It’s about showing up anyway. It’s about starting small, building confidence as you go, and getting in the room, even when your brain is screaming, “who do you think you are?”

In this episode:

• Why showing up scared is better than not showing up at all

• The surprising power of raising your hand before you're ready

• How I ended up speaking at a major conference (way ahead of schedule)

• The four real sources of confidence (that you can tap into right now)

• How to start building visibility without feeling like a fraud
  

Resources:

Nike’s Founder: Phil Knight

93. Secrets of Confidence in Business: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/93-secrets-of-confidence-in-business/id1602847459?i=1000655891372

Instagram:

instagram.com/trueadventureco

Apply for Summit Mentality Program: https://trueadventurecollective.com/mental-performance-coaching

CEO Society: https://ceosocietyseattle.com/

Spain Sales Retreat September 2025:

https://trueadventurecollective.com/spain-retreat

You might be measuring the wrong things when it comes to productivity.

I sat down with productivity + results coach Denise Perkins, this conversation is going to shift the way you think about getting things done in your business. Denise doesn’t just teach productivity in the traditional sense, she’s all about helping entrepreneurs feel accomplished in ways that actually matter to them.

We talked about what it means to run a business without burning yourself out, how to make space for real results (not just busywork), and how to build a system that actually works for you, not against you.

One of my favorite things she shares is her weekly CEO meeting. It’s simple, and intentional. You’re going to want to try it for yourself.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why you might feel “unproductive” even when you’re getting things done

• What it really means to be intentional with your time (and how to do it)

• Her exact process for planning out 90-day goals that actually move the needle

• The difference between being busy and being productive

• How to stop waiting for things to be “perfect” before you take action

If you’re someone who’s constantly doing all the things but still questioning if it’s enough, this one’s for you. Denise has such a grounded and refreshing way of approaching productivity, and I know you’ll walk away from this episode with at least one powerful shift.

Resources:

Connect with Denise Perkins:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedeniseperkins/

Sign up for the CEO Meeting Workshop: https://deniseperkins.com/ceo-meeting-workshop-2025Karina's Instagram:

instagram.com/trueadventureco

Apply for Summit Mentality Program: https://trueadventurecollective.com/mental-performance-coaching

CEO Society: https://ceosocietyseattle.com/

Spain Sales Retreat September 2025:

https://trueadventurecollective.com/spain-retreat

If your relationships feel a little one-sided, it might not be what you're saying, it's how you're responding.

In a world of half-texting, multitasking, and distracted conversations, real connection has become rare, but it doesn’t have to be.

This week, I’m breaking down one of the most powerful skills I learned while working with elite performers and the U.S. Army: Active Constructive Responding. It’s the only communication style that actually puts energy back into your relationships, and it takes less than 30 seconds to change how someone feels around you.

This episode will help you build stronger connections in your personal life, your business, and with your team, and show you how to stop accidentally draining the people you love most.

In this episode:

• What actually makes a connection feel supportive and safe

• The four ways we respond to good news, and why only one builds trust

• How to stop hijacking, one-upping, or shutting down conversations (even with good intentions)

• Why your clients and loved ones need more from you than just “I’m proud of you”

• How this simple skill can transform your friendships, your team culture, and even your marriage

• The reason you might feel like a burden, and what to do instead
  

Whether you’re a business owner, a parent, or a partner, this is the episode that will shift how you show up in every relationship that matters.

Resources:

Instagram:

instagram.com/trueadventureco

Apply for Summit Mentality Program: https://trueadventurecollective.com/mental-performance-coaching

CEO Society: https://ceosocietyseattle.com/

Spain Sales Retreat September 2025:

https://trueadventurecollective.com/spain-retreat

You’ve hit the goal. You signed the client. You pulled it off. But did you stop to actually celebrate it?

In this episode, I’m talking about hustle culture and the cost of skipping the celebration. If you’re constantly chasing the next milestone without pausing to acknowledge how far you’ve come, you’re not just missing out, you’re burning out.

I’m sharing the psychology of success, how your brain craves checkpoints, and why acknowledging your wins isn’t a luxury, it’s the fuel that keeps you going.

This is your reminder to stop, celebrate, and let it all soak in. Because growth doesn’t always mean pushing harder, it means honoring the version of you who got you here.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why high performers often struggle with celebration, and how to shift that

• How contentment and ambition can exist at the same time

• What sports psychology (and game consoles) teach us about business growth

• Why skipping celebration sabotages long-term motivation

• What your 1% better might actually look like (hint: rest counts)

• Why the Summit Mentality Program might be the exact support your brain has been craving

Resources:

Instagram:

instagram.com/trueadventureco

Apply for Summit Mentality Program: https://trueadventurecollective.com/mental-performance-coaching

CEO Society: https://ceosocietyseattle.com/

Spain Sales Retreat September 2025:

https://trueadventurecollective.com/spain-retreat

You’ve got big goals, a long to-do list, and you’re ready to hire a business coach to finally get ahead…But what if your mind isn’t ready to implement the strategy they’ll give you?

In this episode, I’m sharing on what every high-level entrepreneur needs before investing in strategy: mental performance coaching.

With lessons from working with elite athletes, U.S. soldiers, and powerhouse entrepreneurs, I break down why your brain is your most important business tool — and what happens when it's not on your side.

You can’t outsource your mindset. And no Google Doc, KPI tracker, or 6-figure coach will help if your nervous system is fried and your motivation is MIA.

In this episode, I’m breaking down:

• The critical difference between a business coach and a mental performance coach

• How to know if your mind is actually ready for a strategy

• What Tom Brady can teach you about business success (yes, seriously)

• Why burnout is a human problem, not a business one

• My favorite mental performance strategies for overcoming procrastination, overload, and self-sabotage

You don’t need more willpower. You need nervous system tools. Let’s get you out of survival mode and back into your power.

Resources:

Instagram:

instagram.com/trueadventureco

Apply for Summit Mentality Program: https://trueadventurecollective.com/mental-performance-coaching

CEO Society: https://ceosocietyseattle.com/

Spain Sales Retreat September 2025:

https://trueadventurecollective.com/spain-retreat

Your nervous system might be running your business. and not in a good way.

Whether you’re stuck in overthinking, constantly people-pleasing, procrastinating that one email, or feeling like you're sprinting 100mph with nothing to show for it… you're likely caught in a survival response: fight, flight, freeze, or fawn.

This week, we’re getting into the real reason business feels hard sometimes, and how to shift out of it.

In this episode, I’m breaking down:

• What the fight, flight, freeze, and fawn responses actually look like in your business

• How to recognize your go-to survival pattern (and stop shaming yourself for it)

• A simple 3-step framework (Recognize, Regulate, Redirect) to get back to clarity and confidence

• Why elite performers don’t hustle harder, they shift faster

• The biology of stress and how to use your body to calm your brain

You don’t need more willpower. You need nervous system tools.

Let’s get you out of survival mode and back into your power.

Resources:

Million Dollar business Workshop: https://trueadventureco.hbportal.co/public/milliondollarmindset

Instagram:

instagram.com/trueadventureco

Apply for Summit Mentality Program: https://trueadventurecollective.com/mental-performance-coaching

CEO Society: https://ceosocietyseattle.com/

Spain Sales Retreat September 2025:

https://trueadventurecollective.com/spain-retreat

If you’ve ever looked at your to-do list and thought, “There’s no way I’m going to get all of this done,” this episode is for you.

I’m chatting about a mindset shift that’s changed everything for me and my clients: business isn’t a sprint, it’s a marathon. And just like training for a marathon, building your dream business happens one intentional mile at a time.

In this episode, I’m breaking down:

• Why growing your business is just like running 500 miles to prepare for a 26.2 mile race
• How I plan my own goals using my 13 Weeks to Get Sh*t Done framework
• Why small, daily actions matter more than massive, unsustainable effort
• And how you can finally stop spinning your wheels and start building momentum

I’ll show you how to create a business rhythm that actually works, one that keeps you moving forward without burning out.

Let’s map out your training plan together. Press play and let’s get to it.

Resources:

Instagram:

instagram.com/trueadventureco

Apply for Summit Mentality Program: https://trueadventurecollective.com/mental-performance-coaching

CEO Society: https://ceosocietyseattle.com/

Spain Retreat:

https://trueadventurecollective.com/spain-retreat

Let’s talk about the most underrated skill in business: the follow-up.

In today’s episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the exact mindset and strategy that turned a no-show consult into a $5,500 client. Spoiler: it had nothing to do with chasing people or being pushy, and everything to do with making life easier for my clients.

If the word “follow-up” makes you squirm, you’re not alone. But you didn’t start your business to play it safe, you started it to serve, to lead, and to make things simple for the people you help.

So let’s rewrite the narrative. Because when done with heart and confidence, following up isn’t annoying, it’s service.

Inside this episode, you’ll learn: 

• How to follow up without feeling icky

• Why people ghost (and why it’s not personal)

• The mindset that keeps your pipeline full

• Simple follow-up messages that actually convert

It’s time to be the kind of CEO who doesn’t let good leads go cold.Let’s bump it to the top of their inbox, and straight into your bank account.

Resources:

Instagram:

instagram.com/trueadventureco

Apply for Summit Mentality Program: https://trueadventurecollective.com/mental-performance-coaching

CEO Society: https://ceosocietyseattle.com/

Spain Retreat:

https://trueadventurecollective.com/spain-retreat