In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. J, Horse Show Therapist as she sits down hosts Scott Cooper and Crysta Brown and makes them rethink their life choices (but in a productive way).
We talk about goal setting without emotionally damaging yourself, what does it look like to set a goal that isn't outcome based, and focusing on what brings us joy and not just everything that sucks right now.
We also get into the very real stuff: unrealistic timelines, comparison spirals, financial anxiety, and that constant feeling of “I should be doing more.” Dr. J breaks down why accepting your starting point isn’t settling, why flexibility is a skill, and how chasing tiny wins keeps you from rage-quitting a sport that already costs too much.
If you’re trying to build a winning mindset while also enjoying the ride (or at least not dissociating in the warm-up), this episode is a grounded reminder that progress is messy, flow state is worth chasing, and the joy is usually in the process, the people, and the moments when everything briefly clicks.
