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The 260 JourneyThe Best Way to Study End TimesDay 41
Today’s Reading: Mark 13
It seems that in Jesus’ ministry, when something significant was going to happen, He took with Him the same three guys: Peter, James, and John. It is as if their names roll off your tongue. Those names just sound right together.
Those three men saw and heard things the other nine close disciples missed out on. When Jesus went to the Mount of Transfiguration, for instance, He took with Him Peter, James, and John. When He went into a room to raise a little girl from the dead, He w...
2026-02-2504 minThe 260 JourneyThe Best Way to Study End TimesDay 41
Today’s Reading: Mark 13
It seems that in Jesus’ ministry, when something significant was going to happen, He took with Him the same three guys: Peter, James, and John. It is as if their names roll off your tongue. Those names just sound right together.
Those three men saw and heard things the other nine close disciples missed out on. When Jesus went to the Mount of Transfiguration, for instance, He took with Him Peter, James, and John. When He went into a room to raise a little girl from the dead, He w...
2026-02-2504 min
Champions Network2026 NBA Preview: Dylan Harper and the Rising PistonsThe competitive history between the San Antonio Spurs and the Detroit Pistons is defined by two distinct eras of elite basketball: the defensive-minded championship battles of the mid-2000s and a high-stakes, star-studded resurgence in the mid-2020s.The 2005 Championship DuelThe pinnacle of this rivalry occurred during the 2005 NBA Finals, a series widely remembered as a "too-close-to-call" matchup between the league's two premier defensive teams. From 2003 to 2005, both franchises routinely finished in the top three for points allowed, creating a tactical chess match that prioritized grit and rim protection.The...
2026-02-2432 min
Order of the Blazing HorseCade 4Q King + Center Play DominanceFresh on the heels of a 4 game win streak, Harry and Mickey are pleased as punch with the Pistons' young core. Whether it's Cade Cunningham devouring teams in the 4th quarter, or Jalen Duren and Isaiah Stewart putting up 20+ point, 10+ rebound games, or the overall disruption of Ausar Thompson and Ronald Holland II, there's a lot to like in the D. Detroit is sittin' pretty as the 2nd seed in the Eastern Conference, with a fairly favorable looking schedule through the rest of Novemember, and the fellas at the Order tackle whether the Pistons should hold steady and keep...
2025-11-071h 01
Mannen met een hobbyAfl. 106 - MiniaturenJe kunt natuurlijk naar de modelbouw-winkel lopen om wat spulletjes te halen als uitbreiding van je treinbaan, maar Ronald bouwt het liever zelf. Hij heeft echter geen zolder met een treinbaan, is geen lid van een modelbouwclub, en de spullen die hij maakt zijn niet eens zichtbaar (op een paar na). Hij bouwt van alles in miniatuur en stopt het in dozen. Tot die ene dag. De dag dat hij wél een kamer heeft om zijn droombaan met eigengemaakte miniaturen te bouwen. Kan nog even duren, maar tot die tijd is hij lekker bezig met bouwen van de m...
2025-10-1418 min
Locked On Tigers - Daily Podcast On The Detroit TigersPISTONS POSTCAST: STATEMENT MADE! Detroit Pistons TOP New York Knicks, Cade Cunningham Drops 36 PointsThe Detroit Pistons achieved a convincing 115-106 victory over the New York Knicks in a thrilling matchup at Little Caesars Arena. Led by an outstanding performance from Cade Cunningham, who scored 36 points and dished out 8 assists, the Pistons showcased their offensive prowess with a field goal percentage of 57.3%. Jalen Duren also had a remarkable game, going a perfect 9-for-9 from the field while contributing 18 points and 13 rebounds. Other notable contributions came from Tobias Harris and Ronald Holland II, who added 17 and 13 points, respectively. Despite a strong effort from the Knicks, particularly from Karl-Anthony Towns, who tallied 25 points, the Pistons...
2025-04-1119 min
Alles Onwijs Eerlijk: puberdagboekpodcastAflevering 67In aflevering 67 vind ik oortongen nog geen vreemdgaan, gok ik met de familie hoelang het huwelijk van Marco Borsato en Leontine Ruiters gaat duren, en vertel ik over het heerlijke eiland Lahaika.
2024-04-2617 min
Talking ToughnessEverybody's Talking Mental Toughness - Ronald Duren Jr & Gaj RavichandraThis is Part 3 of our series of podcasts which steer away from our usual format to focus on the subject of caring, compassionate, empathetic and kind leadership. We are delighted to bring back snapshots of our discussion with Ronald Duren, Jr. and Gaj Ravichandra, who, through their illustrious careers inspire their clients and students to embrace life with the same enthusiasm and adaptability as demonstrated throughout their own lives. The idea of Leadership is simple, less so is delivering it. In our next book, Who Cares Wins, we have asked prestigious contributors to share their k...
2024-03-1139 min
WNL Haagse LobbySpanningen binnen NSC vanwege hoofdrol voor Wilders (27 november 2023)Een apolitieke verkenner, daar was Geert Wilders naar op zoek nadat Gom van Strien het veld moest ruimen vanwege een integriteitskwestie. Nu wordt het Ronald Plasterk, oud-PvdA’er en minister geweest op twee departementen. Volgens hem hoeft een formatie niet lang te duren. Te gast bij presentator Martijn de Greve zijn:
Aanstaand hoofdredacteur van EW Magazine - voorheen Elsevier - Hella Hueck
Parlementair journalist van het AD en PVV-watcher Niels Klaassen
Lobbyist, CDA-lid, jurist staatsrecht/internationaal recht, kortom duizendpoot Marcelo Mooren
Politieke verslaggever Thomas van Groningen
WNL Haagse Lobby is een programma van Omroep WNL.
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2023-11-2751 min
Barre BeukersBarre Beukers #39 | Ronald Haasje denkt dat hij Jake Paul kan verslaanHet skeelerseizoen is alweer een poosje aan de gang, het leek ons dus de hoogste tijd om jullie weer bij te praten over al nieuwtjes vanuit en rond het peloton.
In deze aflevering: Waarom Marcel Scheperkamp niet de een goede opvolger voor Willem Hut is. Wat was het zakje met witte poeder dat de Colombiaan Alex Cujavante achter zijn transponder vandaan haalde? Hoe lang zou de relatie tussen Jutta Leerdam en Jake Paul duren? En wie wordt de rondemiss van Staphortst...
2023-05-2437 min
Forging Mettle Podcast080 | Janey McGill | Live great adventure storiesOur guest today is Janey McGill. She has been a lawyer, a soldier and an art dealer. But not at the same time. She is now a filmmaker, an explorer, a speaker and a designer. After years of experimenting and searching for fulfillment she has crafted a life that brings her joy and purpose.
She's led a somewhat unconventional life. The ‘things’ society deem important, she often doesn't. Making choices with her heart leads to incredible learning and adventure. The consequences of those decisions and the circumstance of her life prompt much introspection and self-examination. As she says...
2023-05-031h 06
Forging Mettle Podcast079 | Emilia Elisabet Lahti | The yin and yang of strength and gentlenessThis week we welcome my "SISU sister" to the forge. Elisabet and I have so much alignment around the concepts of doing hard things, overcoming adversity, being tough and staying the course. But to also make room for changing course when needed, softness, gentleness, compassion for yourself and those we lead. You will come away with ideas of how we can be both tough and gentle, and why we should. This is the leadership model of the future. We discuss what it means to honor yourself. And that pushing on is not always the best choice.
Show...
2023-04-261h 10
Forging Mettle Podcast078 | Jason Van Camp | Hard is coming your wayAs the author of a bestselling book with the title, "Deliberate Discomfort," you can imagine our guest today is a perfect fit for the Forging Mettle podcast. Jason Van Camp is a former special forces soldier and now teaches people how to proactively seek out hard things through his company Mission Six Zero. In this discussion I was fascinated by Jason's origin story of his company, how he talks about failure, and what he believes we need to do to live our best lives.
Show notes:
Jason B.A. Van Camp is what Malcolm Gladwell...
2023-04-1950 min
Forging Mettle Podcast077 | Lisa Jaster | Be awesome at whatever you decide to doToday's guest is our first Army Ranger on the show. Even though she was a trailblazer for women, I purposely left out that "adjective" of being female. Lisa recently published her book, "Delete the Adjective: Soldier's Adventures in Ranger School." I think you are going to find her approach to excellence, raising kids, controlled suffering and doing hard things and facing adversity.
Show notes:
Army Lieutenant Colonel Lisa Jaster is a soldier, an engineer, a wife and mother, and a trailblazer. One of only three women to graduate from the first integrated United States Army...
2023-03-2959 min
Forging Mettle Podcast076 | Bev Weintraub | Earning wings of gold the hard wayIn today's show we talk about female aviators forging a path for those who followed. They were instrumental to having the combat aviation exclusion for women finally removed. Our guest, Bev Weintraub, has written the first book detailing their incredible historical journey. This story includes head shaking moments, great courage, humility and perseverance.
Show notes:
Beverly Weintraub is a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and instrument-rated private pilot. As an editorial writer for the New York Daily News, she covered topics including education, social services and aviation. She shared the 2007 Pulitzer for Editorial Writing for an in-depth in...
2023-03-0842 min
Forging Mettle Podcast075 | Massimo Pigliucci | Our quest for leaders of characterToday's guest is Massimo Pigliucci. In his latest book, "The Quest for Character: What the Story of Socrates and Alcibiades Teaches Us about Our Search for Good Leaders," he looks at lessons of leadership and politics from ancient Greece. What is character? Is it something we are born with or can we develop it? We wade into compelling topics like wealth, power, greed, cooperation and competition. No discussion about character can skip over politics. Enjoy the show!
Show notes:
Massimo has a PhD in Evolutionary Biology from the University of Connecticut and a PhD in P...
2023-02-221h 03
Forging Mettle Podcast074 | Brian Slade | Trauma doesn't have to kick your buttIn today's episode we talk about trauma from someone who has experienced it as a combat aviator and also in his personal life. What he has to share could help us all take a different approach to how trauma affects us. Does it burn us down or heat our house? There are many factors that define trauma for us, but perhaps the most powerful is how we think about it. He has a wonderful "lightning" analogy that I think you will find useful.
About Brian:
One in three will experience a significant trauma in their l...
2023-02-081h 00
Forging Mettle Podcast073 | Fireside Reflections | Strategic planning, goals, habits and routinesA quick recap of 2022 and looking ahead to 2023. In this solocast, Ron discusses 3 types of goals and which one is most important, strategic planning, work ethic, and how much habits and routines drive our behavior. Don't miss this episode as you prepare to make 2023 your best year yet!
Habits and routines (article)
https://www.cnbc.com/2023/01/01/why-everyone-needs-to-know-the-difference-between-habits-and-routines.html
"Adventure Psychology: Knowingly Going Into the Unknown" (textbook)
https://www.amazon.com/Adventure-Psychology-Routledge-Research-Environment/dp/1032003049/ref=sr_1_1?crid=22LZ8Y5MM9PAM&keywords=adventure+psychology&qid=1672844466&s=books&sprefix=adventure+psycholgoy%2Cstripbooks%2C164&sr=1-1
2023-01-0427 min
Forging Mettle Podcast072 | Tammy Barlette | Learning to hold on looselyToday we talk with a mental coach for aviators. You'll get a firsthand account of what it's like to be a female instructor pilot in the U.S. Air Force. But rest assured there is plenty of wisdom in our discussion for the non-pilots among us. We banter about self-confidence, finding root causes, trusting your brain, women in leadership and performing at your best under pressure. Enjoy the show and please leave us a rating and review!
Our guest, Tammy Barlette retired from the Air Force in 2018 after 20 years of dedicated service. During her last assignment she w...
2022-11-2456 min
Forging Mettle Podcast071 | Fran Racioppi | Navigating a complex world betterFormer Green Beret Fran Racioppi joins us to discuss far ranging topics like quiet quitting, meeting people where they are, properly setting standards for yourself and those that you lead, navigating a complex world and a decision-making process to help you come out ahead more times than not. Thank you for listening.
Show notes:
Fran served 13 years in the United States Army as a Green Beret, deploying three times to Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation New Dawn. In 2013, he deployed to Djibouti, Africa in support of Operation Enduring Freedom, where he co...
2022-10-2645 min
Forging Mettle Podcast070 | Abigail G. Manning | Learning to thrive in spite of traumaIn today's grind-it-out, never ask for help, always on, stuff it down, culture, we need more discussions like this one. We candidly discuss different ways to frame "asking for help" to make it a bit easier to do, and even fun when approached in the right way. We also have a lively back and forth chat about how to better deal with the life trauma we all carry. You're going to find real value in what Abigail has to say about healthy habits and self-limiting beliefs. Thanks for tuning in.
Show notes:
Abigail G. Manning i...
2022-10-1955 min
Forging Mettle Podcast069 | Building the Elite | Managing strengths and weaknessesToday we discuss many topics related to managing the mental side of performance in difficult situations. Our guests train special forces candidates to get through the demanding selection process. What can we learn from those who do hard things? Topics such as the big five personality traits, emotional regulation, using humor to blunt the effects of hardship, and who survives, who fails, and why.
Building the Elite
www.buildingtheelite.com
If you’re reading this, you are likely pursuing a challenging path. BTE was founded to help people like you develop the skills you’...
2022-10-1048 min
Forging Mettle Podcast068 | Paul Napper | Better decision-making in the face of adversityToday we talk with psychologist Paul Napper about the power of personal agency. What it is, and how we can cultivate more of it to help us face demanding situations in life. Like a global pandemic. You don't want to miss this fascinating discussion as you'll come away with actionable tools to "steer your ship" better when the storms of life descend upon us.
Show notes:
Dr. Paul Napper helps business leaders increase their effectiveness through focusing and strengthening their agency as leaders. His professional background includes extensive experience in assessment and the application of psychological principles to improve the pe...
2022-08-3151 min
Forging Mettle Podcast067 | Caleb Campbell | Tested by the fireCaleb Campbell achieved his childhood dream. To play football in the NFL. Only to have his world come crashing down around him. His dreams shattered. He now says those shattered dreams are what saved his life. This is a man who knows what it means to be tested by the fire and emerge stronger. Listen in to hear his struggles, triumphs and life lessons so that we can all lead better lives and be better humans.
Show notes:
A short video about Caleb's story: https://vimeo.com/697427004
In 2008, I graduated the United States Mi...
2022-05-1857 min
Forging Mettle Podcast066 | Donald Robertson | Thoughts give us leverage over our emotionsToday's guest has walked in the footsteps of Socrates and Plato. Literally. Donald Robertson visits the forge to discuss cognitive behavioral therapy and explain how it was derived from ancient Stoic philosophy. We discuss how our thoughts influence our emotions. Once we can begin to harness how we think, we can begin to unlock the secrets of high performance that ancient philosophers knew well.
Show notes:
Donald is a writer, cognitive-behavioural psychotherapist and trainer.
Donald specializes in teaching evidence-based psychological skills, and known as an expert on the relationship between modern psychotherapy (CBT) and classical Greek and Roman philosophy. He w...
2022-05-121h 03
Forging Mettle Podcast065 | Juliet Hahn | Finding your hidden superpowersHow many times have you been told, "you're just not very good at that." Today we discuss how words matter, and to use them carefully. We all have superpowers and they may not be what you think they are. Hidden in what might called a weakness, may actually be a strength. Life is full of paradoxes, we highlight some of those in our chat.
Show notes:
Juliet Hahn grew up in Moorestown, New Jersey, a quaint town just outside of Philadelphia. She had a fulfilling childhood and her parents, Marc and Barbara, showered their five c...
2022-04-1345 min
Forging Mettle Podcast064 | David Richman | Finding inspiration in the struggleHow many of us have been directly or indirectly impacted by cancer? My guess is, almost all of us have some form of cancer story. Today's guest wrote a book that looked closely at our relationship with cancer. From all perspectives; survivors, caregivers, friends, and those we've lost. It is a heavy conversation, while inspiring and uplifting at the same time.
About David:
As a former sedentary, overweight, smoker, David knew that he needed to focus not on what others wanted out of him, but on what he wanted out of life. Through lessons learned i...
2022-03-1750 min
Forging Mettle Podcast063 | Fireside Reflections | Embracing adversity to forge happinessDo we truly know what will deliver happiness to our doorstep? Everyone is searching, but few are finding it. Perhaps our happiness model is broken? I'll discuss this as a teaser of my upcoming TEDx talk. I'll also expand on my thoughts of "empathize and empower" from Julie Lythcott-Haims.
If you like the show, please give us a 5-star rating and review.
Visit Forging Mettle: www.forgingmettleacademy.com
2022-02-1620 min
Forging Mettle Podcast062 | Julie Lythcott-Haims | How to raise strong kidsThis is a far ranging, passionate discussion that you are sure to enjoy. We explore topics like free range kids, stranger danger, overprotecting. How to empathize and empower not only our kids but also adults. How to become stronger in the face of the storm. This is a discussion we all need right now.
Show notes:
I believe in humans.
I’m rooting for all of us to make it.
I’ve come to appreciate that despite our innumerable differences, we all want to be treated with dignity and kindness. We all ye...
2022-02-0954 min
Forging Mettle Podcast061 | Massimo Pigliucci | Cultivating areté with stoicismWhat is your philosophy of life? We all have one, but many of us don't give it a second thought. We will discuss what makes a good life, how to cultivate excellence, preparing for the worst, what is a good death, nailing the job interview and surviving the pandemic. All with the guidance of a fascinating 2500 year old philosophy.
Show notes:
Prof. Pigliucci has a PhD in Evolutionary Biology from the University of Connecticut and a PhD in Philosophy from the University of Tennessee. He currently is the K.D. Irani Professor of Philosophy at...
2022-01-2656 min
Forging Mettle Podcast060 | Carrie Leaf | Rewriting the stories we tell ourselvesWhat are the stories you are telling yourself about your place in the world, your identity, and where you are going? These stories can be incredibly impactful to our wellbeing. Carrie and I discuss how to tell better stories, dealing with anxiety, the difference between PTG and PTSD, how we respond to trauma, our belief systems, changing our behavior and EMDR therapy. You'll come away with useful tips to therapize yourself.
Show notes:
Carrie Leaf is currently a practicing psychotherapist, holistic mindset coach, and hypnotherapist. She holds her undergraduate degree in Psychology with a minor i...
2022-01-1247 min
Forging Mettle Podcast059 | Addie Bracy | Life is an endurance sportIn today's discussion, it is my hope that although much of our conversation is specific to ultrarunning, that you see the connection to life. Life is, after all, an endurance sport. You’ll want to hear Addie’s thoughts on self-talk, attentional style and focus, her experience at the 2018 Leadville 100, why self-awareness is so important and are women tougher than men?
Show notes:
Addie Bracy is an expert in mental training for athletes. She excels on the road, on the track, and on the trails and mountains. She’s a Certified Mental Performance Consultant, author of Men...
2022-01-0545 min
Forging Mettle Podcast058 | Fireside Reflections | Doing hard things in 2022In this fireside reflection, Ron discusses the recent wildfires in Colorado. Looks back at the top five episodes of 2021. Shares his thoughts on strategic planning, goals, new year's resolutions and doing hard, uncomfortable things in 2022. What's on your list? Listen in to hear what Ron is going to tackle this year.
2022-01-0133 min
Forging Mettle Podcast057 | Stanley McChrystal and Anna Butrico | Building your risk immune system for resilienceThis episode is a real gem, filled with wisdom. Co-authors General Stan McChrystal and Anna Butrico join me to talk about leadership, risk, resilience, adaptability and what they call our risk immune system. We discuss the risks associated with a global pandemic, special military operations, and how to navigate a complex changing environment in corporations.
Show notes:
General McChrystal was a green beret, ranger and paratrooper during his career. He is perhaps best known for his command of Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC) in the mid-2000s. As you might guess, he was no stranger t...
2021-12-1549 min
Forging Mettle Podcast056 | Courtney Ackerman | Adversity and savoring create meaningWhat is resilience? How does it compare to mental toughness and grit? Can we develop it, and what are its benefits? How does adversity influence savoring? We cover all of this and much more with psychologist Courtney Ackerman this week.
Show notes:
Courtney is the author of four published books on positive psychology-related topics, including:
My Pocket Positivity (link)
5-Minute Bliss (link)
My Pocket Gratitude (link)
My Pocket Meditations for Self-Compassion (link)
The Book of Patience (link)
Midnight Meditations (link)
The Illustrated Book of Mindful Meditations for Mindless Moments (link)
After growing up i...
2021-12-0838 min
Forging Mettle Podcast055 | Bill Mullen | The power of the 5000 year old mindToday's guest, Bill Mullen, is a voracious reader. We're going to talk about his book list and some of the books that have inspired him in his long 34 year career in the United States Marine Corp. We're going to talk about Admiral James Stockdale, congressional medal of honor winner. We discuss the Stockdale paradox, and how it relates to our ongoing challenges with the pandemic. We're even going to mix in a little bit of General Custer and Crazy Horse.
Show notes:
Mullen holds a BA and MA in political science from Marquette University, and...
2021-12-0133 min
Forging Mettle Podcast054 | Jordan Wylie | Making a difference through adventureToday we talk with extreme adventurer Jordan Wylie about what it's like to take on adventures around the world all in the support of serving a greater good. His experience as a combat soldier drives his passion to give back, and help children from war torn areas. From running underground marathons to paddle boarding the ocean, he embraces adventure as a model for us all.
Show notes:
Jordan Wylie is a former soldier, bestselling author, extreme adventurer and also one of the stars of Channel 4’s BAFTA-nominated and award-winning shows Hunted and Celebrity Hunted.
In...
2021-11-2438 min
Forging Mettle Podcast053 | Leadership panel | Do we need a level playing field? (2)Part of the mission of Forging Mettle is to provide an equal spotlight on strong female leaders; their seat at the table in the forge is vital to our revolution. In this podcast, we present our "Denver Startup Week" panel discussion with four of our former guests: Kim "KC" Campbell, Shannon Huffman Polson, Jannell MacAulay and Amy McGrath. This is a powerhouse panel of successful women, all with a military aviation background. We discuss important topics of leadership, and how to be successful in your chosen field. This is part 2 of 2.
YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com...
2021-11-1739 min
Forging Mettle Podcast052 | Leadership panel | Do we need a level playing field? (1)Part of the mission of Forging Mettle is to provide an equal spotlight on strong female leaders; their seat at the table in the forge is vital to our revolution. In this podcast, we present our "Denver Startup Week" panel discussion with four of our former guests: Kim "KC" Campbell, Shannon Huffman Polson, Jannell MacAulay and Amy McGrath. This is a powerhouse panel of successful women, all with a military aviation background. We discuss important topics of leadership, and how to be successful in your chosen field. This is part 1 of 2.
YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com...
2021-11-1042 min
Forging Mettle Podcast051 | Fireside Reflections | Let's talk about controlIn this solocast, Ron discusses the 4 C's model of mental toughness. The 4 C's being: Control, Commitment, Challenge, Confidence. This episode focuses on control, and its sub-categories of life control and emotional control. Hear his thoughts on what we control and what we don't. And why understanding this in your own life can remove stress and increase wellbeing.
2021-11-0328 min
Forging Mettle Podcast050 | Paula Reid | Adventure awaits those who dareThis week we talk with the first adventure psychologist. A term she coined and is now writing the book on the topic. We discuss ideas that fit well in the forge. Have we become too soft? How does adventure, fun, challenge and awe improve our wellbeing? What mode are you currently in? Surviving, coping or thriving? What is adventure psychology? Enjoy this very unique discussion with a lovely guest.
Show notes:
If anyone knows about mental toughness - Paula Reid does. She has learned resilience first hand and understands how to perform enduringly in the t...
2021-10-1340 min
Forging Mettle Podcast049 | Fireside Reflections | Women in leadership and imposter syndromeWe've been trying for decades to level the playing field for men and women in the workplace, and we haven't quite made it there. There might be a simple reason for this...what if there is no "level" playing field - regardless of who you are. So, what if we changed the narrative and said, "that's ok." Instead of "leveling" we could work together to build a "new normal."
Show notes:
Work with us! www.forgingmettleacademy.com
Denver Startup Week www.denverstartupweek.org
Women in Leadership: Do we need a level p...
2021-09-2951 min
Forging Mettle Podcast048 | Tony Blauer | How self-awareness informs situational awarenessAlthough Tony's background is in the combative industry, much of what he teaches can be applied to all areas of our life where we feel fear. Let's be honest, we face fear on an almost daily basis in myriad ways. If we can know our fear, and befriend it, we are more able to control it. We discuss some catchy acronyms to help demystify fear and understand why it's happening. There is also a fascinating connection between fear management and time management.
Show notes:
Coach Tony Blauer has been in the martial art, self-defense, defensive t...
2021-09-2241 min
Value Jagers PodcastHet belang van dividendaandelen (wat zijn kannibalen op de aandelenmarkt?) -- podcast #22Onze huisanalist Joeri is gespecialiseerd in bedrijven die maar één prioriteit hebben op de beurs: totale aandeelhouderswaarde creëren. Centraal hierin staat cashflow. Zowel voor de bedrijven als de aandeelhouders. Dit zijn de stille cashmachines die beleggers stap voor stap rijk maken. (Zo legt Joeri bijvoorbeeld op het einde van de podcast uit dat dividendaandelen eigenlijk de ENIGE MANIER zijn om een realistisch PASSIEF INKOMEN op te bouwen: https://bit.ly/3Aw2KuW) Vaak zijn deze stille cashmachines echte, rotsvaste value aandelen. Een jaar geleden kwam er een stevige rotatie op gang van groei naar dez...
2021-09-2117 min
Forging Mettle Podcast047 | Kim "KC" Campbell | You can’t have courage without fearWhat do you do when your aircraft is hit by enemy fire over Baghdad and your control inputs no longer function? You have 20 seconds to figure it out or you'll be forced to eject over enemy territory. This week we hear Colonel Kim "KC" Campbell tell the tale of her harrowing mission in 2003. She learned a lot about herself that day. She faced her fear with courage. Listen in as we talk about confidence, perseverance, preparation, assertiveness and authenticity.
Show notes:
Colonel Kim “KC” Campbell served in the Air Force for 24 years as a fighter pilot...
2021-09-1544 min
Forging Mettle Podcast046 | Sean Hyson | Forge a strong body and strong mindThis week we talk with an athletic trainer who has worked with and interviewed many top Hollywood stars. He has learned plenty from some of the biggest names in fitness. He believes that it is important to build not only physical strength, but also mental strength. We talk about mental toughness, intrinsic motivation, motivation, willpower, the power of small steps, conversations about 'cheap heat' with Hulk Hogan and sticking to the plan.
Show Notes:
I’m the Group Training Director for Muscle&Fitness and Men’s Fitness magazines. I write about and edit workouts, diets, exerc...
2021-09-0831 min
Forging Mettle Podcast045 | Fireside Reflections | What I learned being a digital nomadTune in this week as blacksmith Ron Duren Jr recaps his summer of traveling through 9 western states. He spent almost three months being a digital nomad. Traveling 4000 miles all the while working and staying at airBnB's along the way. The lessons were profound. He talks about adversity, uncertainty, fear, anxiety and non-attachment in this fascinating talk.
Show notes:
The Comfort Crisis (book) by Michael Easter
2021-09-0139 min
Forging Mettle Podcast044 | Andy Molinsky | Pushing the boundaries of comfortIn a world that seems to be addicted to taking shortcuts, hacks and taking the easy path, this week's guest pushes back on that narrative. He believes that we should strategically seek out times to do "necessary evils." He explains why getting out of our comfort zone is fundamental to our growth. Why is it beneficial and when should we do it?
Show notes:
Andy Molinsky is a Professor at Brandeis University’s International Business School, with a joint appointment in the Department of Psychology. Andy received his Ph.D. in Organizational Behavior and M.A. i...
2021-08-1843 min
Forging Mettle Podcast043 | Amy McGrath | Cultivating courage to follow your dreamsAs one of the first female fighter pilots, Amy was a trailblazer in an environment that saw very few women. Her message about what it means to be a patriot, how to forge strength in the face of adversity, how to deal with failure, and how to have the courage to keep going when doors are closed, are not to be missed. This is a powerful message for us all.
Show notes:
Amy graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy and was commissioned as a Marine Corps officer in 1997. She earned her Wings of Gold a...
2021-08-1148 min
Forging Mettle Podcast042 | Fireside Reflections | Are you ready to quit your job?As we struggle to emerge from a once in a century disruptive event, we are seeing unprecedented spikes in people quitting their jobs. Why? What is causing this phenomenon and how are corporate leaders managing this dilemma? Perhaps you are also considering quitting your job? You'll want to listen in this week as we discuss why you should, or shouldn't follow the crowd.
Show notes:
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"Greenlights" by Matthew McConaughey
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2021-07-2837 min
Forging Mettle Podcast041 | Fireside Reflections | Is your self-worth defined by your productivity?This week we discuss topics focusing on our "always on" culture and how its leading to burnout, lack of motivation and mental health issues. Can we strive for more but also be content with what we have? Can we work hard to be our best selves, but also not get caught up in the "never enough" mindset? Some are calling this phenomena "internalized capitalism." We wrestle with these questions and many more in this episode.
Show notes:
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2021-07-2153 min
Forging Mettle Podcast040 | Rachel Druckenmiller | Let your voice be heardSo often we silence ourselves at work, at home or out in the world for one reason or another. Approval from others, lack of confidence in our ideas and convictions, or maybe we just misplaced the tools to simply speak out effectively in that meeting at work. That silence however can actually cause us physical, emotional and mental pain that manifests in a myriad of ways. Not to mention - creating missed and meaningful opportunities for us.
Rachel Druckenmiller shares her story of living a "muted life" only to be pushed to a place of desperately needing...
2021-07-1551 min
Forging Mettle Podcast039 | Mark Divine | Create a better present and futureWhat does it mean to 'Forge an Unbeatable Mind'? Can we actually 'thrive' in a VUCA World (one of Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity & Ambiguity)? Retired Navy Seal Commander Mark Divine has practiced a lifetime of martial arts, EMDR and CBT therapy, military training, visualization and trauma healing (these are only the tip of the iceberg) and now through his teachings and training he is able to share and help others implement what he has learned for creating a 'better life' through controlling how we perceive our reality and handle stress and uncertainty.
He spent years as a Navy Se...
2021-07-0956 min
Forging Mettle Podcast038 | Erika Armstrong | Can we have it all? Marriage, Family & Career?The divorce rate is rising in the United States as we start to surface from the pandemic. This week we speak with a career-woman that shares her thoughts on how important it is to your career...that you choose your partner (or next partner) wisely. Erika Armstrong has married and divorced, raised children of her own and climbed to the top of a successful career as an aviation pilot. Her thoughts on "having it all" might surprise you. She will tell you that it's not exactly possible to 'have it all', but she'll also give you a new way o...
2021-06-3046 min
Forging Mettle Podcast037 | Rich Diviney | Challenge, stress & uncertainty 101When stress, challenges and uncertainty come into our lives, Rich Diviney believes our skills take a back stage and it is our attributes that shine (for better or worse). Perhaps attributes we never knew we had, perhaps ones we wish we didn't. What are attributes? How can we define them? Grow and develop them? Most importantly, how can we become self aware around how we're showing up in stressful situations? Author of the book: "The Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance", Rich Diviney takes us on a journey of understanding the science behind how our daily challenges (from a...
2021-06-2355 min
The John Clay PodcastKentucky basketball recruiting updateCollege basketball coaches are back on the road recruiting for the first time since the coronavirus pandemic began in the spring of 2020. Lexington Herald-Leader and Kentucky.com University of Kentucky basketball recruiting writer Ben Roberts talks to Herald-Leader sports columnist John Clay about how UK's recruiting is going. Ben and John talk about Jalen Duren, Shaedon Sharpe, Dereck Lively, JJ Taylor and more prospects. They also discuss the dynamics of John Calipari's coaching staff with the additions of Orlando Antigua and Ronald "Chin" Coleman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-06-2137 min
Forging Mettle Podcast036 | Melissa Douaire | Loss! The 'new' work conversationWhat's the meaning of everything that's happened in all of our lives this past year and half throughout the course of the pandemic? Some of us have thought about what we've gained during this time, but more often most of us have felt a lot more around what we've lost (understandably). We may not even use the word "loss" for what we're feeling but this discussion with 'loss and healing' expert, Melissa Douaire, will show that there is some real processing we all need to make space for if we want to flourish moving forward. This is not a...
2021-06-1652 min
Forging Mettle Podcast035 | Jim Loehr | Good character fuels high performanceThis week we wrestle with the commonly held belief that reaching the top requires taking no prisoners and vanquishing foes on the journey upward. How important is good character to high performance? The data that Jim Loehr and his team have collected might surprise you. Do nice gals and guys really finish last?
Show notes:
Dr. Loehr has worked with hundreds of world-class performers from the arenas of sport, business, medicine and law enforcement, including Fortune 100 executives, FBI Hostage Rescue Teams, and military Special Forces.
Corporate clients of the Institute represent hundreds of F...
2021-06-0252 min
Forging Mettle Podcast034 | Kumar Mehta | Finding your personal excellenceWhat is it that world-class athletes tap into, or that the leading names in business are able to harness in order to reach excellence? Are us everyday people, parents, managers and entrepreneurs able to do something similar...to tap into that type of excellence ourselves? Or are the top 1% of successful people just born 'GREAT' and the rest of us have to settle for just being 'GOOD'?
What if we could ALL maximize our physical, mental and social potential using the same tools that the top 1% utilize. Dr. Kumar Mehta takes us on a journey this week int...
2021-05-2632 min
Forging Mettle Podcast033 | Doug Strycharczyk | What is mental toughness?Find out why we all need mental toughness in our lives, how we can develop it and what exactly it is. With it we have more success, more fulfillment in life, less stress, anxiety and fear. Can we assess how mentally tough we are - we can. Do women or men score higher on these assessments - one of the genders does. Listen to find out and learn more as we dig in on the topic with expert Doug Strycharczyk.
Doug is the CEO of AQR and for AQR International – Founded in 1989, AQR is no...
2021-05-1948 min
Forging Mettle Podcast032 | Heather Younger | Caring for others builds resilienceOur guest this week refused to allow childhood adversity turn her into a victim. She changed the story, and she now helps others do the same. She believes caring for others can move the needle in the right direction. Treating people with respect, empowering them, and letting them know they matter will make them "go to the N-th degree" to return the favor.
Show notes:
Heather R. Younger is an experienced keynote speaker, two-time author, and the CEO and Founder of Employee Fanatix, a leading employee engagement, leadership development, and DEI consulting firm, where she...
2021-05-1240 min
Forging Mettle Podcast031 | Fireside Reflections | Managing burnout with mental toughnessThis week Ron & Tara talk about the topic that is EVERYWHERE right now. "Burnout"
Stress, anxiety, exhaustion, productivity, motivation, purpose, rest. These are all on the table today as each of them are experienced by each and everyone of us, regardless of how much we try to fight, ignore or push through them. What we'll talk about today is that there are ways to manage each of them in order to thrive...rather than just survive. Managing the factors that contribute to burnout just requires a set of tools. Tools we can add to our Mental Toughness toolk...
2021-05-051h 17
Forging Mettle Podcast030 | Rorke Denver | 'Act of Valor' isn't just a movie titlePhysically recognized for his leading role in the 2012 blockbuster movie, Act of Valor, Rorke Denver hangs with us this week to talk about anything and everything from parenting, to being a movie star, why we should embrace fear and failure, and how to build an ethos to help us through hard times. Commander Rorke T. Denver has run every phase of training for the U.S. Navy SEALs and led special-forces missions in the Middle East, Africa, Latin America, and other international hotspots. He starred in the hit film Act of Valor, which is based on true SEAL adventures...
2021-04-2850 min
Forging Mettle Podcast029 | Cara Brookins | How to get unstuck and build your citadelCara Brookins built a house! Not a big deal, you say, many people have built a house. Cara did it with her own hands, as a single mother of four kids and no prior construction experience. She did it all with the help of youtube videos and a lot of trial and error. You're going to fall in love with her story of resilience and down to earth message. As she likes to say, "what's the worst that can happen?"
Show notes:
If you’re thinking I built a house because I’m some kind of n...
2021-04-2153 min
Forging Mettle Podcast028 | Brooke Chesnut | Learning the power of listening on Mt. EverestIn this far ranging discussion with mountaineer and generational consultant Brooke Chesnut, we hear his harrowing stories on Denali and Everest. He explains why learning to be patient and listening more were transformational for him on a personal level. We also discuss hard decisions at high altitude and the lessons he learned.
Show notes:
http://brookechesnut.com/
Brooke Chesnut has dedicated 38 years of corporate experience building two 7 figure sales teams in two different industries in Colorado. He hired, trained, mentored and inspired 4 different generations of workers to create incredibly successful enterprises.
D...
2021-04-1449 min
Forging Mettle Podcast027 | Alden Mills | Lead yourself, reach your goals, forge commitmentThe only way to get people to be 'all in' at work and at home, is for you to be 'all in' all the time yourself. The only way to achieve this is by making sure you lead yourself BEFORE leading and taking care of others. We talk to Alden Mills, former Navy Seal, about how to forge your commitment by taking action and managing your physical, mental and emotional well-being to find your greatest success. And then how to take that strength and get others to rally behind you and give you everything they've got.
Alden...
2021-04-0743 min
Forging Mettle Podcast026 | Jess Kidd | Pain! A better you than yesterdaySoft people need to experience pain. “Pain is part of the deal. Pain is growth.” says Jess. But pain brings fear and resistance, so then what do we do...how do we break past all of that and come out better on the other side? Jess Kidd joins us today to share the pain she experienced as a teenager, the pain she takes on herself as an adult, and how all of this allows her to help others today. An incredible journey that may ‘hurt’ a little to listen to!
Show notes:
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2021-03-3140 min
Forging Mettle Podcast025 | Chris Bordoni | Overcoming adversity and reinventionIn this week's visit to the forge, we talk with resilience coach and cancer survivor, Chris Bordoni. We discuss facing our mortality. What is resilience? How to build everyday resilience with simple daily steps. What is a 'failure resume,' and why is it something all of us should create. How does post traumatic growth transform us to be stronger and better?
Show notes:
Chris Bordoni is a resilience coach, cancer survivor, and management consultant. He has been through his share of adversity in his life and has been a good student in the school of...
2021-03-2446 min
Forging Mettle Podcast024 | Fireside Reflections | Rewrite your story for success, it's easier than you thinkIn this Fireside Reflections solocast, we turn the microphone this time to your blacksmith Tara O'Brien. She shares her stories on doing hard things, beating back imposter syndrome, and how she learned (and now teaches) to use the power of our own narratives to succeed in everything we do. Our mind can tell us powerful (very believable) stories, but taking control of those stories is something we all have the power to do. Tune in to find out how it's as easy as learning how to do a few pushups!
Show Notes:
-Tara O'Brien. https://www...
2021-03-2257 min
Forging Mettle Podcast023 | Sandra Stosz | Women in leadership: adapt, adjust & be agileOne of the more amazing women we've had the pleasure to chat with about leadership, character, and how women can navigate leadership in a male dominated organization/industry...and be successful. After 40 years in leadership positions within U.S. Coast Guard, recent author of Breaking Ice & Breaking Glass, our new friend Sandy Stosz shares what she's learned throughout the decades on being an incredible and successful leader...even as an introvert surrounded by military men.
Show Notes:
https://sandrastosz.com/
Fortitude: American Resilience in the Era of Outrage by Dan Crenshaw
Extreme Ownership: How U.S. N...
2021-03-1751 min
Forging Mettle Podcast022 | Simon Marshall | The neuroscience of sufferingLet's take a journey into how the brain works when facing adversity. We're going to talk brain science in this fast moving episode that is sure to educate and entertain. What happens in the brain when we do hard things and suffer? More importantly, can this be trained and developed? Tune in to find out.
Show notes
About Simon Marshall:
I grew up in Zambia, Africa, and in different parts of the UK. My travelling childhood was spent obsessively playing soccer, rugby, and tennis, before I found competitive cycling. I started training and r...
2021-03-101h 03
Forging Mettle Podcast021 | Margot Morrell | Leadership during crisisWe talk about the grit and perseverance it takes to be an effective leader of people when faced with the worst conditions and the most unfortunate circumstances. To do this, we travel back in time to learn more about and discuss the journey and survival of Sir Earnest Shackleton and his crew aboard The Endurance.
Here to dive into the details of this world-renowned survival story of over 2 dozen men...led by one man who had to overcome 18 months of hell in the most extreme conditions. Margot Morrell brings this story to light for us. She has st...
2021-03-0349 min
Forging Mettle Podcast020 | Abigail Marsh | How fear is related to altruism"If humans are evil, why do we sometimes go to extraordinary lengths to help others even at a cost to ourselves?" This week we talk to an expert psychologist about what makes people more altruistic than others...and why some people have no empathy and can even be labeled as 'psychopaths'. We cover the spectrum between the two which brings about some fascinating ideas on what a year of isolation is doing to people and what effects it might have on how we understand what others think and feel.
Show notes:
About Abigail Marsh: She is...
2021-02-2447 min
Forging Mettle Podcast019 | Patrick Sweeney | Changing the narrative about fearHas fear even held you back from achieving your dreams? Or is it your relationship with fear that held you back? Patrick shares his journey to change his narrative about his fears and how you can too. He is candid about how it changed his life in unimaginable ways.
About Patrick:
"I grew up terrified of everything. I didn't have confidence or self-esteem. My biggest fear was flying. I made excuses every time I had a chance to fly – on exchange programs, to family reunions, for big races, I made excuses to cover up the sha...
2021-02-1749 min
Forging Mettle Podcast018 | Allie Reuter and Nick Kohler | College students on the front linesIt's time to talk about hard things. Allie and Nick share what it's like being a college student during a 'once in a century' pandemic. We'll talk about what challenges they face as they navigate isolation, social media, dating, life after graduation, political unrest and mental health. This is an eye opening discussion from the perspective of the next generation of leaders.
2021-02-1043 min
Forging Mettle Podcast017 | Mark Udall | Adventure builds mettleFormer Colorado senator Mark Udall talks to us about adventures on Everest, the Baja and long dessert backpacking trips. The lessons he has learned from pushing his physical limits, building mettle and engaging with nature are fascinating. This is a podcast filled with rich stories of adventure and leaves us with nuggets of wisdom on why we all should do hard things to enrich our lives.
Show Notes:
Colorado resident and native Westerner Mark Udall represented the people of Colorado in the U.S. Senate from 2009 to 2015 and the 2nd Congressional District from 1999 to 2009. Before se...
2021-02-0346 min
Forging Mettle Podcast016 | Shilo Brooks | Comfort is not the highest goodThis episode takes a trip down a different path than many of our guests. But it is no less relevant to the development of mental toughness. Shilo talks to us about how tolerance should be painful, strengthening the mind like the body as an exercise, and that comfort is not the highest good. What does your intellectual diet look like? This conversation will challenge some preconceived notions of what a good life looks like.
Show Notes:
Shilo Brooks is Faculty Director of the Engineering Leadership Program, Associate Faculty Director of the Benson Center for the Stud...
2021-01-2740 min
Forging Mettle Podcast015 | Laurence Gonzales | Survival skills for everyday lifeIn this riveting discussion, Laurence shares his father's incredible story of survival from World War II. This led him to become a subject matter expert on survival. What separates survivors from victims? Are there secrets in the stories of survivors that can help all of us survive everyday life? We will explore all of this and more.
Show notes:
Laurence Gonzales is the author of numerous books and has won many awards, including two National Magazine Awards and the Distinguished Service Award from the Society of Professional Journalists. He was also awarded the Montaigne Medal...
2021-01-2047 min
Forging Mettle Podcast014 | Marisa Porges | How to raise bold, courageous and resilient womenDr. Marisa Porges has been in the room with Barack Obama, interviewed Al Qaeda terrorists, and flown jets off aircraft carriers. She now leads an all girls school and her passion is imparting her wisdom on her students. Her take on how to raise the next generation of female leaders is eye opening. There is are plenty of nuggets of wisdom, not only for our female listeners, but our men also.
Show notes:
Marisa Porges, PhD, author of What Girls Need: How to Raise Bold, Courageous, and Resilient Women, is the eighth Head of School at...
2021-01-1346 min
Forging Mettle Podcast013 | Fireside Reflections | Why do hard things?In this Fireside Reflections solocast, we turn the microphone to your blacksmith Ron Duren Jr. He shares his stories of doing hard things, running 50 miles, and why taking on hard things is so important for purpose, fulfillment and meaning in life. He believes they are a rite of passage where we learn about the true fabric of who we are. In short, they test our mettle.
Show notes:
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2021-01-1143 min
Forging Mettle Podcast012 | Todd Stottlemyre | Be the observer of your emotionsIn this raw, moving conversation about vulnerability, shame, anger and guilt. Todd gets real about his struggles. Although Todd faced his demons about his brother's death, he has emerged from the fire as a better, stronger, kinder person. Listen how Todd talks about rescuing himself from his despair by forgiving himself for his perceived sins of the past.
About Todd:
Todd Stottlemyre is a former MLB pitcher, high-performance business coach, bestselling author, keynote speaker, business owner, active investor, and advisor to multiple companies, including a fast-casual poke concept. Each day, he works to help his cli...
2021-01-0648 min
Forging Mettle Podcast011 | Fireside Reflections | Finding the good in 2020Tara and Ron discuss 2020 and look ahead to 2021. They will talk about their struggles and triumphs this year. They will discuss what it's like to be a podcaster and what has surprised them about the journey so far. They review riveting highlights from previous and upcoming shows. They'll leave you with a glimpse of great things to come on the Forging Mettle podcast going into the new year. Don't miss this end of year wrap up!
Show notes:
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2020-12-301h 02
Forging Mettle Podcast010 | Julia and Travis Gentry | We dare you to pursue your dreamsThis podcast breaks the mold, and unapologetically goes against the grain. Julia and Travis are not your ordinary couple with four kids. They refuse to be shackled to a dreary life devoid of adventure. They have boldly decided to follow their dreams and break free from what society tells us we should do, and they do it all with young'ns in tow. Tara and Ron have a fun and lively discussion that is well suited for the start of a new year and perhaps new adventures. Do you dare to follow your dreams as Julia and Travis have? If...
2020-12-2343 min
Forging Mettle Podcast009 | Kyle Coon | Adapt, improvise and overcome adversityKyle shares his views on creativity, problem solving, and finding a way. Instead of focusing on what you don't have, focus on what you do have. His message that we always have a choice and we are not helpless is empowering for us all. Join us as we gain real world tips on navigating your way through adversity in life.
About Kyle
Kyle Coon lost his sight at the age of six after a battle with Retinoblastoma—cancer of the eye. However, not having sight has not stopped him from pursuing vision. Since then he ha...
2020-12-1630 min
Forging Mettle Podcast008 | Jannell MacAulay | Utilizing a 'mindful minute' to find your badass warrior's edgeThis week in the forge, we talk with retired Air Force pilot, Dr. Jannell MacAulay. She is the founder of "Warrior's Edge," which provides mental skills training to military, first line responders and anyone in a high stress environment. We talk about how you can unlock your "badassery" and find your warrior's edge by doing some of the mental push ups she prescribes. Her philosophy is that we need to exercise our minds to make them strong just as we do our physical bodies. You'll enjoy this fascinating discussion where we even break a rule, or two. Don't miss...
2020-12-0944 min
Forging Mettle Podcast007 | Brad Anderson | How to keep moving forward with type I diabetesMultiple time Leadville 100 mile run and mountain bike finisher Brad Anderson shares with us the trials and tribulations of dealing with type I diabetes. Brad was diagnosed with adult type I diabetes just a few years ago. Amazingly, he just kept on running and biking long distances. How he continues to do these amazing feats of endurance and mental fortitude is a fascinating listen. Join us as we learn the secrets of how to keep moving forward in the face of uncontrollable obstacles.
2020-12-0132 min
Forging Mettle Podcast006 | Kelli Calabrese | How the inner work will help you become intentionally fabulous after divorceWe talk with a divorce coach as she shares how you can take a body-mind approach to healing after loss. Often we feel like a failure after divorce and a have a sense of loss of identity. We'll discuss pain through purpose, and how you can turn that pain into a catalyst for reinvention. Whether you are going through a divorce or not, this episode is about how to face a traumatic life event, process it, and then heal. You too can have a bonus life after loss.
About Kelli Calabrese
After my excruciatingly painful d...
2020-11-2537 min
Forging Mettle Podcast005 | John Fitch | Creating a rest ethic to match your work ethicIn this episode, we explore the other component of mettle that is often overlooked. How do you spend your time off? How do you rest? Do you have a rest ethic? What does time off mean to you? For most people the answer is going to be vacation or holiday. But as John Fitch explains, to be our best it should go much deeper than that. Although rest and relaxation are part of it, it goes much deeper than that. Your rest ethic should serve as a nourishment of your soul through many activities that may surprise you. I...
2020-11-1843 min
Forging Mettle Podcast004 | Shannon Huffman Polson | Using resistance to help you rise and the importance of narrativeIn this rapid fire discussion with Shannon Huffman Polson, we discuss healthy ways to face your fear. Understanding and then owning the narrative arc of your life. If we can change our story regarding fear, it can help us overcome challenges, rather than hinder us. Shannon shares with us what it's like to face that primal fear in the cockpit of an Apache attack helicopter in Bosnia. And then relating it back to the pressure of being a keynote speaker and Today Show guest.
About Shannon
Speaking and writing have been part of my DNA s...
2020-11-1136 min
Forging Mettle Podcast003 | David Bidler | In the sport of life, to talk about mindset, we must talk physiology firstIn this intriguing discussion David walks us through how to use our breathing as a superpower to not only regulate our physiology, but also our stress levels. In these chaotic times, this message carries even more importance. By understanding our physiology, we can better manage our mental health through our mind-body connection.
About David
David Bidler is a speaker, author, and leader in professional development. David is the CEO of Breathe to Perform which shares the science of stress management and peak performance with industry leaders and their teams. David proudly serves as the President o...
2020-11-0443 min
Forging Mettle Podcast002 | Lesley Paterson | Mastering your craft, mollycoddling, seeking out adversityA lively discussion with 5-time world champion, Lesley Paterson, from the world of Xterra triathlon. Join us as Lesley explains what it's like to reach the top of your field and then come tumbling down. Her insights on how to deal with the pressure of success, setbacks, and struggles are lessons for us all. She will share her thoughts on mastering your craft, self worth and body image issues. She feels that seeking out adversity and even embracing suffering is important so that we can grow and reach new heights.
About Lesley
Basically I’m a...
2020-10-2840 min
Forging Mettle Podcast001 | What is forging mettle?Welcome to the forge! Tara and Ron discuss why doing hard things and resisting taking the easy path in life is beneficial to your wellbeing and happiness. Get to know your blacksmiths and why they believe this podcast is so important in our modern world.
2020-10-2121 min