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In this episode, Drs. Drew Brannon and Gabriela Caviedes explore a challenge nearly everyone faces: goal drift. Despite our best intentions, life gets busy, priorities shift, and the goals we set often fade into the background. Drew and Gabby discuss why this happens, common misconceptions about discipline and motivation, and a practical framework for getting back on track. If you've lost momentum on a personal or professional goal, this conversation will help you reset, realign, and recommit to what matters most.
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Physical fitness is often viewed as a way to improve appearance, but its impact goes far beyond how we look. In this Growth Spurt, Dr. Gabriela Caviedes explores the powerful connection between physical fitness, mental performance, and leadership. From improving focus and emotional regulation to increasing stress tolerance and decision-making ability, taking care of your body directly influences how you show up at work, at home, and in your relationships. Fitness isn't just personal, it's a leadership skill.
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In a world filled with constant notifications, endless demands, and the pressure to always be "on," silence can feel uncomfortable. But what if it's exactly what you need? Dr. Gabriela Caviedes and Anthony Alibro explore how intentional moments of silence and solitude fuel recovery, prevent burnout, and improve performance. Learn why the highest performers don't just know how to engage, they know how to detach, reset, and return with greater clarity and purpose.
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We all have goals, conversations, and decisions we plan to get to "soon." But what happens when soon never arrives? In this Growth Spurt, Dr. Drew Brannon explores how the habit of postponing action can quietly lead to missed opportunities and regret. He challenges listeners to conduct a personal "soon audit," identify where they're stuck in waiting mode, and take meaningful steps toward turning intentions into action.
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In honor of America's 250th anniversary, Dr. Milt Lowder and Anthony Alibro explore the enduring ideals of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness through the lens of performance psychology. They discuss the courage of the Founding Fathers, the tension between America's aspirations and realities, and the personal responsibility each of us has to live out our values. This conversation challenges listeners to move beyond division, embrace curiosity over judgment, and consider how individual choices shape the future of our communities and country.
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In this week's Growth Spurt, Dr. Drew Brannon explores a skill that has become increasingly rare: having healthy disagreements. Drew shares why humility is essential when entering difficult conversations, how listening often matters more than persuading, and why meaningful dialogue doesn't have to end with someone changing their mind. He also explains the value of patience, reminding us that not every disagreement needs to be resolved in a single conversation. Growth often begins when we learn how to disagree without creating unnecessary conflict.
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In this episode, Drs. Milt Lowder and Drew Brannon explore one of the most challenging transitions in any organization: moving from individual contributor to leader. They discuss why success in a role doesn't always translate to success in leadership, the mindset shifts required to lead others well, and the common mistakes organizations make when promoting talent. Whether you're considering a leadership role or developing future leaders, this conversation offers practical insights on redefining success, serving a team, and leading with humility.
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In this Growth Spurt, Dr. Milt Lowder explores how stress narrows our focus, pulls us away from what matters most, and can unintentionally disconnect us from others. Drawing on the science of the brain's stress response, Milt explains why stress often makes us more self-focused; he shares how awareness, gratitude, and joy can help us regain perspective and reconnect with our purpose.
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Dr. Drew Brannon welcomes the newest AMPLOS team member, Dr. Alissa Zawacki, for a conversation about industrial-organizational psychology and what it takes to help people and organizations thrive. Together, they explore common workplace challenges, including hiring, performance management, employee feedback, and organizational culture. Alissa shares why clarity, structure, and thoughtful systems matter when developing people, while highlighting practical ways leaders can create healthier, more effective workplaces where both employees and organizations can grow.
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As the World Cup brings together some of the world's most talented athletes, Dr. Milt Lowder explores what makes great teams truly successful. From sacrificing individual roles for a shared mission to navigating adversity together, this Growth Spurt examines the power of pursuing a worthy goal alongside others. What are you building, who is on your team, and how can you contribute to something bigger than yourself?
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In this episode, Dr. Gabby Caviedes and Anthony Alibro explore why racing thoughts, worry, and problem-solving often keep us awake, even when we're exhausted. Drawing from sport and performance psychology, they share practical strategies for building a better bedtime routine, including mental imagery, diaphragmatic breathing, worry journaling, and gratitude practices. Learn how to stop trying to force sleep and start training your mind to make rest come more naturally.
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In this Growth Spurt, Dr. Milt Lowder reflects on the challenge of accepting our humanity while continuing to grow. Milt explores the importance of focusing on what we can control, giving ourselves permission to experience difficult emotions, and finding meaning in life's challenges. He encourages listeners to embrace both the limits and possibilities of being human and to extend that same grace to others.
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In this episode, Drs. Drew Brannon and Gabby Caviedes unpack Rachel Entrekin's historic Cocodona 250 win as a lens for understanding performance under extreme pressure. From broader-than-self goals to micro-recovery, problem-solving under fatigue, and the power of "delusional belief," they explore what ultramarathon racing can teach us about preparation, resilience, and staying composed when we hit our limits.
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In this Growth Spurt, Anthony Alibro explores what burnout really looks like beyond just feeling tired, and explains why recovery requires more than simply pushing through. Anthony shares how experiences of awe, wonder, and perspective can help break the cycle of mental fatigue, restore energy, and reconnect us to something bigger than the endless grind of everyday responsibilities.
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In this episode, Dr. Milt Lowder and Anthony Alibro unpack the growing pressure to constantly produce, achieve, and stay busy. Together, they explore "productivity dysmorphia," or the distorted belief that no matter how much you accomplish, it's never enough. Through powerful stories, practical psychology, and honest reflection, they challenge listeners to rethink success and stop allowing productivity to define self-worth. If you've ever felt exhausted while still believing you should be doing more, this conversation is for you.
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In this Growth Spurt, Dr. Gabby Caviedes unpacks the hidden downside of always being "easygoing." While adaptability and flexibility can be strengths, constantly minimizing your needs can lead to resentment, exhaustion, and feeling unseen. Gabby challenges listeners to examine where they may be staying small to keep the peace, and explains why healthy growth sometimes requires speaking up and taking up space.
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As summer approaches, Drs. Drew Brannon and Milt Lowder challenge listeners to stop drifting through the season and start living with intention. In this conversation, they explore how to create a summer built around meaningful memories, growth, connection, and purpose (not just busyness). From identifying your family's priorities to balancing structure, rest, screen time, and spontaneity, they share practical ways to design a summer you'll look back on with gratitude instead of regret.
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In this Growth Spurt, Anthony Alibro shares a simple five-minute routine called "time boxing" that can help reduce overwhelm, improve focus, and create more intentional days. By identifying top priorities and planning your schedule hour by hour, this practical strategy helps ensure your time, energy, and attention are aligned with what matters most.
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In this episode, Dr. Gabby Caviedes sits down with Adekunle Olusanya, Owner of Limit Lifters, to explore the intersection of performance, identity, and mental resilience. From overcoming injuries to tackling the pressures of elite athletics, Adekunle shares how those experiences shaped his mission to help young athletes build confidence beyond the game. Together, they unpack the importance of measurable progress, mental health, emotional regulation, and why true growth requires both discipline and presence.
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In this Growth Spurt, Dr. Gabby Caviedes explores the subtle but important difference between patience and avoidance. While both can look calm on the surface, one leads to growth and the other keeps us stuck. Gabby shares a simple question to help identify whether you're trusting the process or delaying the uncomfortable, and explains why growth begins the moment we stop avoiding it.
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