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EPISODE · Mar 10, 2025 · 14 MIN

Dealing with Disappointments

from The Adventure Paradox · host Cat Caldwell Myers

In this minisode, I explore the theme of disappointment—how it shows up in life and how I’ve learned to handle it with resilience (and a little bit of humor). From losing my favorite hat to facing weight loss struggles and business challenges, I share personal stories of setbacks and the mindset shifts that help me keep going. My recent skiing trip to the Dolomites taught me unexpected lessons about patience, self-acceptance, and embracing my body rather than fighting against it. I also open up about the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, the importance of sharing struggles instead of bottling them up, and the mantra that’s been guiding me lately: "This could be the start of a great story." I encourage listeners to reframe their disappointments, trust the process, and stay open to unexpected wins. Plus, I tease some exciting content coming in April, including a joke-a-day series and fantastic guest appearances. Through it all, I remind everyone (including myself!) to keep a sense of humor—because sometimes, what feels like a setback is just the beginning of an even better adventure. Takeaways from this episode: Disappointment is inevitable, but how we respond to it matters. Mindset shifts help—reframing setbacks as potential great stories makes them easier to navigate. Personal struggles are universal—whether it’s weight loss, business hurdles, or losing a favorite hat, we all face challenges. Self-acceptance is key—especially when it comes to body image and personal growth. Stay open to unexpected wins—what seems like a loss today might lead to something even better. Humor helps! Laughing at life’s twists and turns makes them more manageable. The proverb shared in this minisode is: “We must all suffer one of two things: the pain of discipline or the pain of regret.” Send us Fan Mail Support the show✨ Join the Spiritual Horse Seeker Summit👉 Go here to HEAR my Tedx talk ✨ Order Wings of Purpose — now available on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GYL381CS👉 Book Launch Party, June 27th in Jackson Hole, WY: https://butterflymarch.com/🔥 Ever thought about how you can incorporate your love of horses in to your work as a mom, coach, teacher, facilitator or business owner? Now is the time to take your understanding to the next level with our Horse Adventure Coaching Certification. ($833 SAVINGS THIS SUMMER ONLY!!!) 👉 Get certified now!🌟 Stay Connected & Support the ShowWebsiteFacebookInstagramEmail: [email protected]

In this minisode, I explore the theme of disappointment—how it shows up in life and how I’ve learned to handle it with resilience (and a little bit of humor). From losing my favorite hat to facing weight loss struggles and business challenges, I share personal stories of setbacks and the mindset shifts that help me keep going. My recent skiing trip to the Dolomites taught me unexpected lessons about patience, self-acceptance, and embracing my body rather than fighting against it. ...

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