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Aug 5, 2026 10 min

Embrace Growth

from The Inspired Athlete Hosted by Mike Brilla

Welcome to the Inspired Athlete podcast! In this episode, we dive into what happens when plans fall apart and how an unexpected early loss at my son's baseball tournament led to a family trip to see the movie The Odyssey . A powerful line from the film sparked a deep reflection on our battle with control, competitive drive, and why we so often try to force outcomes instead of trusting the process . Drawing on wisdom from Ryan Holiday, Young Pueblo, Rick Alexander, and Dr. Jim Affenbrough, we explore how embracing productive struggle, taking action through movement, and managing our second thoughts can build a true champion mindset in sports and in life .

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