The Growth Project
Dr. Milt Lowder, Dr. Drew Brannon, Dr. Gabriela Caviedes
Our group is traditionally trained in sport and performance psychology, and in the spirit of what we do, the purpose of our podcast is to make a positive impact on your life and challenge you to think differently on topics related to growth. Through conversations with coaches, athletes, executives, and leaders of industry, we will explore and highlight the mindset and skillset required for lasting growth. Ultimately, we exist to provide you with the tools to become the best version of you. At AMPLOS, we're passionate about helping you pursue better.
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Feb 15, 2023 • 39min
Episode 212: The Psychology of Pain and Resilience with Dr. John Lefebvre
Most people link pain to a physical injury, but the experience of pain is also deeply rooted in the mind; our perspective and approach to managing pain can have a huge influence on its overall impact. Dr. Cory Shaffer talks with Dr. John Lefebvre, Professor of Psychology at Wofford College and trained clinical psychologist specializing in topics related to physical and mental health, about Dr. Lefebvre's research on people's experience of pain, especially its influence on personality, catastrophizing, and memory.
Feb 9, 2023 • 31min
Episode 211: It's All About the Process
When aiming to achieve greatness or reach a challenging goal, people will often hear "be about the process" or "just focus on the process" as guidance to stay present and avoid getting caught up in unhelpful internal thoughts about the past or future. This is great advice, but what does "the process" look like? What are the elements that you can control that will set you up for success? Drs Milt Lowder and Drew Brannon discuss action steps to help you develop your own process that will position you to win.
Feb 1, 2023 • 32min
Episode 210: Excellence is Expensive
The pursuit of excellence is very expensive; it's never promised, but it is attainable. People typically think of the word expense in monetary terms and, although that is a piece of the puzzle, the word applies much more broadly here to mean that sacrifices will have to be made mentally, emotionally, and physically. Drs Milt Lowder and Drew Brannon discuss how pursuing and achieving excellence requires a strong, clear vision and share why the pursuit of excellence adds immense value to life.
Jan 25, 2023 • 33min
Episode 209: Ten Factors to Drive Success That Require No Talent
Regardless of industry, one common aspiration shared by the majority of people is the desire to become successful. Acquiring talented people unquestionably strengthens the team, but there are many practices that can be put into place that will help drive success regardless of talent level. Drs Milt Lowder and Drew Brannon break down ten factors that everyone can apply that will increase the likelihood of success.
Jan 18, 2023 • 36min
Episode 208: A Leader Worth Following - Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Each January we celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s incredible legacy and dream for equality, a notion that is just as relevant today and one that should always be at the forefront of our collective consciousness. Drs Milt Lowder and Cory Shaffer reflect on Dr. King's lasting impact and, using his vision as the baseline for the conversation, share three key lessons gleaned from Dr. King's powerful and timeless message.
Jan 12, 2023 • 42min
Episode 207: Success Leaves Clues - Reflecting on Georgia Football's Back-to-Back National Championship Wins
Those who reach the pinnacle of their field are typically doing something different than their competition. Dr. Milt Lowder talks with Dr. Drew Brannon, sport psychologist for the University of Georgia football team, about the culmination of elements that resulted in the UGA football team winning the National Championship for the second year in a row, including Coach Kirby Smart's growth mindset, a relationship-focused approach to building a team, and the importance of fighting against complacency and entitlement.
Jan 5, 2023 • 38min
Episode 206: How Failure Can Lead to Success with Atlanta Braves' Kyle Wright
We all experience challenges, failures, and struggles in life; what separates those who falter from those who triumph is often how the person perceives the obstacle. Is it seen as an insurmountable roadblock or an opportunity to learn and grow? Kyle Wright, starting pitcher for the Atlanta Braves, experienced his share of strenuous times in his MLB journey, and talks with Dr. Cory Shaffer about how he not only overcame a four-year down period, but ultimately went on to lead the national league in wins last year.
Dec 28, 2022 • 23min
Episode 205: The Best of 2022
With 2022 coming to a close, we wanted to revisit clips from ten of our most listened to episodes from throughout the year. We're grateful for the stimulating internal conversations, all the incredible guests, our expanding and loyal listener base, and the opportunity to help you pursue better and maximize your potential. Thank you for listening, we're excited for what's to come in 2023.
Dec 21, 2022 • 40min
Episode 204: Dad Hours with Brandon Swan
Once children enter our lives, personal time often becomes even more valuable and scarce. To help parents and those with busy schedules maintain balance and make the most of their limited time, Brandon Swan, firefighter and former CrossFit Games athlete based in Australia, created Dad Hours to help people train smarter, not harder. Dr. Cory Shaffer and Brandon discuss the origin of Dad Hours, how to get the best out of yourself, and four simple tips to maintain training momentum through the holidays.
Dec 14, 2022 • 37min
Episode 203: How to Be Mediocre
What gets in the way of excellence? What causes teams to underperform? No one sets out to be mediocre, but many people regularly fall short of goals and aspirations for a multitude of reasons. Drs Drew Brannon and Cory Shaffer explore these questions and provide five common road blocks that get in the way of achieving greatness.
