The Growth Project

Join Drs. Milt Lowder and Drew Brannon in a discussion on the pivotal role failure plays in our lives. In this episode, they share personal anecdotes, revealing how failure has been the catalyst for their own growth. They also provide four compelling reasons why failure is not only essential, but also empowering. Learn how your response to failure can be the fuel that propels you toward success.

In this compelling episode, John "Redd" Martin opens up to Dr. Milt Lowder about his remarkable journey in triumphing over trauma and addiction. Redd's battle with belonging and the erosion of his faith plunged him into a dark period, marked by bouts of homelessness. However, through the transformative power of love, both from others and towards himself, he discovered newfound purpose. This journey inspired Redd and his wife Cassandra to establish Sunday Dinner with a Twist, a platform dedicated to supporting and humanizing the homeless community. Their conversation dives deeply into the profound impact of faith, hope, and love in navigating life's most challenging moments.

Join Clemson Baseball Head Coach Erik Bakich and Dr. Cory Shaffer, performance coach for the Tigers, as they discuss Bakich’s coaching history and his approach in building a successful team. Fresh off of the 2023 ACC Championship win after his first year coaching for Clemson baseball, Bakich discusses his focus on daily actions and behaviors to shape the program, offering insights into his deep-rooted purpose and philosophy as a coach.

What kind of culture are you creating for your team? Does it encourage learning? Drs. Milt Lowder and Brian Selman discuss the pivotal role of workplace environment in fostering continuous learning. In this episode, discover how stretching yourself within your professional realm can ignite action and amplify learning outcomes. From concrete examples to practical strategies like retrieval practice, elaborative interrogation, and space practice, unlock the keys to cultivating a dynamic learning environment within your team. Tune in and revolutionize your approach to learning and growth in the workplace.

Join Drs. Drew Brannon and Cory Shaffer as they discuss the scientific benefits of reading, including enhanced focus, critical thinking, and stress relief. They also explore how reading can protect against cognitive decline and contribute to a longer life. Get practical tips for building a reading habit and discover the measurable return on investment for your brain and overall health.

Learn more about the intricacies of college football game preparation as Dr. Cory Shaffer engages in a revealing conversation with standout quarterback, Bo Nix, from University of Oregon football. Nix, with an impressive record-breaking 61 career starts, provides insights into his meticulous preparation. Explore the evolution of leadership, the growth in his relationship with the game, and the exciting journey ahead for Nix. Tune in for a captivating glimpse into the life and promising future of football excellence.

The sports world was recently rocked by the seismic retirement announcements from football coaching legends Bill Belichick, Pete Carroll, and Nick Saban. This news inspired Drs. Drew Brannon and Brian Selman to reflect on Selman's firsthand experience as a player under Saban's tenure at Alabama. They explore the profound impact of Saban's coaching style, with Selman expressing gratitude for his unwavering leadership and positive influence. Together, they appreciate Saban’s enduring legacy, emphasizing his unrelenting pursuit of sustained success that transcends football and can be applied to every facet of life.

For a powerful, yet straightforward activity yielding maximum positive impact, journaling stands as the ideal choice. Join Drs. Cory Shaffer and Brian Selman as they discuss the transformative power of journaling. Learn how this practice enhances self-reflection and goal setting, complimenting recent podcast episode topics. Uncover why high performers swear by journaling and praise its profound impact on physical and mental well-being. Start your year equipped with strategies backed by science to pave the way for personal growth and success.

Join Drs. Cory Shaffer and Brian Selman in a candid discussion on contemporary goal setting and design. As we kick off the year, January presents the perfect opportunity for practical application in attaining goals. They discuss the pitfalls of setting too many goals and the power of focusing on just one. Together, they debunk myths surrounding effective goal setting, offering invaluable insights to help you start the year with clarity and purpose.

Join Drs. Milt Lowder and Drew Brannon in a reflective conversation about 2023, dissecting why many inspired individuals find themselves either disillusioned by unmet goals or stubbornly optimistic, ignoring reality, and continuously falling short of their desired pursuit. Exploring three defining factors shaping these paths, they offer insightful tips to navigate away from these pitfalls. Tune in to glean wisdom and strategies for a more fulfilling and successful 2024 ahead.