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  • From Athlete to Coach: Kelly Meyer on Personal Growth, Identity & Doing the Work
    May 27 2025

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    Looking for the real story behind success? This one’s for you.

    In this inspiring and unfiltered episode of The Champion Within, Kate McCauley sits down with Kelly Meyer—an international transformational coach, former athlete, and author—to dive into what it really takes to grow into the best version of yourself.

    Kelly shares his raw journey from the field to the frontlines of personal transformation. He opens up about identity struggles, overcoming setbacks, and how success isn't a destination—it's a mindset.

    You’ll learn:

    • Why your identity shapes your outcomes

    • How doing the uncomfortable inner work leads to real breakthroughs

    • The power of resilience, mentorship, and redefining success on your own terms

    • Actionable strategies for personal development, mindset mastery, and long-term change

    Whether you're chasing greatness in athletics, business, or everyday life—this motivational interview will fire you up. This isn’t just another self-improvement podcast—it’s a call to action for anyone who’s serious about becoming the champion within.

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    www.projectfindyourfire.com

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    #MindsetMatters #TransformationalCoach #KellyMeyer #SelfGrowth #Resilience #HighPerformanceMindset #PodcastForAthletes #MentalTraining #PersonalDevelopment #UncomfortableWork #GoalGetter #IdentityWork #GrowthJourney #PodcastLife

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    49 m
  • 110. Speedy Sunday: Team Drama & What to Do About It
    May 25 2025

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    When Teammates Aren’t So Team-Like... Team drama? Yep, it’s real—and your kid is feeling it. In this episode, I’m diving into a real story from one of my clients: her daughter’s dealing with a teammate who’s rude, throws shade, and makes snide comments during practice. You’ll hear exactly what I told this mom to say to help her daughter handle it with strength, not stress. You’ll walk away with: 🔑 The #1 mindset shift to teach your athlete when dealing with drama 💬 Word-for-word phrases you can use that don’t sound cheesy 🚫 What not to do as a parent when your kid vents about a toxic teammate 🧠 How these tough moments are actually mental training in disguise This one’s for the parents who want to raise confident, resilient kids—not ones who crumble from a few side-eyes and snarky comments. Hit play—your future self (and your athlete) will thank you. 👉 Tag a sports parent who needs this. 🧠 Let’s turn drama into development. #SportsParenting #TeamDrama #YouthAthleteMindset #RaisingStrongKids #MentalToughness #MindsetMatters #ParentingTips #AthleteLife

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  • 109. From Risk to Reward: Joe Frederick Built Success with Authenticity & Grit
    May 20 2025

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    In this episode of The Champion Within, host Kate McCauley interviews entrepreneur Joe Frederick, who shares his journey in real estate investing and the mindset required to succeed. Joe discusses the importance of authenticity, overcoming adversity, and the lessons learned from mistakes in business. He emphasizes the significance of self-talk, taking risks, and building genuine relationships.

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    41 m
  • 108. Speedy Sunday: Quiet Reps = Loud Confidence
    May 18 2025

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    May is Mental Health Awareness Month and Kate McCauley is dropping a rapid-fire reminder: your mind is your strongest muscle. In this 3-minute boost you’ll learn why confidence is forged in the unseen reps, how mini-wins compound into swagger, and why asking for help is peak strength—not weakness. Listen, reset, and charge into the week like a champ.

    Key Takeaways

    Mental Fitness = Performance Fuel Every play, grade, sales call, and relationship rides on the workouts you give your brain.

    Leadership Has No Title Parent, coach, teammate—if people watch you, you’re a leader.

    Show up built, not burnt-out.

    Confidence Isn’t Loud It’s the quiet daily habits—journaling, breathwork, visualization—that stack into unshakable belief.

    Celebrate Tiny Wins Micro-victories trigger dopamine, wire resilience, and model healthy self-talk for kids & teams.

    Help Is a Power Move Speaking up about stress or self-doubt protects your mental health foundation—and your results. Grab Your Three Minute Confidence Primer Here.

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  • 107. Empowering Athletes & Families Through Mindset, Discipline & Leadership with Roe Falcone
    May 13 2025
    Set up you team session here: Kate's Website In this powerful episode of The Champion Within, host Kate McCauley sits down with Roe Falcone, a dynamic coach and leader in workforce development, to unpack the essential tools athletes, coaches, and families need to thrive. From the field to the dinner table, this conversation dives deep into the power of mindset, discipline, and daily gratitude. Roe shares her unique journey from athlete to coach, revealing how she uses visualization techniques, leadership strategies, and family-based empowerment programs to create lasting impact. Together, Kate and Roe explore how affirmations, mental preparation, and communication shape not only athletic success but lifelong personal growth. Whether you're raising an athlete, leading a team, or navigating your own transformation, this episode will leave you fired up to take action. 🎯 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why discipline is a non-negotiable for success in both sports and life How daily affirmations and a strong mindset create high-performing athletes The game-changing effects of multi-generational coaching programs How to foster communication and leadership at the family dinner table Tools for visualization and mental training for athletes preparing for college The role of gratitude and coaching with heart in personal and professional growth What it means to coach not just for wins—but to develop better humans 🔥 Keywords to help you find this episode: mindset and coaching for athletes, how to build discipline in sports and life, leadership for youth athletes, visualization strategies for peak performance, empowering families through communication, athlete transition to coach, coaching with gratitude and purpose, affirmations for young athletes, mental preparation for college sports, parenting athletes with mindset tools 🧠 Perfect for: Parents raising student-athletes Youth and college coaches Educators and leaders working with teens Former athletes transitioning into leadership roles Anyone passionate about mindset, empowerment, and creating ripple effects through communication and discipline Connect with Roe Falcone: LinkedIn EDSI website Connect With Kate Here: Kate's Website LINKEDIN INSTAGRAM YouTube Rate, Review & Follow The Podcast on Apple! This helps me share awesome interviews like this one and teach more people — just like you — mindset tools to use in sports, school, work and life to show up as the best versions of themselves--like they deserve. Scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Don't forget to tell me what you loved most about the episode! If you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. I’m adding a bunch of Do Not Miss tips from top level performers and experts in upcoming episodes and if you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out! Calling all teachers, coaches, and parents! Are you ready to help level up your student's game—in the classroom and in their sport? Download my FREE 19 Quick & Easy Tools Stress Busters for Students to get started. Get Your Champion Within Merch Inspired by the Champ Crew: https://www.kate-mccauley.com/merch
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  • 106. Speedy Sunday: A Mental Reset in Minutes | Mental Health Awareness Month
    May 11 2025

    May is Mental Health Awareness Month—so let’s stop scrolling and take a real breath. In this quick episode of Speedy Sunday, I’m giving you one simple tool that will help you reset your mind in under 2 minutes. No fluff. Just a real, doable breathwork technique you can use today. Whether you’re a mom juggling it all, an athlete under pressure, or someone with a never-ending to-do list—this one’s for you. 💥 In this 5-minute power episode: A breathwork tool to calm your nervous system Quick mental reset tips you can use anywhere A reminder that mental health is health—and it's worth your time

    🏆 You don’t need to ‘earn’ a break. You need tools in your back pocket—and this is one of them. Listen now, breathe deeper, show up stronger.

    ⚡️ The Champion Within isn’t just about the wins—it’s about the recovery in between.

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    Calling all teachers, coaches, and parents! Are you ready to help level up your student's game—in the classroom and in their sport? Download my FREE 19 Quick & Easy Tools Stress Busters for Students to get started.

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  • 105. From the Court to the Comeback: Mental Strength, Gratitude & Breathing with Mark Rodriguez
    May 6 2025

    What does it really take to bounce back—again and again—when life knocks the wind out of you? In this powerful episode of The Champion Within, mindset coach Kate McCauley sits down with Mark Rodriguez, a former college basketball player turned motivational speaker, who survived two double lung transplants and came back stronger. Mark opens up about building mental toughness, the role of self-talk and accountability, and how breath work became his anchor in both health and life. This episode is packed with insight for student-athletes, moms raising athletes, and anyone chasing growth in the face of setbacks. Whether you’re on the field, in the stands, or coaching from the sidelines, this conversation will leave you thinking differently about resilience, gratitude, and how to build a life you don’t need to escape from.

    👉 Topics we cover: How athletes can train their minds like their bodies The link between breathing and performance mindset Why self-care and emotional regulation matter in competition The power of visualization and mental training for athletes How to reframe struggle and find strength through adversity

    📣 This episode is for athletes, coaches, and professionals who want mindset tools that build confidence, focus, and purpose—in your sport and beyond.

    Keywords: Design Empowerment, Gratitude, resilience, stonemasonry, personal growth, accountability, healing, breath work, self-care, motivation, motional interview

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    https://www.youtube.com/@warriorlifeacademy

    https://www.instagram.com/thelungtransplantstonemason

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    47 m
  • 104. The Power of Mindset: Insights from Summer Montabone
    Apr 29 2025

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    In this episode of the Champion Within podcast, host Kate McCauley speaks with Summer Montabone, a former teacher and elite performance coach. They discuss Summer's journey in education, her transition to coaching, and the importance of structure in both teaching and sports. Summer shares her experiences with students labeled as 'bad kids' and emphasizes the need for connection and understanding. She also talks about her mindset workbook designed for young athletes, aiming to empower them and their coaches. The conversation touches on overcoming fear, building resilience, and the importance of self-awareness in personal development. In this conversation, Kate McCauley and Summer Montabone explore the intersection of education, coaching, and personal development. They discuss the importance of understanding neurodiversity, the transferability of teaching skills to coaching, the value of multi-sport participation for youth athletes, and the necessity of personal accountability in leadership roles. The dialogue emphasizes the need for clear communication, foundational skills in sports, and the importance of allowing children to explore various interests without the pressure of specialization too early.

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    Website: https://summermontabone.com/#/

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/summermontabone/

    https://www.instagram.com/summermontabone

    https://www.facebook.com/SummerMontabone1#

    Workbooks: https://summermontabone.com/mindset-workbooks

    Rate, Review & Follow The Podcast on Apple! This helps me share awesome interviews like this one and teach more people — just like you — mindset tools to use in sports, school, work and life to show up as the best versions of themselves--like they deserve.

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    52 m
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