Everyday MVP

Have you ever spent so much time planning that you never actually started? In this episode of Everyday MVP, we're talking about one of the biggest reasons we stay stuck: confusing planning with progress. Planning has its place, but it can also become a safe place to hide from fear, uncertainty, and growth. You'll learn why our brains crave certainty, why waiting to feel "ready" keeps us stuck, and...

There’s a voice in your head that’s really good at keeping score of everything you’re not but not nearly as good at noticing everything you are. In this episode of Everyday MVP, Coryne explores how your mind shapes what you believe about yourself based on what you pay attention to. The more you focus on gaps, the more they grow. But when you start noticing evidence of your growth, your strengths,...

When was the last time you laughed so hard your stomach hurt? Somewhere between childhood and adulthood most of us stop prioritizing laughter. Life gets serious. The schedule fills up. And enjoyment becomes something we'll get to later — after the project, after the goal, after things slow down. But laughter isn't just fun. In this episode of Everyday MVP, Coryne explores why laughter is one of th...

Many of us think self-compassion means letting yourself off the hook. Taking the easy road. Treating yourself. It doesn’t. In this episode of Everyday MVP, mental performance coach Coryne breaks down what self-compassion actually is and why it might be one of the most important performance skills you’re not training. You’ll learn the three components of self-compassion – self-kindness, common huma...

What if the thing you're chasing is the very thing keeping you from enjoying your life right now? In this episode of Everyday MVP, Coryne explores why outcome-focused thinking quietly drains motivation, distorts success, and makes progress feel like failure — and what to do instead. Through four relatable scenarios and a powerful insight from James Clear, you'll learn why the process is where real...

Your mind will wander. During the meeting, the competition, the conversation — it will drift. And most of us just accept that as a fact of life. But focus is a skill. And like any skill — you can train it. In this episode of Everyday MVP, mental performance coach Coryne breaks down why peak performance isn't about maintaining perfect focus — it's about how fast you can bring it back. You'll walk a...

What if you could catch yourself before you completely lost it — before the spiral took over, before red? In this episode of Everyday MVP, mental performance coach Coryne breaks down the Stoplight Framework: red, yellow, and green. You’ll learn why yellow is the most powerful and most overlooked stage, what your warning signs actually look like, and how catching yourself in that moment can change...

You know that thing you've been putting off? The conversation you haven't had, the goal you haven't started, the risk you haven't taken? Chances are it's not ability that's stopping you. It's fear. In this episode of Everyday MVP, Mental Performance Coach Coryne breaks down the difference between a fear driven mindset and a success driven mindset — and why the shift between the two can change ever...

There are moments in life when things get heavy—and instead of reaching out, we convince ourselves we can handle it on our own. In this episode of Everyday MVP, we’re talking about why asking for help can feel so hard… and why it’s actually one of the most powerful things you can do for your performance and your wellbeing. Coryne shares a personal story about grief, unexpected connection, and how...

You know you're burnt out. You've even said it out loud. But then you shrug it off like it's just part of life — or you can't see a way out so you just keep going. That's exactly what burnout wants you to do. In this episode of Everyday MVP, mental performance coach Coryne breaks down what burnout actually looks like, why it's quieter than most people expect, and how to use the 3 Rs — Recognize, R...

Do you brush off compliments or downplay yourself without even realizing it? In this episode of Everyday MVP, Mental Performance Coach Coryne breaks down the subtle ways we talk ourselves down in everyday conversations—and why it’s quietly hurting your confidence, motivation, and performance. You’ll learn why rejecting compliments isn’t humility, what’s really behind self-deprecating habits, and h...

What if the most powerful thing you could do before a big moment costs you nothing and takes less than three minutes? In this episode of Everyday MVP, mental performance coach Coryne breaks down why most of what we call relaxation isn't actually helping us recover— and what to do instead. You'll learn three breathing techniques you can use anywhere, anytime to calm your nervous system, clear your...

What happens when the role that defines you disappears? In this episode, Coryne breaks down why tying your entire identity to one role—athlete, mom, employee—isn’t just emotionally exhausting, it can actually hurt your performance. We’re talking about identity foreclosure, why true mental toughness requires the ability to switch off, and how understanding who you are beyond your main role is the f...

What are you carrying that was never yours to begin with? In this episode I walk you through an exercise that will show you exactly how much of your confidence is tied to things outside your control — other people's opinions, outcomes, and expectations. When you let go of what you can't control and start building from within, life doesn't become perfect. But it becomes lighter. This week's challen...

Ever notice how the loudest, most unhelpful thoughts show up right when you're about to do something that matters? In this episode I'm talking about why your thoughts aren't facts — and what to do when your mind tells you you can't. I walk you through two interactive exercises and you walk away with real tools to create space from the thoughts that are keeping you stuck. Because you don't have to...

Have you ever had one small mistake hijack your focus? That’s your brain doing what brains do but it doesn’t have to stay that way. In this episode, Mental Performance Coach Coryne breaks down why multitasking is a myth and introduces a simple, powerful tool called a performance cue. You’ll learn what it is, how to find yours, and how to use it to stay present and focused. Coryne also explains how...

What if doubt isn’t holding you back—but the story you tell yourself is? Have doubts ever stopped you before you even tried? In this episode of Everyday MVP, Coryne, your mental performance coach, shows how doubt isn’t a stop sign—it’s a caution sign. Learn how to overcome self-doubt, prevent it from turning into self-limiting beliefs, and reframe your mindset for personal growth, confidence, and...

Ever feel butterflies in your stomach or tension in your jaw, shoulders, or hands before something important? Relaxation isn’t just for vacation — it’s a trainable skill that can improve performance, reduce stress, and boost energy. In this episode of Everyday MVP, mental performance coach Coryne guides you through progressive muscle relaxation, a research-backed technique used by elite athletes t...

Have you ever caught yourself thinking, “I’ll be happy when…” When you get the job. When you lose the weight. When life slows down. In this episode of Everyday MVP, we’re breaking down the three myths about happiness that quietly shape how we think, feel, and judge ourselves. You’ll learn: Why happiness was never meant to be your default state. Why not feeling happy doesn’t mean you’re broken. Why...

You don’t need more confidence — you need more evidence. In this episode, Coryne breaks down why confidence isn’t a feeling you wait for, but trust you build through action. If you’ve been holding back until you “feel ready,” this one’s for you.

Ever notice how the smallest thing can set you off some days – but on others, you handle way more without breaking? You’re not weak. In this episode, Mental Performance Coach Coryne breaks down vulnerability factors–the hidden drains on your energy–and reframes self-care as a powerful tool for real, long-term well-being. She explains why self-talk has often been misrepresented as comfort or avoida...

Have you ever told yourself, “Don’t mess this up” — and then immediately messed it up? That’s not a lack of discipline. That’s how the brain works. In this episode of Everyday MVP, mental performance coach Coryne breaks down three common words that quietly sabotage focus and confidence: don’t, should, and have to. These words may sound harmless, but they shape how your brain sees pressure, mistake...

Have you ever reacted emotionally and later thought, Why did I do that? In this episode of Everyday MVP, I break down Opposite Action, a powerful DBT skill that helps you regulate emotions by changing how you respond—especially when your initial urge isn’t helping you. You’ll learn why our automatic reactions often increase emotional suffering, how to ask the simple question “Is this effective?”,...

Feeling on edge, reactive, or disconnected from your loved ones? In this episode of Everyday MVP, I break down the power of emotional acceptance. Learn why emotions aren’t good or bad—they’re just information—and discover practical tools to notice, name, and respond to your feelings in ways that serve you and your relationships. We cover: 💡Why avoiding emotions only makes them stronger 💡The diff...

Ever feel motivated to change… but end up right back where you started? The problem isn’t you—it’s that most of us were never taught how habits actually work in the brain. In this episode of Everyday MVP, I break down the brain science behind habit formation, including neuroplasticity, the myelin sheath, and why habits don’t disappear—they get replaced. You’ll learn why change takes time, why mess...