The Growth Mindset

How do you move beyond fear after experiencing unimaginable hardship? In this deeply inspiring conversation, Sara Im shares her extraordinary journey of surviving the Khmer Rouge regime in Cambodia, where she endured years of captivity, forced labor, starvation, and loss before eventually finding freedom. Rather than allowing those experiences to define her, Sara transformed them into a lifelong m...

What happens when epic fantasy, science fiction, and spiritual truth come together in one unforgettable story? In this fascinating conversation, Terrence Rotering shares the passion and perseverance behind creating an eleven-book epic that blends science fiction, fantasy, and spiritual warfare into a vast multiverse designed to entertain, challenge, and inspire. Drawing inspiration from literary g...

Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming—but it doesn't have to be. In this insightful conversation, Stephanie McAlister shares how the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic inspired her to rethink the way people access mental health care. As the founder of Virtual Connect Counselling Clinic, Stephanie recognized that many people didn't just need more counselling options—they needed...

Why do people arrive at such different conclusions about the same events, and what happens when those beliefs reshape relationships, communities, and identity? In this thought-provoking conversation, Sidney Pines shares the personal journey that led to writing a series of books documenting his perspective on political polarization, public distrust, and the search for truth in an increasingly divid...

Grief changes us—but it doesn't have to define the rest of our lives. In this heartfelt conversation, Patti Comeau-Simonson shares her personal and professional journey through grief, loss, and healing. As a Peer Grief Specialist, Bereavement Professional, and author, Patti brings nearly two decades of experience walking alongside people facing death, loss, and life's most difficult transi...

What if the seasons of uncertainty are where God is doing His deepest work? In this heartfelt conversation, Briana Bass shares how storytelling, faith, and gentle spiritual practices can help women navigate life's "in-between" moments—those seasons between certainty and doubt, burnout and hope, and who they once were and who they're becoming. As a Christian romance and romantasy...

What can every leader learn from the Disney approach to creating unforgettable experiences? In this inspiring conversation, Diane Yarborough shares the remarkable journey that took her from a college internship to helping launch some of Disney's most iconic experiences—including the Disney Cruise Line and Disney's Castaway Cay. Drawing on decades of leadership and human resources experienc...

Why do so many successful men feel stuck when it comes to their health, even when they know what they should be doing? In this practical and insightful conversation, Brian Parana draws on more than two decades of coaching experience to help busy professionals, entrepreneurs, and fathers take control of their health without extreme diets or unrealistic fitness plans. Brian shares why weight gain, l...

What if the biggest obstacles in your life could become the very foundation of your growth? In this thought-provoking conversation, Byron Athene shares his journey from living with a debilitating stutter and spending decades in the security of office work to embracing a growth mindset that transformed both his life and career. Drawing on over three decades of studying philosophy and psychology, By...

How do you rebuild your life when trauma, addiction, anxiety, or self-doubt have shaped your story? In this powerful and compassionate conversation, Kerisma Vere shares her journey of healing through trauma, mental health challenges, addiction recovery, and personal transformation. Drawing from both lived experience and her work as a holistic wellness coach and author, Kerisma explores what truly...

What if the answers you're searching for are already within you? In this inspiring conversation, Kristan Swan shares her journey through an unconventional childhood, multiple life transitions, divorce, motherhood, entrepreneurship, and the lessons that helped her move from simply surviving to truly thriving. Through stories of resilience, second chances, and self-discovery, Kristan explores wh...

What do you do when life feels heavy, faith feels distant, and you're carrying more than you know how to hold? In this heartfelt conversation, Laura Sharp-Waites shares how seasons of physical, emotional, and spiritual exhaustion shaped her journey and deepened her understanding of faith. As a licensed minister, Laura discusses the importance of creating space for honesty, reflection, and heal...

In this first episode, I introduce The Growth Mindset Podcast and share the vision behind creating a space dedicated to personal growth, wellness, discipline, emotional intelligence, and lasting transformation. You'll learn what to expect from future episodes, the types of guests joining the show, and why developing a growth mindset is one of the most powerful investments you can make in yourself.