Walking on with Chris Cavalaris

Dylan Mandell shares his profound journey of faith and resilience through his battle with cancer. He discusses how his diagnosis transformed his perspective on life, leading him to appreciate the small blessings and the importance of faith during dark times. Dylan emphasizes the significance of celebrating small victories, the role of physical challenges in recovery, and the power of optimism in o...

In this conversation, Maris Leffler, a licensed therapist, shares her journey into trauma therapy, focusing on the innovative technique of brain spotting. She discusses societal misconceptions about trauma, the importance of emotional vulnerability, and how men often struggle with expressing their feelings. Maris emphasizes the significance of recognizing physical symptoms of trauma and knowing wh...

William Salvi discuss the importance of embracing fear as a motivator, building confidence through experience, and the value of authenticity in conversations. They explore the challenges of celebrating success while maintaining ambition, the significance of continuous improvement, and the inspiration behind the CEO Roundtable series. Salvi shares insights from his interviews with CEOs, highlightin...

 In this conversation, Dr. Matt Dewar shares his insights on the journey of self-discovery, the importance of self-awareness, and the challenges of managing performance anxiety. He discusses the futility of trying to escape oneself and emphasizes the need for internal exploration to understand self-worth. Through personal anecdotes and professional experiences, he highlights the significance of mi...

In this conversation, Bo Dever shares his journey from being a walk-on at Michigan to facing a life-threatening cancer diagnosis. He discusses the impact of team culture, the importance of resilience, and the support from family and friends during his treatment. Bo emphasizes the lessons learned from adversity, the significance of mental toughness, and the need for community support. He reflects o...

Dr. Jordan Goffena, a sports psychologist, discusses the concept of self-regulated learning and its application in sports performance. He explains that self-regulated learning is a holistic mindset that involves metacognitive, motivational, and behavioral approaches to taking ownership of one's own learning. Dr. Goffena breaks down the three phases of self-regulated learning: forethought, perf...

Dr. Tess Palmateer, a sports psychologist, shares her journey into the field and the importance of mental health in sports. She emphasizes the influence of her father, a former professional hockey player and scout, in sparking her interest in the mental side of sports. Dr. Palmateer discusses the shift in her focus from performance to mental health during her education and how mindfulness can help...

My guest today is Aveon, shares his journey from being a third-string quarterback to becoming the starter and leading his team to a MAC championship. He discusses the mindset shift he had to make, from initially not expecting to play to embracing the opportunity when it came. Aveon emphasizes the importance of staying ready so you don't have to get ready and believing in yourself even when oth...

Dr. Emily Wright discusses strategies for dealing with negative self-talk and toxic inner voices. She emphasizes the importance of awareness and understanding the impact of thoughts on performance. She suggests developing productive self-talk and focusing on process rather than outcome goals. Dr. Wright also explores the concept of resilience and how to view failure as an opportunity for growth. S...

Kim Conley, an Olympic runner, shares her journey to making the Olympic team and the mental frameworks that helped her believe in herself. She emphasizes the importance of being process-oriented and setting achievable goals along the way. Conley discusses the challenges of training for the Olympics and the experience of representing the United States on foreign soil. She also talks about managing...

Dr. Tim Holcomb discusses the journey from idea to business and the qualities that make a successful entrepreneur. He emphasizes the importance of solving a problem that people care about and the willingness to embrace uncertainty. The transition from founder to CEO involves delegating and building a team. Bad leadership can have a negative impact on a business, affecting its value, revenue growth...

Summary Brett Chody discusses her experience running the Boston Marathon and the mental and physical challenges she faced. She shares her nerves leading up to the race, the difficulty of the course, and the intense heat on race day. Despite the pain and doubts she experienced, Brett pushed through and finished the race, feeling proud of her accomplishment. She also talks about her role as a runnin...

Summary Mike Brown shares his journey from high school to Miami University and his transition to the NFL. He emphasizes the importance of hard work, confidence, and embracing the journey. Mike discusses the differences between college football and the NFL, including the need for a routine and the business aspect of the professional league. He offers advice for aspiring athletes and highlights the...

Blaine Riley discusses his transition from football to fitness, his training methods, and common misconceptions in bodybuilding and fitness. He emphasizes the importance of starting slow and gradually building habits in fitness. Blaine also shares his experience with the supportive gym community and the mental and emotional benefits of exercise. He talks about incorporating his faith into his fitn...

In this episode, Chris Cavalaris reflects on the 12 lessons he has learned over the course of one year of doing his podcast. These lessons cover topics such as building confidence, discipline, fear of failure, the hidden cost of being a deep thinker, overcoming overthinking, the pain you feel vs. the joy that's coming, the work working on you, using what you have, consistency, fear being shall...

Chapters 00:00 - Introduction and Background 02:32 - Becoming a Mentor and Building Confidence 04:25 - Tools and Tactics for Building Confidence 06:08 - Vulnerability and Overcoming Challenges 08:30 - Painting and Fundraising for Camp No Limits 11:07 - Pursuing Nursing and Inspiring Others 14:05 - Taking Pride in Accomplishments 16:18 - Choosing a Positive Perspective 18:23 - The Importance of Ask...

SummaryIn this conversation, Dominique Robinson, a former college wide receiver turned NFL defensive end, discusses his journey and experiences in the NFL. He shares the challenges and adjustments he faced when transitioning from wide receiver to defensive end, including the mental and physical aspects of playing in the trenches. Dominique also talks about the importance of technique, the speed of...

SummaryJesse Bongiovi, co-founder of Hampton Water, shares the story behind the brand and how it has become one of the most celebrated rosés in the world. He discusses the importance of creating a high-quality French rosé that is accessible and breaks the stigma of snobbiness. Jesse also talks about the growth of the brand and the transition from wearing multiple hats to being a leader and CEO. He...

Graham Nicholson, the winner of the Lou Groza Award, discusses the mental process and pressure of being a kicker. He emphasizes the importance of routine and trusting the process, as well as overcoming negative thoughts and learning from past mistakes. Graham shares his competitive mindset and the motivation to prove himself as a walk-on kicker. He also talks about the rollercoaster of emotions th...

Matt Salopek, a college football player, discusses his team's Mac championship win, the challenges they faced, and the importance of perseverance and teamwork. He reflects on his personal growth and development as a player and leader, as well as the decision to return for another year. Matt also shares his thoughts on the impact of the transfer portal on college football and the importance of...

My guest today is Caleb Durbin. Caleb is a shortstop and infielder in the New York Yankees organization. In this episode expect to learn about Calebs fearless mindset, the importance of playing with a chip on your shoulder, how to enjoy the journey and MUCH MORE!!!

Whats up everybody and weolcome back to the show my guest today is Anna Brush. Anna is a Yoga instructor and fitness enthusiast. In this episode expect to learn how Anna overcame an Auto-immune disorder with diet and Nutirion, how she inspires others on a daily basis, her tips for building self-confidence.

My Guest today is Jack Mislinski! Jack recently completed the run rabbit run 50 miler ultra marathon. In this episode expect to learn the insights jack gained while on his 50 mile foot race journey.

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My guest today is Chris Finke. Chris is a Former Wide Receiver at the University of Notre Dame. Chris was a walk on who was voted captain and key contributor. He is a massive role model to me and many young athletes. In this episode expect to learn about Chris journey to Notre Dame, how he developed his mental toughness, how he went from walk on to captain, the lessons learned throughout his journ...