We Don't Fear Failure — We Fear What It Means

Worry and the Ego

Worry doesn't come from nowhere — it has a source. And that source is the ego. In this episode Laurie traces the worry spiral back to the false self that cannot live in the present moment, connecting the dots between competing from fear versus love, the inner critic, and why the ego's attempt to protect you is actually costing you your performance. Understanding where worry comes from gives you power over it. Cowgirl Up is a daily mindset elevation podcast hosted by Laurie Blickenstaff, Certified Mental Performance Coach at Mental Game 101. Short, powerful episodes drop Monday through Friday to help competitors and high achievers build confidence, perform under pressure, get over mistakes fast, and develop an elite mindset — in the arena and in life. 🌐 mentalgame101.com 📧 laurie@mentalgame101.com Ready to go deeper? Visit mentalgame101.com to learn about Laurie's 1-on-1 mental performance coaching program. Follow or subscribe so you never miss an episode!

What Is Worry, Really?

Worry feels productive — like your brain is solving something. But here's the truth: 85% of what we worry about never happens, and the physical and mental cost of the loop is real. In this episode Laurie opens Worry Week by defining what worry actually is, how it differs from healthy concern, and why it is one of the most expensive habits a competitor can have. Cowgirl Up is a daily mindset elevation podcast hosted by Laurie Blickenstaff, Certified Mental Performance Coach at Mental Game 101. Short, powerful episodes drop Monday through Friday to help competitors and high achievers build confidence, perform under pressure, get over mistakes fast, and develop an elite mindset — in the arena and in life. 🌐 mentalgame101.com 📧 laurie@mentalgame101.com Ready to go deeper? Visit mentalgame101.com to learn about Laurie's 1-on-1 mental performance coaching program. Follow or subscribe so you never miss an episode!

Don't Bury What You've Been Given

Jesus told a story about three servants — two who invested what they were given and one who buried his out of fear. In this wrap-up episode Laurie unpacks the Parable of the Talents, ties together every story from this week, and lands on one of the most powerful truths in the entire parable: you cannot lose what you use. A powerful, faith-filled close to an unforgettable week. Cowgirl Up is a daily mindset elevation podcast hosted by Laurie Blickenstaff, Certified Mental Performance Coach at Mental Game 101. Short, powerful episodes drop Monday through Friday to help competitors and high achievers build confidence, perform under pressure, get over mistakes fast, and develop an elite mindset — in the arena and in life. 🌐 mentalgame101.com 📧 laurie@mentalgame101.com Ready to go deeper? Visit mentalgame101.com to learn about Laurie's 1-on-1 mental performance coaching program. Follow or subscribe so you never miss an episode!

Good Luck, Bad Luck — Who Knows?

An ancient Chinese parable over 2,000 years old asks a question that will change how you see your next setback — good luck or bad luck, who knows? In this episode Laurie tells the story of the wise farmer whose quiet response to every twist of fortune holds one of the most powerful mindset lessons you'll ever hear, and connects it directly to the ego, outcomes, and the peace that comes from trusting something bigger than your own judgment. Cowgirl Up is a daily mindset elevation podcast hosted by Laurie Blickenstaff, Certified Mental Performance Coach at Mental Game 101. Short, powerful episodes drop Monday through Friday to help competitors and high achievers build confidence, perform under pressure, get over mistakes fast, and develop an elite mindset — in the arena and in life. 🌐 mentalgame101.com 📧 laurie@mentalgame101.com Ready to go deeper? Visit mentalgame101.com to learn about Laurie's 1-on-1 mental performance coaching program. Follow or subscribe so you never miss an episode!

The Struggle Is Giving You Your Wings

A man finds a butterfly struggling to emerge from its cocoon and decides to help — but his act of kindness leaves the butterfly unable to fly. In this episode Laurie shares the beautiful and profound parable of the butterfly, and unpacks why the struggle you're in right now might not be the obstacle to your breakthrough — it might be the breakthrough itself. Cowgirl Up is a daily mindset elevation podcast hosted by Laurie Blickenstaff, Certified Mental Performance Coach at Mental Game 101. Short, powerful episodes drop Monday through Friday to help competitors and high achievers build confidence, perform under pressure, get over mistakes fast, and develop an elite mindset — in the arena and in life. 🌐 mentalgame101.com 📧 laurie@mentalgame101.com Ready to go deeper? Visit mentalgame101.com to learn about Laurie's 1-on-1 mental performance coaching program. Follow or subscribe so you never miss an episode!