64. Beyond the Game: Parenting & Identity in Youth Sports

Mental Fundamentals: Dr. J's Game-Changing Video Series for Athletes, Parents, and Performers | Gettin Gritty

In this exciting new episode of Gettin' Gritty with Dr. J, Dr. J and producer John Largent reunite in studio to unveil a major evolution in the Gettin' Gritty brand: a 20-part mental performance video series designed for athletes, parents, coaches, and high performers of all ages. Packed with 20+ years of sports psychology wisdom and delivered in powerful, bite-sized lessons, this new library is a breakthrough in mental skills training. From identity development and performance prep to navigating pressure, burnout, and NIL-era challenges—Dr. J is putting her signature grit into a digital resource accessible to anyone, anywhere. Whether you're a Little Leaguer, pro athlete, coach, or parent navigating youth sports, this is the mental game plan you didn't know you needed. 🎯 Bonus: Learn how her journal, online coaching, and print-on-demand tools create a complete system for growth, resilience, and real results.

67. Love, Loss & Letting Go: From Saying Goodbye to Stepping Into Purpose | Gettin' Gritty

In this heartfelt episode of Gettin' Gritty with Dr. J, Dr. J and John explore the deeply emotional experience of saying goodbye to a beloved family dog—and the broader themes of grief, healing, and acceptance. From the quiet pain of pet loss to reflections on athletic failure, emotional resilience, and even the power of underdog victories, this conversation blends real-life loss with mental strength and spiritual growth. Dr. J also shares an exciting announcement: a new video course series designed to help athletes, parents, and performers level up their mindset with short, powerful, on-demand coaching. 🎧 Tune in for inspiration, truth-telling, and a reminder that loving deeply—even when it hurts—is always worth it. #GettinGritty #MentalHealth #PetLoss #GriefAndGrowth #SportsPsychology #EmotionalResilience #AthleteMindset #PermissionToPerform Ask ChatGPT

66. Love, Loss & Letting Go: From Saying Goodbye to Stepping Into Purpose

In this heartfelt episode of Gettin' Gritty with Dr. J, Dr. J and John explore the deeply emotional experience of saying goodbye to a beloved family dog—and the broader themes of grief, healing, and acceptance. From the quiet pain of pet loss to reflections on athletic failure, emotional resilience, and even the power of underdog victories, this conversation blends real-life loss with mental strength and spiritual growth. Dr. J also shares an exciting announcement: a new video course series designed to help athletes, parents, and performers level up their mindset with short, powerful, on-demand coaching. 🎧 Tune in for inspiration, truth-telling, and a reminder that loving deeply—even when it hurts—is always worth it. #GettinGritty #MentalHealth #PetLoss #GriefAndGrowth #SportsPsychology #EmotionalResilience #AthleteMindset #PermissionToPerform

Grief, Grace, and the Gift of Goodbye: Dr. J's Journey Through Letting Go

In this deeply personal episode of Gettin' Gritty with Dr. J, grief takes center stage. Dr. J opens up about the emotional, spiritual, and psychological journey she's been on—navigating anticipatory grief, finding forgiveness, and reshaping her beliefs about life after death. It's a raw, heartfelt conversation about what it means to let go with love and live on with intention. 🎧 Tune in and hear a story that may help you make sense of your own.

64. Beyond the Game: Parenting & Identity in Youth Sports

In this episode of Gettin Gritty with Dr J, Dr. Julie and John Largent dive into how a parent's identity becomes tied to their child's athletic journey, the pressures of pursuing pro sports, and gender disparities in career transitions. John also shares how adopting a plant-based diet helped him reverse type 2 diabetes and improve his health. 🎙️ Key Takeaways: ✅ How parental identity shapes the youth sports experience ✅ The mental toll of chasing a professional sports career ✅ Gender differences in athletic career paths ✅ Life after sports—navigating transitions A must-listen for parents, athletes, and anyone passionate about sports, health, and resilience!