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I'm your host, Sonya Looney; World Champion Endurance Athlete. I travel the world and have met some incredible people with world class attitudes and ways of living that motivate me daily, an...

What if so much of our suffering comes from trying to become who we think we’re supposed to be? In this episode, I sit down with meditation...

In this Mindfulness in Action episode, I’m talking about one of the sneakiest forms of distorted thinking: shoulds. You know the ones: I sho...

Ever catch yourself thinking, “I should be better than this. I should be doing more. I should have started earlier” and then spiraling? In t...

Flow is one of those words that gets used all the time, but what does it actually mean? And more importantly, how do we create more of it in...

In this Mindfulness in Action episode, I’m recording on a trail run and thinking out loud about something I’ve been re-examining in my own l...

Sometimes it's hard to say what you mean. Oren Jay Sofer says, "Communication is a learnable skill and it’s one of the most powerful le...

What if the version of “success” you’ve been chasing is actually keeping you stuck in survival mode? In this episode, I sit down with author...

I’ve known Jenny Smith since the early 2000s, back when I was a brand-new pro mountain biker watching her absolutely dominate at Nationals....

The most valuable skill I’ve ever learned isn’t about performance, mindset, or even resilience. It’s communication. In this solo episode, I’...

Many of us know what burnout looks like: exhaustion, cynicism, and the feeling that we simply can’t keep going. But there’s another state th...

In this Mindfulness in Action episode, I’m sharing a spontaneous trail-side reflection on something that’s been very present for me lately:...

One of the things I love most about podcasting is getting to have the conversations I wish more people could hear, especially the ones that...

Gratitude is one of the most researched, and misunderstood, topics in psychology. In this episode of Grow the Good , I sit down with Dr. Bob...

In this special Mindfulness in Action episode, I’m sharing a very personal reflection from the trails of Squamish, BC where muddy puddles, f...

What if improving your well-being didn’t require more time, effort, or productivity, but simply a deeper relationship with the world around...

Why do we sometimes feel mentally exhausted even when our bodies are rested? I’m your host Sonya Looney, and in this episode of Grow the Goo...

What makes relationships truly thrive, not just survive? In this episode of Grow the Good , I sit down with Suzie Pileggi Pawelski, positive...

Today I’m sitting down for an honest reflection about something I’ve been moving through lately: change, identity, and social connection. As...

Bringing meditation into daily life is a different beast. Today’s moving meditation will be short, simple—and really hard, because we’re tak...

What if resilience isn’t enough? In this episode of Grow the Good , I sit down with Dr. Nick Holton and Dr. Adam Wright, co-founders of the...

THIS EPISODE IS A GROW THE GOOD REPLAY // I'll let you in on a secret: communication is not just about talking and using words. It&apos...

GROW THE GOOD REPLAY // Though mental well-being is the cornerstone of high-performance, achieving the elusive harmony between mind and body...

Transitions are inevitable. Whether it’s becoming a parent, shifting careers, retiring, or simply navigating unexpected change. But why do t...

On this special crossover episode of Grow the Good, I'm resharing a conversation with Travis Macy from The Travis Macy Show. - - - - -...

Validation is more than just nodding along. It’s the foundation of healthy communication, trust, and connection. And for today’s guest, it c...

Have you ever achieved a big goal, only to feel something was missing afterward? Or wondered why no amount of external validation ever seems...

I just got back from the International Positive Psychology Association World Congress in Brisbane, and I’m still buzzing with ideas that str...

What does it really mean to live a rich life? Today’s guest, Dr. Shige Oishi, challenges what we usually think of happiness and meaning by i...

Today, I’m taking you along a trail ride, not just through the physical landscapes but through the terrain of our minds. It’s about confront...

Can you chase high performance and well-being without burning out? In this special crossover episode of Grow the Good, I'm resharing a...

Are your “exercise rules” helping or hindering your joy, vitality, and overall well-being? I’m your host Sonya Looney, and in this transform...

Lately, I've been grappling with motivation—questioning what to share, how to show up authentically, and the pressure to always be prod...

Ever wonder why feeling valued and significant at work (and in life!) matters so much? This week, I'm thrilled to welcome researcher, a...

We all crave connection—but in the busy shuffle of adult life, it’s easy to lose touch with the very relationships that keep us grounded. In...

How do you truly unlock your potential—not just in sport, but in life? In this episode of Grow the Good , I’m joined by Pete Kadushin, perfo...

Today's episode features an episode of the Meaningful Work Matters podcast hosted by Andrew Soren. Beyond Perfect Performance: Lessons...

Have you ever found yourself overcome by emotions—whether excitement at a race start, stress at work, or overwhelm from everyday life? In th...

What does it mean to truly find meaning at work? This week, I'm thrilled to chat with my friends and positive psychology experts, Tamar...

How do you respond to rejection, uncertainty, or feeling like an outsider? Today's guest, Capella Fahoome, filmmaker and organizational...

What does it really take to thrive in today’s world? Dive into this compelling conversation with Steve Magness, renowned performance coach a...

In this reflective moving meditation, I am taking us on a trail ride through the serene greenery post a heavy snowfall, sharing her personal...

We've all been there - stuck in a thought loop about an experience, interaction, or feeling. But how do we break the cycle? Today, I&ap...

Mindfulness expert George Mumford has traversed a remarkable path from injured athlete to mind-body guru and has inspired countless individu...

Join me, Sonya Looney, in our first moving meditation of 2025. Today's journey is about harnessing patience and acceptance amidst life&...

Are you ready to transform the way you think about success and happiness? This isn’t just about personal achievement; it’s about creating a...

How do your achievements shape your sense of self? In this episode of Grow the Good, I sit down with Ben Walker, an expert in organizational...

As a world champion mountain biker, mental performance coach, and someone deeply passionate about positive psychology, I’ve always believed...

December can be a joyful yet challenging time - full of excitement for the holidays and a new year, but also heavy with grief, difficult fam...

In a world where achievements often define us, it's easy to get caught up in chasing external validation and performance-based identiti...

Have you ever struggled to push through that final mile, nail a big presentation, or remain poised under stress? Today, we’re tackling Funct...