In this inspiring episode of The Jumping Point Podcast, host Phillip sits down with professional race car driver and mechanical engineer Sabre Cook. At 30 years old, Sabre shares her journey navigating the male-dominated world of motorsports, from her early days in go-karts to becoming a professional driver competing internationally. She reveals the physical and mental demands of racing, her approach to building a sustainable business around her passion, and the powerful life lessons learned from significant injuries that forced her to prioritize self-care. Through candid conversation about meditation practices, mental health challenges, and spiritual growth, Sabre offers valuable insights on resilience, adaptability, and the power of consistent action.

5 Key Takeaways:

1. Success in motorsports relies on adaptability and creating consistency in an inherently inconsistent environment
2. Elite race car drivers must maintain exceptional physical fitness with specialized training (neck strength, core bracing, heat conditioning)
3. Building a business around your passion requires learning to delegate and find the right people to support growth
4. Personal growth often comes from adversity; Sabre's injuries taught her to value herself and speak up for her needs
5. Mental training through visualization and meditation is as crucial as physical training for high-performance athletes

In this episode of The Jumping Point Podcast, host Phillip welcomes James Schenck, President of Pentagon Federal Credit Union. They explore James's journey from military service to financial leadership, discussing how authentic leadership drives organizational success. James shares insights on aligning organizational mission with employee values, managing energy rather than just time, and creating a culture where people feel valued. Through personal anecdotes and leadership philosophies, James reveals how PenFed's emphasis on human connection alongside technological advancement has created both business success and member loyalty.

What we learned from James to help transform our leadership:

• True leadership means aligning organizational mission with what drives your team
• Create what James calls "combustion" - that magical energy when purpose and people connect
• Be patient enough to wait for the second marshmallow (you'll understand when you listen!)
• Focus on accumulating small wins instead of drowning in endless to-do lists
• Technology is powerful, but "it can never replace the human touch"

I this episode of The Jumping Point Phillip K. Naithram and Brian Chidester discussed personal growth, emotional intelligence, and the importance of seeking diverse perspectives. They emphasized the value of empathy, gratitude, and positive habits in achieving personal growth. They also shared experiences on navigating life's paths, including career choices, family dynamics, and personal growth. They Dive in to the challenges of maintaining authenticity and fostering meaningful connections highlighting the importance of vulnerability, transparency, and a more personal approach to building relationships.

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Highlights

· Resilience and Personal Development Through Sports

· Balancing Career and Passion

· Health Challenges, Resiliency and Personal Growth

· Authenticity and Human Connection in Personal and Professional Life

· Gratitude and Investing in Relationships

Comparison is the Destroyer of Joy – Susan Maly

Todays episode features Susan Maly an USAF Veteran, Entrepreneur, Author and Athlete. She shares her message of keeping things Simple and how to gracefully be bad at something long enough to get good at it.

Our comparison to others is Ego dressed as Judgement and Fear. It is the thief of our happiness.

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R.A.I.N
Recognize, Allow, Investigate & Nature. How to practice RAIN and Replace.

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I am Statements.... How often are you giving yourself Negative Affirmations and not even thinking about it??

I love and approve of myself. If you cringed when you read that then this episode is for you.

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When I am in your head I am out of my Mind... Letting Go of the Thoughts, Actions, and Opinions of others

Acceptance is the Answer,

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These are the 5 questions to ask ourselves Daily to grow mentally, spiritually , and physically.

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