Super Awesome You: Brave Enough Today
Welcome to Super Awesome You: Brave Enough Today--A podcast for people who are done letting self-doubt run the show.
If you’ve ever talked yourself out of something your heart wanted… if you’ve waited until you were “ready” or “perfect” or “more confident” then this space is for you.
Hosted by Sam Abousalbi (a neurobiology grad, marathoner, and former spin instructor turned mindset mentor) each episode blends science, soul, and small steps to help you move forward, even when your inner critic is loud.
This is honest encouragement for the overthinkers, the dreamers, and the ones who keep showing up.
You don’t have to be fearless. You just have to be brave enough today.
Episodes
70 episodes
Are You Ignoring Your Greatest Wins?
You’ve done hard things before, and you can do them again.It's so easy to look past all the work we've put into our lives, and to keep moving the goal post...but if we do that all the time, we tend to strip away any and all the joy of ac...
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Season 3
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Episode 18
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10:20
Ever Think You’re Too Late to Start?
Do you feel like you’ve missed your chance to pursue your dreams? In this episode, Sam shares why it’s never too late to reinvent yourself, chase your goals, and find clarity in life’s constraints. Whether you’re starting fresh at 20 or pivotin...
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Season 3
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Episode 17
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10:33
[Podcast Swap] My episode from "My First Marathon Podcast" with host Taylor S
Hi everyone! This week I'm doing a podcast episode swap with Taylor S from My First Marathon podcast (you can find it here: https://www.myfirstmarathonpodcast.com/ ) I had such a...
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Season 3
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1:01:19
Train Your Brain to Show Up When Motivation Doesn't
What happens when your motivation runs dry but your goals remain unchanged? That's the central question explored in this relatable episode of the Super Awesome You podcast, where host Sam delves into the challenging reality of pursuing long-ter...
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Season 3
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Episode 16
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12:30
"She's gonna run a full within a year" -- Exploring the power of words, community, and self with Taylor from My First Marathon Podcast
This week I sit down with Taylor S from My First Marathon Podcast, and we talk about motivation, drive, overcoming challenges during those long training blocks, and the power of words and community in helping us get over the hump. Y...
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Season 3
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Episode 15
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36:31
[Repost] What matters most when pursuing a goal
Hi everyone, Sam here! As promised, this week I'm off (but will be back next week with a new exciting episode!!) so here's a favorite on the podcast, "What matters most when pursuing a goal". This was the S1 season finale if you missed it the 1...
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Season 3
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9:12
Let's talk about progress (or the seeming lack of progress) when pursuing a long-term goal
Less than a week away from the NYC Half, and I'm reminded of my experience running the FDR highway, looking at the UN building, and feeling like I'm never actually getting closer to it. This ends up being a good segue for me to talk about progr...
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Season 3
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Episode 14
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14:22
Why letting go might be the best way to hit your goal / set a PR
Has this ever happened to you? You let go of your goal, and then not only hit it, but exceed it? In this week's episode, I dive into some of the science of why I think this happens.
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Season 3
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Episode 13
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12:29
[Podcast Swap] Sam's 40th birthday mix tape on "Super Awesome Mix"
Since it's my birthday (week!) and I'm off, I'm going to post an episode from my other podcast on the Super Awesome Mix podcast network! Hope you enjoy these 12 songs that are helping me reflect on 40 wonderful years.
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Season 3
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Episode 12
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31:57
How to create a practice of discipline (because motivation will *not* always be there)
Motivation vs. discipline gets thrown around a lot online. Let's break that down, and talk about what it really means when someone says "discipline over motivation".P.S. Next week I'll be off celebrating my 40th birthday, so I'll instead...
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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19:42
Special Race Day Episode: Tips & Tricks for running the NYRR United Half Marathon in NYC
I'm joined this week by special guest Indy, a long-time marathoner and NYC runner, as we break down the upcoming 2025 United Half Marathon in New York City! We both ran the race last year, and will be running it this year, so we wanted to revie...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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33:01
The mental gymnastics of dealing with an injury as a runner
Being injured as a runner can be painful -- and can challenge our sense of identity. This week I talk about my struggle of having a 2 month injury time out, and returning back to my first race (the Manhattan 10K) and dealing with some cognitive...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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14:27
The psychology of gatekeeping: why I think it happens, and what to do about it
Gatekeeping is a topic that seems to come up a lot on Runners Threads! I wanted to dive into some of the sociology / psychology and science behind it, and some quick tips on how to deal with it.
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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16:13
The surprising impact of heavy screen time on introspection and goal-setting
This last week I suffered from vertigo, and had to stay off screens for a while. It ended up being a really positive experience. This week we cover:How social media is designed to keep you on thereWhy our brains struggle to...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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16:50
How to use the two different two-minute rules to change your life and build new habits
This episode explores the transformative power of the two-minute rule for managing everyday tasks and building effective habits. By tackling small tasks immediately and gradually incorporating new habits, listeners can experience mental clarity...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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15:58
How running transformed from a high school chore to a lifelong passion and its fascinating link to neurobiology
This episode is a brief introduction to me, Sam! it's great to meet you! We also spend some time in the end talking about a habit hack I have for getting me out the door to run on those days when I don't want to (which does happen, for sure. Lo...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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17:08
How to transform your goal writing into something that works better
This episode focuses on the transformative power of journaling as a tool for effective goal setting. By envisioning future successes and immersing oneself in the emotions related to achievements, listeners can engage their subconscious and crea...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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18:37
[Podcast Swap]: “What are you listening to” with Matt, Jenn, and Sam, and our favorite Christmas music
This week, since I’m off for the holiday, please enjoy this episode from a sister show on our network: What are you listening to? with host Jenn. I’m on the show with Matt from the mixtape podcast, and we all enjoy some laughs talking about our...
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Season 3
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26:01
Why Delayed Gratification is so difficult, and tips to deal with it
Hi, Sam here, I'm fighting a cold this week, hope you can excuse my stuffed up voice!Join me this week as I tackle the difficulty of long term goals, and why in the moment, we tend to make the poor choice (vs the choice we actu...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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21:12
Doing something new is an act of courage.
What if the fear of trying something new is just your brain's way of keeping you safe? Join me as I unravel how our evolutionary instincts can hold us back, sharing my own experience of taking that first brave step into the unknown. Our brains ...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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20:18
"I can do hard things" - What running my first marathon taught me about life's big challenges
Ever wondered what it takes to transform a simple decision into an extraordinary achievement? Join me, Sam, as I recount my journey of running the New York City Marathon for the first time. You'll hear about the rigorous two-year preparation, t...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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18:03
[Repost] Do you ever feel like two selves battling one another to change?
Hi all! Another repost this week as I work on new content and some exciting news coming soon! Enjoy another popular episode from the archive.---This week we cover the feeling of having two different versions of yourself vying for co...
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10:10
[Repost] Are you too focused on the negative things in your life?
I’ll be back real soon with a new episode, but for now here is a fan favorite / all time best episode!— This week we cover the benefit of journaling positive experiences in your life, and how it can retrain your brain and expand wh...
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Season 2
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10:07