Some beliefs don’t start out true, but they just get repeated until they feel that way. In this episode, we explore how message repetition shapes our beliefs through an ancient parable, a powerful psychological effect, and the words we speak to ourselves every day. You’ll hear how the stories you tell yourself, and what you allow others to repeat, can either build your confidence or break it.
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The Etch A Sketch Reset
Every performer makes mistakes, but not every performer knows how to let them go. In this episode, we use the Etch A Sketch as a metaphor for mental resets and explore why "forgetting on purpose" can actually sharpen your performance. You’ll hear practical ways to build a reset routine, insights from NFL standout Christian McCaffrey, and how coaches can use space (not just repetition) to accelerate learning. If you’ve ever struggled to move on from a rough day or missed opportunity, this one’s for you.
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Stuck Circling
Ever watch a dog spin in circles before lying down? It’s instinct. But it’s also a perfect metaphor for how we as humans spin and circle our thoughts, behaviors, and emotions. In this episode, we break down why our brains crave familiarity (even if it keeps us stuck) and how we can spot those mental “circling” patterns that sabotage progress. If you’ve ever waited for the perfect moment to act, this episode will help you stop spinning and start building the capacity to move forward, even when it feels uncomfortable.
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Tiny Mistakes, Big Consequences
In this episode, we explore the true story of the Hubble Space Telescope, a $1.5 billion marvel nearly rendered useless because of a mirror flaw just two microns wide. In high performance, it’s the little things that make the biggest difference. With insight from Tiger Woods and NASA’s recovery effort, this episode will challenge you to rethink how you treat the small details in your process.
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The $1.5 Million Dollar Note
When Albert Einstein couldn’t offer a tip to a hotel bellboy, he handed him a handwritten note with a quiet truth about happiness and ambition. Nearly a century later, that note still speaks to the tension so many high performers feel: Chasing success while losing sight of fulfillment. In this episode, we explore the hidden cost of restlessness.
The Threshold Lab is where “aha” moments and insights go to lift weights. Each episode cracks open a fundamental principle from the world of high performance and aims to transform how you think, work, and lead. Think of it like unlocking a door you’ve passed a hundred times, only to find it opens into a whole new way of thinking. If you're into mindset, growth, and the occasional mental mic drop, you're in the right lab.Zach Brandon is a coach, speaker, and thought leader blending principles from psychology, coaching, and high performance to empower others toward personal and professional excellence.
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