Inside The Vertical Mind

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Inside The Vertical Mind

Welcome to the Inside The Vertical Mind Podcast, hosted by Dr. Don McGrath, co-author of the best-selling climbing psychology book Vertical Mind. Each episode focuses on a different psychological or social aspect of climbing. You won’t hear about the latest hard sends by big-name climbers. You will hear from people more like you, who have interesting stories and perspectives about climbing and what it means to be a climber.

Episodes

  1. JUN 22

    Episode #8: Meet The Team at Inside The Vertical Mind

    In this episode, you'll meet the core team at Inside The Vertical Mind and hear the inside scoop and inside stories from the show and podcast.

    46 min

  2. JUN 3

    Episode #7: Climbing as Therapy with Laurel Cepero (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor)

    In this episode Dr. Don McGrath interviews Laurel Cepero (LPCC) of Westwind Counseling about her experience using climbing in her work as a counselor. In it, you'll find out: the history of climbing therapy what it is used for who it is suited for how it works why it works where to learn more Be sure to follow the podcast to make sure you don't miss any of the valuable content we put out!

    44 min

  3. MAY 18

    Episode #6: Q&A With Vertical Mind Co-author Dr. Don McGrath

    This episode was recorded at an open Q&A session with Dr. Don McGrath on May 4rth, 2024 at the Edge Of The Wood Coop in Evergreen, Colorado.   Don talks about: - Psychological scripts and how they work - How to change scripts - His top tips for becoming more mentally strong in climbing   Be sure to subscribe to the podcast, so you don't miss a beat!

    37 min

  4. MAY 18

    Episode #5: Q&A With Vertical Mind Co-author Dr. Don McGrath Part 1

    This episode was recorded at an open Q&A session with Dr. Don McGrath on May 4rth, 2024 at the Edge Of The Wood Coop in Evergreen, Colorado.   Don talks about: - His experience with mental training for  - Coaching along-side Hazel Findlay - What he has learned since Vertical Mind first was published   Be sure to subscribe to the podcast, so you don't miss a beat!

    41 min

  5. MAY 8

    Episode #4; "Fun is Job One" and Other "Hudonisms"

    In this episode, Don McGrath talks with climbing legend Mark Hudon where they talk about: How to stay in the climbing game for 50+ years Hudonisms - catchy sayings to keep you stoked How to maintain stoke for the long run The psychological science behind finding more joy and fulfillment in climbing The meaning of climbing - hint...there is none! Tune in to learn a lot and have some fun! Follow the podcast to make sure you don't miss out on the information and fun.

    49 min

  6. APR 22

    Episode #3: Climbing and Pregnancy, Motherhood, Grief, and Finding New Purpose Through Climbing

    In this episode Dr. Don McGrath talks with Selena Pang who shares here experiences with: Climbing and pregnancy Climbing and Motherhood Climbing and grief Finding new purpose  through becoming a guide Please follow us to make sure you see all the episodes!

    49 min

  7. MAR 31

    A Father and Son Climbing Team, A Goat, and a Treehouse - what?

    In this podcast episode, host Don McGrath talks with father and son climbing team Sam and Joe Baker. In this fun-filled interview, you'll hear about: - what it's like to climb El Cap as a 8-year old - their treehouse where Don interviewed them - their close-call encounter with a goat on a climb - how they are forgoing Netflix for Jo and Sam Flix and creating their bets adventures We hope you enjoy this fun episode!

    40 min

  8. MAR 2

    Episode #1: A Tent, A Beach, and Margaritas - The Penning of Vertical Mind

    In this episode Dr. Don McGrath is joined by the other Vertical Mind co-author and psychology professor Dr. Jeff Elison. In it, they discuss: How the book Vertical Mind came to be What they have learned since it came out The impact they have seen it have You'll also get to hear the story of someone who attributes Vertical Mind with her return to climbing after a tragic accident.

    35 min
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Welcome to the Inside The Vertical Mind Podcast, hosted by Dr. Don McGrath, co-author of the best-selling climbing psychology book Vertical Mind. Each episode focuses on a different psychological or social aspect of climbing. You won’t hear about the latest hard sends by big-name climbers. You will hear from people more like you, who have interesting stories and perspectives about climbing and what it means to be a climber.

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  • Creator
    don mcgrath
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    8
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2024 All rights reserved.
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    Inside The Vertical Mind

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