The Forward Theory

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Season 3 is over, thanks for listening! For more of The Forward Theory, please subscribe to my Substack at https://theforwardtheory.substack.com . --------Confidence doesn’t come first—movement does. The Forward Theory is a podcast about building self-belief through action. Hosted by writer, runner, and mindset geek Sam Abousalbi, each episode explores the feedback loop that changed everything:Movement → Confidence → Momentum → More Confidence → Movement. If you’re feeling stuck, stalled, or like you’re always starting over, this show will help you shift your mindset, rebuild trust in yourself, and start creating real momentum one step at a time. You don’t need to be ready. You just need to move. (Formerly "Super Awesome You" and "Super Awesome Runner")

  1. 10/14/2025

    [Repost] Have you heard the phrase 'things that fire together, wire together'?

    Another repost week! Enjoy this favorite. This week we talk about the meaning of the phrase 'things that fire together, wire together' and how it relates to habit formation (or habit removal). Coming soon we'll discuss the 3 parts of a habit, and how to use the science of habits to change your life! This week's song of the week is Clubbed to Death by Rob Dougan (the remixed version off the Matrix soundtrack.) Support the show If today’s episode resonated, you’ll love my weekly newsletter. Subscribe here for free: https://theforwardtheory.substack.com/

    11 min

  2. 10/07/2025

    [Repost] Are you giving up too early on your goals?

    Hi everyone! A repost this week as I still find my bearings! 😄 Another audience favorite: This week we talk about the problem of invisible progress, and late rewards when you're working towards a long-term goal (and what to do about it!) This week's song of the week is Believer by Imagine Dragons. Support the show If today’s episode resonated, you’ll love my weekly newsletter. Subscribe here for free: https://theforwardtheory.substack.com/

    10 min

  3. 09/30/2025

    How do you overcome the doubt at the beginning of a new challenge?

    Starting something new—whether it’s becoming a parent, launching a business, running a marathon, or stepping into a new role—can feel overwhelming. Doubt creeps in and whispers, “Can I really do this?”  In this episode, Sam shares three powerful reminders to help you face those moments. If you’ve ever felt stuck at the base of a mountain, this conversation will remind you that you have what it takes to keep climbing. Support the show If today’s episode resonated, you’ll love my weekly newsletter. Subscribe here for free: https://theforwardtheory.substack.com/

    14 min

  4. 09/23/2025

    [Season Break] Do you hang out with the right people to help you achieve your goals?

    Hi everyone! At least one more season break episode this week -- another listener favorite. hope everyone is having a wonderful season transition! This week we talk a bit about mirroring, and how hanging out with people who are positive/happy/hopeful tends to make us feel more positive/happy and hopeful. Support the show If today’s episode resonated, you’ll love my weekly newsletter. Subscribe here for free: https://theforwardtheory.substack.com/

    9 min

  5. 09/16/2025

    [Season Break] How do you find the motivation to change your habits? Part 3 of 3 on habits

    Mid-season break for the next 1 week! Please enjoy this audience favorite, a 3 part series on the science of habits. We tackle the final piece of the habit puzzle: finding the motivation to stick with it, and to make important changes.  Support the show If today’s episode resonated, you’ll love my weekly newsletter. Subscribe here for free: https://theforwardtheory.substack.com/

    11 min

  6. 09/09/2025

    [Season Break] What are you getting out of your existing habits? Part 2 of 3 on habits

    Mid-season break for the next 2 weeks! Please enjoy this audience favorite, a 3 part series on the science of habits. This week we're talking about how to make a plan to change existing habits or create new ones. Support the show If today’s episode resonated, you’ll love my weekly newsletter. Subscribe here for free: https://theforwardtheory.substack.com/

    10 min

  7. 09/02/2025

    [Season Break] Is your environment helping or hurting you start or stop a habit? Part 1 of 3 on the science of habits.

    Mid-season break for the next 3 weeks! Please enjoy this audience favorite, a 3 part series on the science of habits. This week we tackle part 1 of 3 on the science of habits -- the cue or the trigger! And how to hack this system to help you start or stop a habit. This week's song of the week is Breaking the Habit by Linkin Park. Support the show If today’s episode resonated, you’ll love my weekly newsletter. Subscribe here for free: https://theforwardtheory.substack.com/

    10 min

  8. 08/26/2025

    Are you allowing yourself to be you?

    It’s easy to model yourself after others—following their routines, copying their strategies, and trying to replicate their success. But what if the real turning point is when you start listening to yourself?  In this episode, Sam shares why blindly copying others holds you back, how to check in with what actually works for you, and why the answers you’re searching for are already inside you. This is your reminder to stop forcing someone else’s blueprint and start building your own. Ready to take your growth to the next level? Visit learn.theforwardtheory.com to explore courses and digital products designed to help you build confidence, create momentum, and move your life forward—one step at a time. Start today and thank yourself tomorrow! Support the show If today’s episode resonated, you’ll love my weekly newsletter. Subscribe here for free: https://theforwardtheory.substack.com/

    15 min
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Season 3 is over, thanks for listening! For more of The Forward Theory, please subscribe to my Substack at https://theforwardtheory.substack.com . --------Confidence doesn’t come first—movement does. The Forward Theory is a podcast about building self-belief through action. Hosted by writer, runner, and mindset geek Sam Abousalbi, each episode explores the feedback loop that changed everything:Movement → Confidence → Momentum → More Confidence → Movement. If you’re feeling stuck, stalled, or like you’re always starting over, this show will help you shift your mindset, rebuild trust in yourself, and start creating real momentum one step at a time. You don’t need to be ready. You just need to move. (Formerly "Super Awesome You" and "Super Awesome Runner")

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