The Sonya Looney Show

December can be a joyful yet challenging time - full of excitement for the holidays and a new year, but also heavy with grief, difficult family dynamics, and feelings of loneliness. Let"s step away from the chaos and immerse ourselves in the sights, sounds, and sensations of the natural world to find calm amidst the st

In a world where achievements often define us, it"s easy to get caught up in chasing external validation and performance-based identities. But what does it mean to truly escape the comparison trap? As we gear up for a transition to "Grow the Good," I"m excited to share this solo reflection about the power of uniqueness

Have you ever struggled to push through that final mile, nail a big presentation, or remain poised under stress? Today, we’re tackling Functional Mental Toughness with Dr. Brad Cooper, whose approach to mental toughness isn’t just about enduring more; it’s about thriving, preparing, and activating in ways that enhance

This week we are sharing an episode of the Wise Effort Show with Dr. Diana Hill featuring Sonya! ---------- In this episode of the Wise Effort Show, Dr. Diana Hill, a clinical psychologist, discusses the challenges of perfectionism and how to practice wise effort at work with Sonya Looney, a world-champion mountain bik

I want to dig deep into something that touches every one of us, whether we’re aware of it or not: purpose. Purpose encompasses goal direction, intentionality, and the pursuit of what is seen as important in life. It provides a reason to get up in the morning and persist through challenges. Purpose has layers—it’s not j

Bringing meditation into daily life is a different beast. Today’s moving meditation will be short, simple—and really hard, because we’re taking meditation on the move so you can apply mindfulness to everyday activities like workouts or a quiet hike. In today’s episode, I break down how to shift from an ego-focused to a