Millions of people report feeling lonely, yet many are surrounded by friends, coworkers, and family every day. So what’s the difference between being alone and being lonely?

In this episode of GRYD: The Mindset Podcast, we discuss the growing loneliness epidemic, why so many men are struggling with connection, and how meaningful relationships, purpose, and community can change the trajectory of your life.

If you’ve ever felt disconnected, isolated, or like nobody truly understands what you’re carrying, this episode is for you.

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Topics Covered:

• Alone vs Lonely

• The loneliness epidemic

• Men’s mental health

• Meaningful relationships

• Purpose and belonging

• Building real community

• Why connection matters

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Welcome to the first interview episode of GRYD: The Mindset Podcast.

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In this conversation, Brock sits down with Jesse to discuss what it means to stop waiting for change and become the change yourself.

We talk about purpose, personal growth, men’s mental health, responsibility, brotherhood, and the mindset required to become the man you know you’re capable of being.

If you’re feeling stuck, searching for direction, or looking to take ownership of your life, this episode is for you.

Topics Covered:

• Men’s mental health

• Purpose and identity

• Personal responsibility

• Growth through adversity

• Building confidence

• Brotherhood and community

• Becoming the change

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• Off The Gryd Website

• Book a Trip

• YouTube Miniseries

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Find Your Y.

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brock@grydpsych.com

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@gryd.psych

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Today I’m giving you a major update on Off The Gryd and sharing a conversation every man needs to hear.

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In this episode,

I share why we made the transition, what it means for the future of our mission, and why so many men quietly drift away from the person they know they’re capable of becoming.

We discuss:

• Why men often struggle in silence

• The power of environment and brotherhood

• How challenge creates growth

• Why thought and action must work together

• The future of Off The Gryd

• New 1 on 1 mentorship program, more media, and community resources

Learn more:

• Off The Gryd Website

• Book a Trip

• YouTube Miniseries

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Find Your Y.

Email:

brock@grydpsych.com

info@offthegryd.com

Instagram:

@offthegrydtherapy

@grydpod

@brockeissman

@gryd.psych

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“Your brain doesn't need motivation, it needs evidence”

— Brock Eissman

This episode highlights:

• the new year 2026
• goals vs dreams
• how to set "SMART" goals
• update on Off The Gryd Therapy trips for 2026

If you’ve been part of The Mindset Sessions from the beginning, welcome back.

If you’re new here, GRYD blends sport psychology, mental health, purpose, and the outdoors, it is designed to help you think clearly, act intentionally, and live with meaning.

Thanks for listening! If this episode resonated, share it with someone who needs it, leave a review, and hit follow. Links Below.

Cheers! 🤘🏼

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“Maybe this in between isn’t punishment… maybe it’s preparation. Maybe it’s the shaping.”

— Brock Eissman

This episode explores that in between season from both a human and psychological perspective:

• Why the “space between” is uncomfortable

• The science behind identity shifts & uncertainty

• Why your brain resists change

• How liminal spaces have always been the birthplace of transformation

• What to do when life feels unclear, heavy, or in transition

Brock offers three practical, research-backed tools you can use immediately to navigate the space between:

1. Name your season

2. Narrow your focus to what you can influence today

3. Recognize that discomfort is neuroplasticity & growth

If you’ve been part of The Mindset Sessions from the beginning, welcome back.

If you’re new here, GRYD blends sport psychology, mental health, purpose, and the outdoors, it is designed to help you think clearly, act intentionally, and live with meaning.

Thanks for listening! If this episode resonated, share it with someone who needs it, leave a review, and hit follow.

Cheers! 🤘🏼

Follow BROCK & GRYD

Email:

brock@grydpsych.com

info@offthegrydtherapy.com

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@offthegrydtherapy

@grydpod

@gryd.psych

@brockeissman

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Questions answered for this episode:

1- How do you handle the mental side of fear, failure, and risk?

Asking from like a business perspective..

2- Whats one mental performance concept you wish everyone actually understood? Can you explain how to apply it?

3- If you've ever taken your foot off the gas, how'd you get back to being disciplined?

4- Can you name a specific event that gave you clarity or insight to knowing this was your calling?

Thanks for listening! Share this with someone you think will benefit from hearing it. If you liked the episode give us a review a rating and a follow, cheers!

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brock@grydpsych.com

info@offthegrydtherapy.com

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@gryd.psych

@grydpod

@brockeissman

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GRYD: The Mindset Podcast

Hosted by Brock Eissman

This session marks the return of the podcast under a new name and vision, GRYD: The Mindset Podcast. After nearly two years away, host Brock Eissman is back with a renewed purpose, a growing family, a self-published journal, and an even deeper understanding of what it means to build, lead, and live intentionally.

In this Mindset Session, “Find Your Y” He challenges listeners to look inward and ask two simple questions:

Who are you?

and

Why are you?

Your “why” isn’t what you do, it’s who you are. This episode explores the intersection of identity, purpose, and presence,

“Your WHY should be simple to say, but deeply rooted. It’s not what you do… it’s who you are.”

—Brock Eissman

If you’ve been part of The Mindset Sessions community, welcome back. If you’re new here, you’re stepping into something that blends sport psychology, mental health, and the outdoors, designed to help you think clearly, act decisively, and live with intention.

Thanks for listening! Share this with someone you think will benefit from hearing it. If you liked the episode give us a review a rating and a follow, cheers!

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Email:

brock@grydpsych.com

info@offthegrydtherapy.com

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@offthegrydtherapy

@grydpod

@gryd.psych

@brockeissman

THINK. DO. Journal: purchase here

For todays session we have Q&A, where you the listener asks us questions in regard to anything performance. We had two questions: Q1- "Hey I had a question for you regarding burn out. I’ve been playing sports my entire life.. 3 sport athlete in HS, and now that my senior year is coming to an end I will be playing 1 sport in college. I’ve felt burn out in the past which led to me playing multiple sports in HS, and thats my concern. Interested to hear your thoughts on dealing with burn out, Thank You!" Q2- "Hey there, for 2024 I want to reach all of my goals. I have A LOT of goals for the year, and I feel like I always start out really well, and then slowly die off as the year gets going. I’d appreciate any insight! Thanks."

Appreciate you for checking out the podcast! Shoot us your questions for the next Q&A to brock@offthewalltherapy.com

Have a great week! Remember, the game is not 90% mental and 10% physical, its 100% mental and 100% physical. DO BOTH. Thanks for listening! Share this with someone you think will benefit from hearing it. If you liked the episode give us a review a rating and a follow, cheers!

Email: brock@offthewalltherapy.com

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