Episode 19 Part 2 with Brandon Duckworth ⚾️

The conversation continues… and this one goes deeper.

From Opening Day memories to the mindset it takes to stay in the game — Brandon shares real, unfiltered insight on resilience, pressure, and what it actually means to show up when it matters most.

Plus, advice for parents raising athletes, lessons from the highs and lows, and why your identity has to be bigger than the spotlight.

🔥 This episode also features a special Q&A with rising athletes — real questions from youth in the game, answered with honesty, perspective, and advice they can carry both on and off the field.

If you caught Part 1, you already know… Part 2 is where it all connects.

🎧 Link below or get it wherever you stream.

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In Episode 19 of The Aurora Sessions: Beyond the Couch, we sit down with former MLB pitcher Brandon Duckworth to talk about what happens after the dream.

From the highs of playing in the big leagues to the identity shifts that come with stepping away from the game, Brandon opens up about:

⚾ Transitioning out of professional sports

⚾ Finding purpose beyond performance

⚾ Reinventing yourself when your role changes

⚾ The mental side of success, pressure, and starting over

⚾ Valuable advice for parents supporting their children through sports and life transitions

This conversation goes far beyond baseball — it’s about resilience, growth, and navigating change.

If you’ve ever faced a life pivot, or you’re a parent guiding your child through theirs, this one is for you.

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Raising emotionally strong kids starts earlier than we think

In this episode, I sit down with Anne Lada — pediatric oncology nurse, mom of four, and founder of A Lada Love — to talk about why children’s mental health deserves our attention now, not later.

We discuss the power of early intervention, how parents can nurture emotional intelligence at home, and the small but meaningful ways we can build resilience in our kids. Anne also shares insight on body image, self-esteem, and raising confident children in today’s social media world.

This conversation is practical, hopeful, and deeply needed for any parent who wants to protect their child’s peace while strengthening their voice.