#116 Quiet Enough to Ride: Unlocking the Rodeo Mindset with Doug Simcox & Sam Swearingen

Dec 17, 2024

In this inaugural episode, hosts Doug Simcox and Sam Swearingen introduce their groundbreaking series, Quiet Enough to Ride, focused on mastering the mental side of the 3Rs: rodeo, racing, and wrestling.

Recorded just past Thanksgiving in Taylorsville, Kentucky, Doug and Sam share over 100 years of combined experience, diving into the pillars of family, faith, and finances while building a mental conditioning plan for success.

From personal stories to practical strategies, they explore how to quiet the mind, stay focused, and perform under pressure—key skills as the 2025 rodeo season kicks off and IFR 55 approaches.

🎯 Whether you’re in the arena or tackling challenges in everyday life, this episode is packed with actionable insights and exercises to sharpen your mental game.

🔜 Next Episode: Defining the Rodeo Mindset.

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