#134 TED: the Roles We Play

Feb 21, 2025

In this episode of Beyond the Chutes: Quiet Enough to Ride, host Doug Simcox dives deep into The Empowerment Dynamic (TED) and the critical shift from the Victim Mindset to the Creator Mindset. We break down the Dreaded Drama Triangle (DDT)—how blame, shame, and guilt fuel the roles of Victim, Persecutor, and Rescuer—and explore the path to reclaiming personal power.

Doug unpacks the three key roles in TED: 🔹 The Creator – Taking ownership and seeing possibilities instead of problems. 🔹 The Coach – Empowering others with guidance instead of rescuing them. 🔹 The Challenger – Encouraging growth through accountability instead of blame.

Drawing from the wisdom of Viktor Frankl, this episode highlights the power of choice, mindset, and meaning in overcoming adversity. Whether in rodeo or life, learning to shift your perspective changes everything.

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