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Ready to train your brain like you train your dog?
This podcast is for dog handlers who know mindset matters—but don’t always know how to build it. I’m Julie Bacon, The Q Coach, and every week, I’ll bring you real-talk coaching, stories from the ring, and tools you can actually use to build a stronger performance mindset.
Whether you’re dealing with ring nerves, inconsistency, fear of leveling up, or just want to feel more confident out there, this podcast is your weekly dose of support, strategy, and “omg same” moments.
No fluff. No hype. Just practical mindset coaching for competitive dog handlers who want to Q more consistently and show up with confidence. Let’s get after it.
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This week we’re talking about the surprising ways imposter syndrome sneaks in for high-level handlers — even when you’re winning, confident, and experienced. From sudden visibility to identity lag, comparison traps, fast-rising dogs, and pressure misfires, we’ll unpack why imposter syndrome shows up at the top of the sport and how to shift it so you can compete with more clarity and confidence.
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🎹 Music by Alex_MakeMusic from Pixabay.
This week, I’m fresh off Kelsea’s first real agility weekend — complete with brilliance, distractions, and a few ring-crew love fests. It reminded me that attention isn’t automatic; it’s trained. In this episode, we’ll dig into how our modern lives have actually reinforced distraction, why focus is a skill (not a character trait), and how simple visualization practice can retrain your brain to stay present when it counts most — in the ring.
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🎹 Music by Alex_MakeMusic from Pixabay.
Confidence isn’t something that just shows up one day — it’s something you build. In this episode, I’ll walk you through three things that create real, lasting confidence in the ring: calming your body, working with pressure (not against it), and finding clarity through your goals. It’s simple, it’s doable, and it works — because confidence grows from practice, not perfection.
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🎹 Music by Alex_MakeMusic from Pixabay.
Everyone talks about warm-up routines and handling skills, but what about the mental side of your game? In this episode, I’m sharing five simple mindset routines you can build right into your crate-to-gate process. These are quick, practical tools you can use before, during, and after your runs to stay grounded, focused, and confident — no overthinking required.
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🎹 Music by Alex_MakeMusic from Pixabay.
If your brain feels like it’s constantly bouncing from one thought to the next — if you rush, overthink, or can’t seem to slow down at trials — this episode is for you. We’re talking about frenetic energy, why it shows up, and how to find calm focus again. Spoiler: it’s not about being more disciplined. It’s about understanding what your nervous system is really trying to do.
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🎹 Music by Alex_MakeMusic from Pixabay.
This month, I want you to get obsessed — in the best possible way. Pick one skill, one goal, or one mindset shift and go all-in for 30 days. In this episode, we’re talking about healthy obsession, a little bit of villain energy, and how to channel all that focus into your training, your goals, and your confidence.
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🎹 Music by Alex_MakeMusic from Pixabay.
Confidence isn’t luck or magic — it’s built through the goals you set and how you follow through. In this episode, I’m breaking down why alignment matters more than effort, how your weekly plans become confidence reps, and what to do if your goals are accidentally draining your belief instead of building it.
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🎹 Music by Alex_MakeMusic from Pixabay.
Feeling both overwhelmed and under-motivated? You’re not alone — this paradox shows up for a lot of handlers. In this episode, I break down why overwhelm and low motivation collide, how it traps us, and simple steps you can take to reset and rebuild momentum.
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🎹 Music by Alex_MakeMusic from Pixabay.
Are you stuck in a “Q or nothing” mindset? In this episode, I’ll dig into how the pressure to be perfect can rob handlers of joy and learning, and how shifting to growth-driven goals — and playing the long game — creates more confidence, resilience, and yes, more Qs in the ring.
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🎹 Music by Alex_MakeMusic from Pixabay.
Nerves aren’t a flaw — they’re part of the sport. In this episode, I’ll share why handlers feel the need to apologize for being nervous, how nerves actually help us focus and perform, and practical ways to work with them instead of against them.
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🎹 Music by Alex_MakeMusic from Pixabay.
Ribbons, titles, compliments from judges — they all feel good, but they can’t be the only thing fueling our confidence. In this episode, I dig into why handlers crave external validation, how it can hold us back, and most importantly, practical ways to create our own feedback and self-trust that lasts longer than any Q.
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🎹 Music by Alex_MakeMusic from Pixabay.
Feeling like you're just going through the motions at trials? In this episode, we're talking about what it means to compete with intention — and why this fall is the perfect time to reset your mindset. We’ll cover how to use intentionality in your planning, handling, and post-run reflections to boost both your performance and your joy in the ring.
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🎹 Music by Alex_MakeMusic from Pixabay.
Confidence isn’t something you achieve once and never worry about again. It shifts with levels, pressure, and even our own expectations. In this episode, I’ll share why confidence feels like it moves around on us, and more importantly, how to create habits and tools that help you rebuild it faster and make it stick around longer.
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🎹 Music by Alex_MakeMusic from Pixabay.
You know those days when your timing is off, your focus is fuzzy, and your dog’s picking up on something you can’t quite name? That might not be mindset or nerves — it might be nervous system dysregulation. In this episode, Julie unpacks what regulation really means, how it affects performance, and why both you and your dog need support in this area. Includes a quick breakdown of the science, real-life examples, simple tools to get regulated, and a bonus riff on dopamine’s role in all of this.
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In this episode, we're busting open the idea that you have to go it alone. Whether you need help with a training issue or coaching for a “minor” problem, there is LOTS of support available these days. In order to accomplish your big goals, you need the right support team around you - from instruction to massage therapists to yes, mindset support. Do you have the right team assembled?
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🎹 Music by Alex_MakeMusic from Pixabay.
Ever feel like you're stuck making the same mistakes over and over in the ring — no matter how much you train or prepare? In this episode, we’ll talk about the hidden loops that keep handlers stuck, why they’re so common, and what you can do to start breaking the cycle. Whether it’s performance anxiety, negative self-talk, or mid-run panic, this episode will help you spot your patterns and shift them with intention.
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🎹 Music by Alex_MakeMusic from Pixabay.
Ever spiral into “what if” after one rough run or vet scare? You’re not alone — and you’re not broken. In this episode, Julie unpacks catastrophic thinking: why it happens, how it shows up in dog sports, and what you can do to stop the spiral and ground yourself in the moment.
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🎹 Music by Alex_MakeMusic from Pixabay.
Think you need to feel ready before entering that next trial or leveling up? Think again. In this episode, we’re breaking down the myth of readiness, how perfectionism messes with your mindset, and why waiting to feel ready might actually be what’s holding you back.
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💬 Got a question or topic idea? Ask me anything—anonymously if you’d like! → https://www.theqcoach.com/askQ
🎹 Music by Alex_MakeMusic from Pixabay.
Feeling stuck, behind, or just plain not good enough? This week’s episode is your reminder that you’re doing better than you think. No sugar-coating, no empty cheerleading — just a grounded, real talk pep talk to help you find your footing, quiet the inner critic, and get back in the game.
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💬 Got a question or topic idea? Ask me anything—anonymously if you’d like! → https://www.theqcoach.com/askQ
🎹 Music by Alex_MakeMusic from Pixabay.
We’re halfway through the year — and that makes it the perfect time to pause, reflect, and reset. In this episode, we’ll walk through four mindset-based steps to get clear on your goals, your progress, and what you actually want from the rest of the year. This isn’t about starting over — it’s about moving forward with purpose.
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