In this episode (30:35)

In this podcast, we discuss the paradox of choice and the idea of “good enough” as a way to organize your dog agility training.

You Will Learn

• How more choices can lead to less satisfaction.
• Why perfectionism paralyzes you.
• How you can use the concept of “good enough” to better you agility training and make difficult decisions.

Mentioned/Related

• The Power of ‘Good Enough’
• The Paradox of Choice by Barry Schwartz
• Our previous podcast: Episode 148: The Paradox of Choice in Dog Agility

In this episode (20:34)

In this podcast, Anthony Clarke joins the podcast to talk about this week’s 4-day charity event called #AgilityRelief.

You Will Learn

• Why Anthony created this 4-day event.
• Which charities will be supported.
• How the challenges are structured.
• How podcast co-host Jennifer Crank will be involved.
• How YOU can participate!

Mentioned/Related

• Agility Relief on Facebook
• Event #1, April 13th 630pm BST (London)/12:30pm CDT (Houston): The Great British BARK OFF
• Event #2, April 14th 630pm BST (London)/12:30pm CDT (Houston): Fitness Jump
• Event #3, April 15th 630pm BST (London)/12:30pm CDT (Houston): Pup Star Super Star Lip Sync
• Event #4, April 16th 630pm BST (London)/12:30pm CDT (Houston): Fancy Feet Dance Off

The Competitors

In this episode (26:25)

In this podcast, we talk about how you can structure your training during this time of cancelled trials and group classes.

You Will Learn

• Why you should give yourself permission to take time off right now.
• How a daily schedule can help your mental state.
• How you can shift from event based to skill based goals.
• Why you may be facing overwhelm during this time.
• Questions to ask yourself to help structure your priorities.

Mentioned/Related

• Episode 82: What To Do When You Feel Overwhelmed
• Episode 42: The Internet, Dog Agility, and You