49. Out of Balance vs. Out of Control
From Second Plan A by Amber and Ryan Hoover
April 8, 2026 · 52 min · Season 3 · Episode 8
About this episode
This episode explores the nuanced differences between being out of balance and out of control in high-pressure situations.
This episode explores the nuanced differences between being out of balance and out of control, especially in high-pressure situations like fighting. Join us as we dive into narrative identity, the coach vs parent perspective, understanding the differences between the experiencing self and remembering self, and being able to see the situation vs disposition.
People in this episode
Hosts: Amber Hoover, Ryan Hoover
Topics covered
- balance
- control
- high-pressure situations
- narrative identity
- experiencing self
- remembering self
Keywords
- balance
- control
- narrative identity
- self
- high-pressure
- fighting
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