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The Game Changer Podcast
The Game Changer Podcast explores the intersection of health, purpose, and performance — spotlighting leaders, clinicians, and creators who turn adversity into growth.
Hosted by Michelle Dutro — Air Force veteran, former firefighter, PTSD nonprofit founder, and founder of Inner North Star Retreat — each episode blends candid conversations with science-backed tools for stress mastery, mental fitness, and resilience.
This is a show for curious, growth-minded people who believe the best chapters of their lives are still ahead of them — and who want real conversations, new ideas, and the kind of guests you won't find on every other podcast.
At a time when everything seems designed to divide us, this is a place to learn something genuinely new, think a little differently, and grow — without anyone telling you what to think.
With over two decades in biofeedback and wellness, Michelle brings a trauma-aware, compassion-forward approach that helps listeners elevate their physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.
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The Game Changer Podcast
143: Unlocking Resilience: A Conversation with Michael Ostrolenk
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In this episode of the Game Changer podcast, Michelle Dutro engages in a profound conversation with Michael Ostrilenk about resilience, particularly in the context of recent tragic events. They explore the definition of resilience, its emotional, interpersonal, and physical pillars, and the importance of understanding and managing emotions. Michael emphasizes the need for self-awareness, the role of values in decision-making, and the significance of helping others as a pathway to personal growth and optimism. The discussion highlights the challenges of modern communication, especially on social media, and the necessity of taking personal responsibility for our reactions and interactions.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Resilience and Its Importance
03:49 Understanding Resilience: A Personal Perspective
07:24 Redefining Resilience: The Three Pillars
19:20 Optimizing Human Resilience
29:59 The Role of Values in Resilience
38:14 Taking Action: Helping Others to Foster Resilience
43:09 Outro
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