#354 Psychologist Dr. Lara Pence on Imposter Syndrome, Negative Thoughts, and Confidence

#354 Psychologist Dr. Lara Pence on Imposter Syndrome, Negative Thoughts, and Confidence

Author: Jim Harshaw, Jr. May 30, 2022 Duration: 41:44
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Negative thinking— though unwanted— is not exactly the enemy we think it is. In this episode, Dr. Lara Pence reveals how something negative may just be your key to success.

Dr. Lara Pence is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist. She is the owner of her own private practice, Chief Mind Works, in Colorado and has worked with parents, families, and children for the last two decades. 

She is the co-author of “10 Rules for Resilience: Mental Toughness for Families,” the Chief Mind Doc at Spartan, and founder of LIGHFBOX. 

She is also featured as a regular guest expert on the new CNBC show, “No Retreat: Business Bootcamp’ with Joe De Sena— who has recently been on the show (see JimHarshawJr.com/340). 

Lara has also worked as a coach at Unbeatable Mind alongside Navy SEAL Mark Divine— who graced the show back in episode 45 (see JimHarshawJr.com/45). 

In this episode, Lara reveals why having negative thoughts is just as important as having a clear and positive mind, how to handle them, and how to address such thoughts— especially when it's your kids on the receiving end. Don’t miss this interview. Tune in now!

If you don’t have time to listen to the entire episode or if you hear something that you like but don’t have time to write it down, be sure to grab your free copy of the Action Plan from this episode— as well as get access to action plans from EVERY episode— at http://www.JimHarshawJr.com/Action.  


There's a particular drive that comes from a background in sports, a mindset forged in competition and discipline that doesn't just switch off when you leave the field. Success for the Athletic-Minded Man taps directly into that energy, translating the core principles of athletic performance into tools for everyday life. Host Jim Harshaw, Jr. understands that the same clarity needed to execute a game plan, the focus required in a critical moment, and the consistency of daily practice are the exact traits that define winning in business, relationships, and personal health. This isn't about finding more hours in the day; it's about applying a strategic, trained approach to all of it. Each episode feels like a conversation with a coach who's been in your shoes, addressing the real tension between ambitious career goals, being a present father and partner, and maintaining physical fitness without letting any single priority suffer. You'll hear practical discussions on management, self-improvement, and the mental frameworks that help you stop shortchanging the areas that matter most. The podcast moves beyond theory, offering actionable insights for men who aim to build a life of sustained achievement, where success is measured across the board, not just on a scoreboard.
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