The Forward Theory
Confidence doesn’t come first—movement does.
The Forward Theory is a podcast about building self-belief through action.
Hosted by writer, runner, and mindset geek Sam Abousalbi, each episode explores the feedback loop that changed everything:
Movement → Confidence → Momentum → More Confidence → Movement.
If you’re feeling stuck, stalled, or like you’re always starting over, this show will help you shift your mindset, rebuild trust in yourself, and start creating real momentum one step at a time.
You don’t need to be ready. You just need to move.
(Formerly "Super Awesome You" and "Super Awesome Runner")
The Forward Theory
What Storylines Are You Telling Yourself, and Are They Holding You Back?
What if the biggest thing standing between you and your dreams is the story you tell yourself every day? Sam dives into how self-limiting beliefs can keep us stuck and shares his personal journey of rewriting his narrative—from thinking he could never finish something to realizing he can do hard things. Discover practical ways to challenge the stories that shrink you and embrace empowering storylines that fuel your growth.
The song of the episode is "The Search" by NF. You can find season 3's playlist here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2GUGb3CV31VKK6G3CYebCs?si=9c79b6dc3ed44af4
You can find the show on Instagram @theforwardtheory and TikTok @theforwardtheory
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