This episode is one of those conversations that stays with you long after it ends. I sat down with my friend Morgan Vance, Executive Director of the Pat Summitt Foundation, and we talked about something that so many of us face but often feel alone in: what happens after you hit rock bottom?

Morgan opens up about walking through a painful divorce, the loneliness that followed, and the moment she found herself on her knees in her parents’ backyard, realizing she couldn’t do it on her own. But that wasn’t the end of her story — it was the beginning of a new one.

She shares how therapy, faith, and a simple bag of chips (yes, really) helped her rediscover joy and reclaim her identity. Her “one big thing”? That there’s always a reason to praise — even in the middle of the mess.

If you’re in a hard season right now — whether it’s divorce, depression, anxiety, or just feeling stuck — I want you to know you’re not alone. Morgan’s story is a reminder that healing is possible, joy is real, and sometimes the smallest moments can be the most powerful.

We also talk about the incredible work she’s doing through the Pat Summitt Foundation to support families impacted by Alzheimer’s, and how you can get connected if that’s part of your journey too.

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About Morgan

Morgan is a proud wife and mother of five. She serves as the Executive Director of the Pat Summitt Foundation, charged with protecting the life and legacy of legendary women’s basketball coach Pat Summitt while advancing the organization’s mission in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease.

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In this episode of The One Big Thing, I had the privilege of sitting down with former MLB pitcher and current high school coach Justin Masterson. You might know him from his days on the mound with the Red Sox, but what really struck me in our conversation was his heart for people and his deep insights on emotional maturity.

We talked about what it means to grow—not just as a leader or athlete, but as a human being. Justin shared how his definition of maturity has evolved into the ability to handle emotions well, especially in the face of hardship. Whether he's coaching teenagers, navigating marriage, or serving in his community, he’s learned that staying relational and grounded is key.

In this episode, we dive into:

• The emotional weight athletes carry behind the scenes
• How to lead with empathy and humility in high-pressure environments
• Practical tools like the “CAKE” acronym and quieting techniques to regulate emotions
• Why identity and belonging are essential for real transformation
• Honest stories of failure, forgiveness, and fatherhood

I even share a personal story about a moment I blew it as a dad—and what it taught me about grace, humility, and the power of saying “I’m sorry.”

If you’re someone who wants to grow in emotional intelligence, lead with more compassion, or just be a better version of yourself, this episode is for you. We’re not aiming for perfection—just progress.

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About Justin Masterson

Justin Masterson is a former Major League Baseball pitcher who spent eight seasons in the big leagues with the Boston Red Sox, Cleveland Guardians (formerly Indians), and St. Louis Cardinals. Known for his resilience and leadership on the mound, he made history as the youngest Red Sox pitcher since Babe Ruth to win a playoff game and was selected as an All-Star in 2013. His career highlights include pitching an immaculate inning and recording four strikeouts in a single inning.

After retiring from professional baseball in 2017 to prioritize family, Justin transitioned into a life of service and mentorship. He now coaches varsity baseball at Fishers High School in Indiana, where he also helps develop athletes’ mental skills through programs like “Awaken the Tiger” and “Eye of the Tiger.” He’s a substitute teacher, motivational speaker, and host of The Justin Masterson Show podcast.

Justin and his wife founded the Fortress Foundation in 2013 to support individuals in need, and they continue to work with organizations like PHARE Warrior and Wayfinders. Above all, Justin is passionate about helping others grow in emotional maturity—defined as the ability to stay relational and grounded in the face of life’s biggest challenges.

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On this episode of The One Big Thing, I had the honor of sitting down with General Stanley McChrystal. You may know him as one of the most respected military leaders of our time, but in our conversation, we focused less on medals and missions and more on the thing that truly defines a life: character.

We talked about what it means to be a father, a grandfather, and a human being trying to live out your values in a complicated world. Stan shares how character isn't something we inherit—it's something we choose. And we don't just choose it once—we choose it daily, especially in the hard moments when no one else is watching.

We also got into:

• Why your example matters more than your achievements
• How to hold fast to who you are—even when the world feels loud, divided, and chaotic
• What Stan learned from leading soldiers in war and grandkids in peacetime
• How his book On Character: Choices That Define a Life came to be (and why it might help you rethink your own convictions)

Whether you're a parent, a leader, or someone simply trying to do the next right thing, I think this episode will meet you right where you are. This conversation reminded me that we all have a say in the kind of person we become—and that it’s never too late to start making better choices.

🧠 Your one big thing today? Character isn’t what you say—it’s who you are when no one’s looking. And you own that.

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About Stanley McChrystal

Co-Founder of McChrystal Group

Former Commander of U.S. and International Forces in Afghanistan Former Leader of Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC)

Author of My Share of the Task: A Memoir, Team of Teams: New Rules of Engagement for a Complex World, Leaders: Myth and Reality, Risk: A User’s Guide, and Character: Choices that Define a Life.

A one-of-a-kind leader with a new perspective on collaboration and teamwork, General Stan McChrystal is known for helping organizations tap into the potential of their people to better compete in a complex and interconnected world.

Following thirty-four years of service in the U.S. Army—including as commander of U.S. and International Security Assistance Forces (ISAF) Afghanistan and commander of the nation’s premier counter-terrorism force— General McChrystal delivers his unique blend of on-theground experience with decades of leadership to provide practical insight and wisdom to help organizations transform and succeed in challenging, dynamic environments.

General McChrystal now leads the McChrystal Group as its founder and CEO, which helps organizations of all types transform how their people, processes, and technology work together to unlock greater speed and adaptability. As the author of several best-selling books, General McChrystal latest examines the character of leaders and what makes someone who they are and, importantly, how they will be remembered.

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