<![CDATA[The Work in Progress Podcast]]>The Work in Progress is a podcast about the moments that shape us. The struggles, the breaking points, and the slow or sudden shifts that change everything. Hosted by John Ragno, LMHC, LPC, each episode is a real conversation with someone who has turned pain into purpose, challenge into growth, or loss into something meaningful.

This isn't a highlight reel. It's the honest version. What it actually felt like, what had to change, and what they're still figuring out. Guests come from all walks of life: athletes, first responders, professionals, and everyday people who've done the hard work of showing up differently.

The name isn't an accident. We're all a work in progress. The point isn't to have arrived. It's to be honest about the journey.

]]>https://riverside.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Sat, 18 Jul 2026 01:17:32 GMTThu, 09 Apr 2026 14:27:08 GMT60John Ragno<p><b>The Work in Progress</b> is a podcast about the moments that shape us. The struggles, the breaking points, and the slow or sudden shifts that change everything. Hosted by John Ragno, LMHC, LPC, each episode is a real conversation with someone who has turned pain into purpose, challenge into growth, or loss into something meaningful.</p><p></p><p>This isn't a highlight reel. It's the honest version. What it actually felt like, what had to change, and what they're still figuring out. Guests come from all walks of life: athletes, first responders, professionals, and everyday people who've done the hard work of showing up differently.</p><p></p><p>The name isn't an accident. We're all a work in progress. The point isn't to have arrived. It's to be honest about the journey.</p>episodicJohn Ragnojohn@progressforwardtherapy.comyes<![CDATA[Episode 1: Brian Strump]]>In this pilot episode, Brian Strump shares his journey of making a life-changing move, discovering CrossFit, and overcoming perfectionism. He reflects on feedback in relationships, fatherhood, and struggles with self-compassion, highlighting the importance of personal growth and self-awareness. The conversation delves into the themes of vulnerability, self-compassion, and personal growth. It explores the impact of childhood experiences, scarcity mindset, and the importance of celebrating wins. The discussion emphasizes the significance of reflection, discomfort, and intentionality in fostering self-compassion and human connection.

Takeaways

  • Life changes can lead to unexpected opportunities
  • Self-compassion and personal growth are ongoing journeys Vulnerability fosters human connection and personal growth.
  • Self-compassion is essential for overcoming scarcity mindset and celebrating wins.

Chapters

  • 00:00 A Life-Changing Move
  • 06:00 Discovering CrossFit
  • 11:49 Personal Growth and Self-Compassion
  • 17:51 Feedback and Relationships
  • 26:53 Fatherhood and Personal Development
  • 36:10 Struggles with Self-Compassion
  • 43:28 Vulnerability and Humanization
  • 49:32 Parenting and Compassion
  • 55:04 Intentionality and Reflection
  • 01:01:32 Vulnerability and Human Connection
]]>61794473-3bde-4e32-bfa7-c16bd1f99e70Fri, 05 Jun 2026 02:47:35 GMT<p>In this pilot episode, Brian Strump shares his journey of making a life-changing move, discovering CrossFit, and overcoming perfectionism. He reflects on feedback in relationships, fatherhood, and struggles with self-compassion, highlighting the importance of personal growth and self-awareness. The conversation delves into the themes of vulnerability, self-compassion, and personal growth. It explores the impact of childhood experiences, scarcity mindset, and the importance of celebrating wins. The discussion emphasizes the significance of reflection, discomfort, and intentionality in fostering self-compassion and human connection.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Life changes can lead to unexpected opportunities</li><li>Self-compassion and personal growth are ongoing journeys Vulnerability fosters human connection and personal growth.</li><li>Self-compassion is essential for overcoming scarcity mindset and celebrating wins.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 A Life-Changing Move</li><li>06:00 Discovering CrossFit</li><li>11:49 Personal Growth and Self-Compassion</li><li>17:51 Feedback and Relationships</li><li>26:53 Fatherhood and Personal Development</li><li>36:10 Struggles with Self-Compassion</li><li>43:28 Vulnerability and Humanization</li><li>49:32 Parenting and Compassion</li><li>55:04 Intentionality and Reflection</li><li>01:01:32 Vulnerability and Human Connection</li></ul>no01:17:5311Episode 1: Brian Strumpfull