Mindset Coach Academy Podcast

The number one reason coaches quit isn't money, clients, or skills — it's their own mindset. Coaching others is one thing, but learning to manage YOUR mindset is what will determine your success as a mental performance coach. No one talks about the tough moments when coaching feels overwhelming, progress feels slow, and quitting seems like the easiest option. The good news? These challenges aren’t a sign to quit but proof you’re in the game. I’m sharing five mindset shifts to help you push through self-doubt, stay committed, and build a thriving career. Tune in to learn how to overcome the obstacles that make most coaches walk away!   Topics discussed: Mindset challenges of being a mental performance coach Embracing the feeling of 'breaking' Five strategies to overcome mindset obstacles Sign up for the 30-minute “How to Launch Your Career as a Mental Performance Coach in 2025” webinar on March 12th!    ------------------------- Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify

What's holding you back from becoming a mental performance coach? Not sure where to start or how to find clients? Wondering if you even have the skills to make it a career? This episode will answer your biggest questions and give you the clarity you need to take the next step. I break it all down — from the skills you need to succeed as a mental performance coach to how to turn your passion into a real business with the Mindset Coach Academy certification. Learn what the four-month program covers, how it prepares you for coaching paying clients, and why now is the best time to start. The Mindset Coach Academy certification is a game-changer for anyone serious about making coaching a career, so listen in to see if it’s the right fit for you!   Topics discussed: Origin story of the MCA certification Who’s a good fit for the MCA certification? Common questions and concerns Month 1: coach yourself Month 2: performance visualization Month 3: mental game plan Month 4: sales, pricing, and marketing Community and support Sign up for the 30-minute “How to Launch Your Career as a Mental Performance Coach in 2025” webinar on March 12th!    ------------------------- Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify

One day you're playing with confidence, and the next, you're in a slump. You start overthinking, try to push through, but end up stuck in a cycle of frustration and self-doubt. Why does trying harder only make it worse? The truth is these slumps are normal, but many athletes don’t realize that managing slumps isn’t just about performance — it’s about mindset. Today, I’m giving you four go-to strategies for breaking free of slumps so you can start playing like yourself again. You’ll learn what to focus on, what to let go of, and how to handle the pressure to perform. Whether you’re a coach or an athlete, here's your game plan to reset and get back in the game! Topics discussed: The mental struggle athletes experience during a slump The impact on confidence and performance Why pushing harder can make things worse Four strategies to break out of a slump  ------------------------- Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify

As a coach that is constantly trying to improve, it can be easy to WANT to do things that will improve your coaching but sometimes it’s hard to know WHAT to do. And let’s be honest, sometimes this makes us feel overwhelmed and we end up doing nothing.  The good news is that sometimes even the simplest shifts can have a huge impact and today I’m going to give you 5 of them.  These five phrases I’m sharing today take just seconds to say but have a major impact on the way you communicate and connect with your athletes. Just try ONE and see. You’ll notice your athletes react immediately.  These are quick but effective phrases every coach should have in their arsenal — ready to use at any moment to help athletes feel seen, heard, and supported! Learn more about these phrases: Phrase #1: “My favorite thing about you is…” Phrase #2: “I see you…” Phrase #3: “I believe in you.” Phrase #4: “What’s one thing you need from me?” Phrase #5: “I want you to know…”  ------------------------- Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify

BELIEF WORK is our golden nugget secret weapon as mindset coaches. It's one of the first principles I teach to any athlete or MCA student. When it comes to achieving our goals, a huge part of our success hinges on our ability to maintain belief over time. In this episode, I explain how belief work can and will change the way your brain processes discomfort, help you find cognitive peace and equilibrium, and raise your performance over time. -------------------------For more on the ripple effect of belief work, check out our full blog, "The Counterintuitive Way to Set Goals": https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/blog/the-counterintuitive-way-to-set-goals For help with letting go of self-limiting narratives and stepping into your purpose, make this visualization part of your daily mindset practice. Download Tap Into Your True Power Guided Visualization here: www.positiveperformancetraining.com/offers/kig3abUL/checkout?preview=true   Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify

Today, I am putting Arman Taghizadeh (or Dr. T) in the hot seat! Dr. T is a former NCAA D1 college wrestler-turned-psychiatrist, A TEDx speaker, and the host of The Mindset Experience Podcast. As an athlete and a psychiatrist, I couldn’t have dreamed up a better guest for this podcast.   In this interview, Dr. T. re-defines common mindset terms that get tossed around in the coaching space, but are often misunderstood. As a medical professional with a sports background, Dr. T. has so much valuable insight for mindset coaches and anyone working with athletes.    He dives into: How mindset coaches and psychiatrists can work together The problem with positive affirmations (and how to make them actually work) How to break down goal setting to create a road map  The science behind positive self-talk How to change your neurochemistry with a “culture of appreciation”   Throughout this episode, I am constantly impressed with the way Dr. T. pulls from his scientific knowledge of the brain and human psychology to strengthen his work with athletes.    This one is packed with gold for coaches, athletes, parents, and mindset coaches, so grab your headphones and get ready to laugh, learn, and level up your mindset! Follow Dr. T.: Instagram: @dr.t_sportspsych Website: https://armantaghizadehmd.com/  Here’s a glance at this episode:   [0:34] Dr. T. begins with a quick introduction, outlining his experience as an NCAA D1 college wrestler, and his journey to becoming a coach, then a psychiatrist. He shares what he’s most proud of, and the importance of living what you teach.    [5:53] As a college wrestler, Dr. T. participated in a sport that was widely misunderstood at the time, and discovered the importance of a strong mental game first-hand. He shares how his love of sports led him to med school.    [12:13] Where is the line between Mental Performance and Mental Health? Dr. T. believes physical health is the precursor to physical performance, and that the same is true for mental health. He explains why practitioners with higher level degrees don’t necessarily provide the best care for certain athletes.    [17:37] Lindsey asks “When should athletes be referred out to a mental health professional?” Dr. T. outlines important red flags, and when collaboration is the best form of action. He shares why he doesn’t use the word “normal” anymore, and warning signs that indicate the need for psychiatric help and/or parent involvement.   [23:19] As a mental performance coach, Dr. T. offers an extensive first session with any athlete. He brings parents into the training, and spends a lot of time inquiring about an athlete’s home life and past experiences in their sport.    [27:59] Dr. T. shares how he structures his curriculum, and how he builds on each session. Lindsey asks for an example, and Dr. T. teaches his unique take on positive affirmations and self-talk.    [36:23] Lindsey asks Dr. T. how (and when) he would teach a teenage athlete about the subconscious brain. Dr. T. talks about the science of “getting in the zone” and how he illustrates brain activity in different performance states.    [38:35] Dr. T. dives deep into his unique take on goal setting, and why 90% of New Years Resolutions fail. He explains the importance of a roadmap, and the “magic number” of steps between you and your goal.    [45:45] Lindsey and Dr. T. discuss their definition of the word “belief”. Michael Jordan missed more game winning shots than he made; Dr. T. explains how his story perfectly illustrates belief.    [48:56] Dr. T. talks about the #1 thing he wants people to remember about him 20 years from now. He explains how he builds a “culture of appreciation” and talks about why an intentional gratitude practice has the power to change your neurochemistry.  The Psychology of Competition: In this toolbox, you’ll gain a scientific understanding of the psychology of competition, and be introduced to printable worksheets, on the go guided visualization, and exercises you can use to help you and your team get your mind right before, during, and after competition: https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/PSYCHOLOGY-OF-COMPETITION  The Mindset Coach Academy Certification: If you are ready to step into your purpose as a Postiive Performance Certified Mindset Coach, join our waitlist to be the first to know when enrollment opens: https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/MCACertification How to Become a Mental Performance Coach E-Book: Our latest and greatest FREE ultra-simple guide will show you how YOU can make mindset coaching your full-time career or part-time hustle.  (Even without your PhD!). Take the first step to becoming the mindset coach you've been dreaming of: https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/guide  

Something I've noticed in my community of athletes, coaches, former athletes, and entrepreneurs, is how much we NEED a team. A community of people who are all working on a similar goal. Today's Mental Monday dives into community, loneliness, and the importance of building a team in whatever you're pursuing. -------------------------How to Become a Mental Performance Coach: Our latest and greatest FREE ultra-simple guide will show you how YOU can make mindset coaching your full-time career or part-time hustle. (Even without your PhD!). Take the first step to becoming the mindset coach you've been dreaming of: https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/guide   Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify

What if you could create a business that helps people AND makes money?  For many so many of my MCA students, deciding what to charge as a mindset coach feels like throwing spaghetti at a wall. It feels obscure, overwhelming, and uncomfortable.  But it doesn’t have to feel that way.  Today, I’m going to go through six key tips to help you choose your pricing AND feel really good about selling your services.  By the end of this podcast you’ll understand: How to set prices that reflect the true value of your coaching How to know when you’re priced too high or too low - and what to do about it When to undercharge and overdeliver How to define the value of your services as a mindset coach Why it’s rarely about the “price” - and how to feel great about selling  How to set prices that evolve with you Whether you’re an aspiring mindset coach, or an entrepreneur in another area, so many of us struggle with setting our prices and, in a greater sense, owning our value.    Let 2025 be the year you trust yourself and trust the process. Follow along in the episode and use my six tips to get started.  How to Become a Mental Performance Coach E-Book: Our latest and greatest FREE ultra-simple guide will show you how YOU can make mindset coaching your full-time career or part-time hustle.  (Even without your PhD!). Take the first step to becoming the mindset coach you've been dreaming of: https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/guide    The Mindset Coach Academy Certification: If you are ready to step into your purpose as a Positive Performance Certified Mindset Coach, join our waitlist to be the first to know when enrollment opens: https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/MCACertification Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify

In the FIRST Mental Monday of 2025, I'm going to challenge everything you have ever been told about goal setting and make a case for keeping your goals small. For setting goals that you can and WILL hit. In this episode, I'll get into the role of your nervous system, how setting big goals can sabotage you, and how to set goals that work FOR you, not AGAINST YOU. -------------------------BRAVR Method: This simple, 5-minute mental exercise is an easy and effective way to make mental training a daily habit. The BRAVR™ is a step-by-step SYSTEM designed to get you and your athletes the focus, toughness and resiliency in practice (and beyond) that you ALL deserve. The BRAVR Method is trusted by hundreds of coaches to have highly productive, focused team practices. For the coach that KNOWS the mental game IS the game. www.positiveperformancetraining.com/bravr-system   Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify

We can't talk about goal setting without talking about BELIEF. Today's Mental Monday digs into small goals, big goals, and the belief work that will help you achieve all of it. -------------------------Snag your free download of our "Daily Mindset Beast" to make mindset work a daily habit: https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/daily-mindset-beast   Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify

Many of my MCA students have a dream of leaving their day job to pursue being a mindset coach full time. And that can lead to a lot of frustration before they take that leap. If you're feeling frustrated in your job, I'll coach you through it in today's Mental Monday._________________________For help with letting go of self-limiting narratives and stepping into your purpose, make this visualization part of your daily mindset practice. Download Tap Into Your True Power Guided Visualization here: www.positiveperformancetraining.com/offers/kig3abUL/checkout?preview=true   Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify

Welcome back to The Mindset Coach Academy! Today, I am thrilled to sit down with Coach Emma Doyle. I was on her podcast a few weeks ago, and couldn’t wait to bring her here.  Originally from Melbourne, Australia, Emma’s done it all - she’s a high-performance tennis player turned corporate coach, author of “What Makes a Great Coach?: Top 10 Practices of the World’s Best Coaches”, and a sought-after speaker. She recently gave a powerful TEDx talk about women in sports called, “Unleashing Female Potential”.  The work she is doing is giving coaches what they need to create team culture that is firm, fair, and fun. From corporate leadership to team culture, Emma’s work teaches practical skills that you can take back to your team.Here are some topics we cover: Skills to help Inter-generational teams communicate better How to empower your team to problem solve Simple communication tips to create a culture curiosity  Why “Why” questions don’t work, and how to ask better questions as a coach How to tap into motivation through play and gamification. This episode has so much in it. I was scribbling notes the whole time. So, grab your notebook, sit back, and enjoy this chat with Coach Emma Doyle.    Follow Emma: Instagram: @emmadoyleiii Website: https://www.coachem.cc/ Book: What Makes a Great Coach? Top 10 Practices of the World’s Best Coaches TEDx Talk: Unleashing Female Potential   Listen to the full episode for context, and return to these notes whenever you need them.    5 Ways People Play Games PVP - Player vs player - Create a competition Puzzles - Encourage them to solve the puzzle Narrative - Create a story or journey around it. Collectors - Find a way to move up levels or collect points Social - Social pressure to belong to a community Here’s a glance at this episode:   [2:44] Coach Emma describes what her TEDx talk is all about, and outlines the power of the phrase, “next time”. She goes on to explain the importance of age diversity in the workplace.   [5:26] Lindsey asks, “What are some things you want clients to get out of your workshops?” Emma talks about leaders as coaches, how be curious with those you lead, and learning through play.   [8:20] Emma reflects on the moment she realized she needed to adapt her teaching style to coach tough-to-reach athletes. Lindsey asks about how coaches can personalize their coaching while keeping high standards.    [12:40] “Get the buy in!” Emma urges coaches to define core values with their team. Lindsey applies these ideas to parenting. Emma explains the practical step-by-step process of voting on core values and how to ‘gamify’ the experience.    [19:19] Emma defines the “5 Ways People Play Games”. She explains, “It’s the difference between pushing your map of the world onto somebody vs pulling out that which lives within them.”[23:28]  The key is performing with pressure, not performing under pressure. This is the next level of coaching. Emma is concerned for coaches who don’t have the tools to help athletes strengthen their inner voice.   [26:06] Lindsey believes coaches have a resistance to change because change is hard in the beginning. Emma offers her perspective on coach burnout, empowering athletes, and the “power of the pause”.   [30:39] Lindsey asks Emma to share one simple tool for coaches and leaders. Emma teaches her “anchoring” technique [hint: It’s a lot like a tool WE teach!]   [33:55] Emma believes coaches need to ask better questions. She explains the truth about ‘why’ questions and shares some alternatives that will encourage better responses.   Mistake Ritual Magic Workshop: A 30 minute online video workshop that will prepare you with everything you need to teach your athletes how to bounce back from mistakes in competition: www.positiveperformancetraining.com/mistake-ritual  The Mindset Coach Academy Certification: If you are ready to step into your purpose as a Postiive Performance Certified Mindset Coach, join our waitlist to be the first to know when enrollment opens: https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/MCACertification How to Become a Mental Performance Coach E-Book: Our latest and greatest FREE ultra-simple guide will show you how YOU can make mindset coaching your full-time career or part-time hustle.  (Even without your PhD!). Take the first step to becoming the mindset coach you've been dreaming of: https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/guide    

It wouldn't be December without a frank discussion around goal-setting. When you set a goal, it's easy to make assumptions about that goal. Many of us overestimate OR underestimate what it will cost. Both approaches can totally derail our progress and leave us feeling discouraged and/or overwhelmed.Listen to today's Mental Monday episode for tips to help you stop making assumptions so you can crush your goals in 2025.   Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify

I had the kind of morning that threw off my mood and inspired this episode.So many of us are hard on ourselves and need this simple reminder - One that most of us forget when we need it most. If you need a friend today, a word of encouragement, a reminder of your general badassery, press play, and start your week off right with today's Mental Monday. _________________________For help with letting go of self-limiting narratives and stepping into your purpose, make this visualization part of your daily mindset practice. Download Tap Into Your True Power Guided Visualization here: www.positiveperformancetraining.com/offers/kig3abUL/checkout?preview=true   Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify

“I want to be a mental performance coach to help my kids” This is something I hear from so many of my students who are mothers. Many of you want to get into this field because of your kids. And as a mom of four young kids, I get it. I really get it. You are constantly trying to balance your ambitions and desires with those of your family.  But I think it’s usually so much deeper than that.  Money, purpose, contribution, and value can be sensitive topics, especially for moms. So today, I want to create space to talk about what YOU want. And really get into the taboo conversation of women, money, and power.    How to Become a Mental Performance Coach E-Book: Our latest and greatest FREE ultra-simple guide will show you how YOU can make mindset coaching your full-time career or part-time hustle.  (Even without your PhD!). Take the first step to becoming the mindset coach you've been dreaming of: https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/guide    The Mindset Coach Academy Certification: If you are ready to step into your purpose as a Positive Performance Certified Mindset Coach, join our waitlist to be the first to know when enrollment opens: https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/MCACertification Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify

You know that feeling of getting picked last on the playground? It's terrible. This episode digs into that feeling, how (and when) to save others from experiencing it, and the importance of "psychological safety"I'll leave you with an actionable challenge to take with you this week. Listen to this 5 minute Mental Monday to get your week started on the right foot and come on over to Instagram to let me know your thoughts!--------------------------Follow Lindsey on Instagram @lindseypositiveperform   Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify

My guest today is my friend and PPT community favorite, Betsy Butterick! Betsy is a lifelong athlete who played college basketball, a coach, and communication specialist. She is known in the industry as “The Coaches’ Coach”, mentoring leaders - from the boardroom to the locker room. Betsy has committed her life to helping leaders learn essential communication skills to help them better connect with the people they serve. As a communications expert and a generous teacher, she deeply understands the sociology of sports teams, and the importance of creating an optimal sports environment. More than anything, Betsy is committed to the lifelong practice of learning. If you are a coach, a leader, a parent, or around humans in general, you can learn something from Betsy.  In our episode today, we chat about one of the most relevant topics in today’s sports landscape: Coaching Gen Z!   We cover: How to get athletes to buy-in and co-create their sports environment The challenges Gen Z faces that older generations did not. Modern coaching challenges that are causing coaches to leave their careers Simple tips to communicate with Gen Z, without sacrificing “old school values”. How psychological safety on a team impacts performance.  Why strong-arming Gen Z athletes won’t work, and what to do instead   This episode gives coaches a new perspective and actionable tips to help them connect with their team in a way that makes the coach-athlete relationship and the team stronger.   Follow Betsy:  Instagram: betsy_thecoachescoach Facebook: www.facebook.com/betsbutter Website: www.betsybutterick.com   Here’s a glance at this episode:   [1:42] Betsy talks about how catching up on reading led her to one of her newest favorite resources, “The Art of Disagreement”. She then defines ”Gen Z”.   [2:50] Betsy asks coaches to finish the sentence, “Kids these days are… “ and explains what that helps her discover about a team. Lindsey and Betsy discuss the few defining challenges that Gen Z has that older generations didn’t have.   [6:33] How can I get Gen Z to listen to me? Why do they seem to care so much about what other people think of them? Betsy shares her perspective and explains the extreme way in which Gen Z internalizes failure. Rather than - “I failed”, it’s - “I am a failure”.     [9:46] Betsy shares an example of one big mistake she sees many coaches making when it comes to giving feedback to Gen Z athletes. Lindsey and Betsy discuss why many lifelong coaches are now leaving their careers because what they’re doing is no longer working with this generation.    [14:54] “It’s not that old school values are irrelevant, I would argue they’re more needed than ever. Our ability to connect with athletes today is paramount to our ability to transform them.”    [16:56] Lindsey asks Betsy for a few actionable tips to give coaches who work with Gen Z. Betsy chats about the importance of co-creation and defines what that looks like.   [21:00] Lindsey draws a parallel between the best practices for coaching Gen Z and the way she approaches parenting.    [22:50] Betsy tells a story about working with a coach who had a sign saying “Because I Said So” mounted to the wall.    [26:46] Betsy outlines the huge risk to coaches who want to strongarm their way into coaching athletes their way. The two discuss the importance of “psychological safety” in sports.    [28:28] How has the attention span of Gen Z shifted, and what can we do as educators to meet them where they’re at? Lindsey talks about the importance of practicing what you preach.    [32:56] Betsy peels back the curtain to share the highlights and structure of her Gen Z workshops.    [35:28] Betsy talks about her new workshop, “Updates from the Field, Coaching Gen Z in an Optimal Sport Experience” - based on the last 5 years of conversations she had with Gen Z athletes, and why it has become the most requested keynote.   The BRAVR Method: The BRAVR™ is a step-by-step SYSTEM designed to get you and your athletes the focus, toughness and resiliency in practice (and beyond) that you ALL deserve. Trusted by hundreds of coaches to have highly productive, focused team practices. For the coach that KNOWS the mental game IS the game. www.positiveperformancetraining.com/bravr-system    The Mindset Coach Academy Certification: If you are ready to step into your purpose as a Postiive Performance Certified Mindset Coach, join our waitlist to be the first to know when enrollment opens: https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/MCACertification   Psych of Competition: In the Psychology of Competition toolbox, you’ll gain a scientific understanding of the psychology of competition, and be introduced to printable worksheets, on-the-go guided visualizations, and exercises you can use to help you and your team get your mind right before, dur

I'm in a huge period of growth. Uncomfortable growth. I've been revisiting and refining my programs and offerings, and with that, I've felt serious growing pains. Today's lesson is all about stepping into discomfort while keep everything in perspective. -------------------------Snag your free download of our "Daily Mindset Beast" to make mindset work a daily habit: https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/daily-mindset-beast   Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify

I've been practicing this mindset shift with my kids when they lose their temper, when I'm driving down the freeway and someone cuts me off, at the grocery store when someone shoots me a look... you name it. And it shifts the way I see the world and interact with the world on a day to day basis. Today, Im teaching it to you! Use today's mindset shift to keep your cool and stay focused on what matters most. -------------------------For help with letting go of self-limiting narratives and stepping into your purpose, make this visualization part of your daily mindset practice. Download Tap Into Your True Power Guided Visualization here: www.positiveperformancetraining.com/offers/kig3abUL/checkout?preview=true   Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify

I used to dream of playing D1 basketball. I would lay awake at night, imagining myself wearing the uniform, doing the drills, and playing at that level… but it was just out of reach. I was nowhere near where I needed to be, and I knew the problem was in my head.  Then my mom hired me a mental performance coach, and everything changed.  This episode goes through everything - from my origin story as an athlete, to how I built my business.  I get into: How I went from underperforming in high school to playing professionally all over the world Life-changing wise words from my mentors throughout my career How I found my first clients and built my first mental training program The many challenges of being *early* in the field of mental training How failures became building blocks to my success More than anything, this episode is about how mental training changed my life and set me on a path that I couldn’t be more proud of.  How to Become a Mental Performance Coach E-Book: Our latest and greatest FREE ultra-simple guide will show you how YOU can make mindset coaching your full-time career or part-time hustle.  (Even without your PhD!). Take the first step to becoming the mindset coach you've been dreaming of: https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/guide    The Mindset Coach Academy Certification: If you are ready to step into your purpose as a Positive Performance Certified Mindset Coach, join our waitlist to be the first to know when enrollment opens: https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/MCACertification Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify

Critiquing vs. criticizing your performance is an essential part of getting better at ANYTHING. But as athletes, so many of us are really hard on ourselves, and with that comes a huge resistance to really looking at ourselves. For me, watching film was excruciating, I did it anyway, but I was relentlessly hard on myself. In today's episode, I'll share how you can create a system of critiquing without judgement. Without this system, I would never have played basketball at the level I played.-------------------------In The Psychology of Competition toolbox, you’ll gain a scientific understanding of the psychology of competition, and be introduced to printable worksheets, on the go guided visualization, and exercises you can use to help you and your team get your mind right before, during, and after competition: https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/PSYCHOLOGY-OF-COMPETITION   Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify

For all you coaches out there, this episode could also be called "How to get buy-in"I just got done interviewing Betsy Butterick on how to coach Gen Z and how to co-create with your athletes. Today, I'm sharing one way I'm applying her coaching tips to make me a better parent.If you're a coach, parent, team captain, or boss, this one's worth a listen!   Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify

Are you carrying the weight of self-blame? I launch this Mental Monday with a quick mindset check-in.A key characteristic of athletes and high performers is HIGH STANDARDS. These are the same high standards that fuel late workouts, final sprints to the finish, and fierce competitiveness. But the dark side of high standards is often shame. Shame when you miss a shot, don't make the starting lineup, or let down the team.But what if it didn't have to be this way? What if you could have high standards without shame? Enjoy this Mental Monday! And don't forget to subscribe to be alerted when new episodes drop!--------------------------Do your athletes have a mistake ritual? Our 30 minute online video workshop will prepare you with everything you need to teach your athletes how to bounce back from mistakes in competition. www.positiveperformancetraining.com/mistake-ritual   Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify

Episode Bio   Stacey Dales has an impressive sports resume, playing for the Canadian National Team in the Olympics and earning all-american status at Oklahoma. Collecting so many awards along the way, she was drafted 3rd into the WNBA, and went on to expand her repertoire as a reporter for ESPN. This all-around powerhouse is currently killing it as a reporter for NFL network.   In addition to her iconic career in sports, Stacey leads with humor and kindness (I’ll give her a pass for a little gametime trashtalk). Although we met as opponents, I have always looked up to Stacey. She’s had her eye on the prize since I’ve known her and bleeds integrity into everything she does, making her an inspiration to myself and so many others. As a prominent sports reporter, this woman is paving the way for future generations of female game players and reporters, and I truly can’t think of a better role model.    From start to finish, Stacey’s interview is full of tough-love nuggets of wisdom, honest reflections, and refreshing humility. To have the opportunity to turn the tables on an expert interviewer and put her in the hotseat was an absolute pleasure.   You can follow Stacey on IG @staceydales and watch her kick butt as a reporter for the NFL Network!  Here’s a glance at this episode:   [3:08] Lindsey introduces Stacey Dales, former Olympian and current sideline reporter for the NFL   [8:04] “I believe that champions are made when nobody’s watching” and “confidence comes from demonstrated ability”. Stacey shares what both of these phrases mean to her and how her mindset training as an athlete informs her career today.    [10:18] Stacey describes how she’s learned to embrace fear and shares her process for preparing her mind for high pressure assignments.   [13:30] What’s an NFL reporter’s mental training routine like? From physical workouts, to memory hacks, and an intricate storytelling ritual, Stacey lets us in on her secrets to success.   [16:25] We all self-sabotage. It’s human nature. But once you have awareness around all the ways you self-sabotage, you reclaim your power.    [18:30] You can both expect greatness and expect that failure will happen. Learning to live with human imperfections and high expectations isn’t always easy, but learning to see your imperfections with grace can fuel greatness.    [22:25] Stacey makes a case for simplicity; i.e. creating guidelines and routines that reflect your natural strengths and support the success you want to see in your life.    [24:53] What are the most joyful moments of Stacey’s job? Her vulnerable answer includes the very real responsibility of telling other people’s stories and the pride she feels for being a woman in sports today.   [27:40] Lindsey and Stacey chat about kindness, putting in the work, and always delivering early. And wrap up their episode by discussing Stacey’s next steps in work and life and the importance of self-grace.  The Mindset Coach Academy Certification: If you are ready to step into your purpose as a Postiive Performance Certified Mindset Coach, join our waitlist to be the first to know when enrollment opens: https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/MCACertification   Psych of Competition: In the Psychology of Competition toolbox, you’ll gain a scientific understanding of the psychology of competition, and be introduced to printable worksheets, on-the-go guided visualizations, and exercises you can use to help you and your team get your mind right before, during, and after competition: https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/PSYCHOLOGY-OF-COMPETITION 

Despite what your badass, high-performance brain might want you to think, “effortless” is not a 4-letter word.In this Mental Monday, I talk about the value of approaching change with a positive mindset. I challenge you to do more of what you're good at, and teach a simple thought exercise that will help.If you want to make a change in your life, this Mental Monday will help you approach it with a powerful, positive mindset.--------------------------How to Become a Mental Performance Coach: Our latest and greatest FREE ultra-simple guide will show you how YOU can make mindset coaching your full-time career or part-time hustle. (Even without your PhD!). Take the first step to becoming the mindset coach you've been dreaming of: https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/guide   Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify

Today I'm talking about one of the concepts we use in our certification (and many of our other programs) because I believe that it is a fundamental piece of having a positive coach/student relationship.Whether you're an athlete attending a training camp, or a business owner attending a class, this mental shift will help you take responsibility for your needs and make the most of any program or activity that you participate in. Press play to get started!-------------------------For help with letting go of self-limiting narratives and stepping into your purpose, make this visualization part of your daily mindset practice. Download Tap Into Your True Power Guided Visualization here: www.positiveperformancetraining.com/offers/kig3abUL/checkout?preview=true   Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify

Last fall, I recorded an episode all about 5 things that bring me joy. It was an outlier of an episode, and one that I had to be convinced to record, but I got a great response. Many of you told me that you enjoyed learning more about my personal life and what goes on behind the scenes as a mom and business owner. It’s been about a year since that episode, so I figured it was time for life update #2! This episode is centered around 3 things I’m into right now. As I chat about each one, some deeper themes come up, including: How creating things with your hands can make you feel empowered and safe How often the simplest way is the best way. How It can be hard to get back into something you were once great at - (and why the reward is worth the discomfort).   If a life update isn’t what you’re looking for, go ahead and skip this episode. But if you want to hear more about my life, press play and join me for a chat! LIVE WEBINAR: If you have ever wanted to make money as a Mental Performance Coach, join me for a live webinar where I'll walk you through exactly how to get your first client. I'll also be bringing on a panel of PPT Certified Mindset Coaches who will talk to you about how they made their first 2k. Join us 10/9 at 11 AM PST! : www.positiveperformancetraining.com/training     The Mindset Coach Academy Certification: If you are ready to step into your purpose as a Positive Performance Certified Mindset Coach, join our waitlist to be the first to know when enrollment opens: https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/MCACertification Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify

As social creatures, we want to stay with the pack and fit in with the people around us. It's an evolutionary quality, and something that has kept us (especially women) safe throughout history. But this has a ripple effect. In some ways, it's positive, and in other ways, this need for belonging could be holding you back. This Mental Monday will challenge the way you think about the everyday choices you make. -------------------------LIVE WEBINAR: If you have ever wanted to make money as a Mental Performance Coach, join me for a live webinar where I'll walk you through exactly how to get your first client. I'll also be bringing on a panel of PPT Certified Mindset Coaches who will talk to you about how they made their first 2k. Join us 10/9 at 11 AM PST! Save your spot: www.positiveperformancetraining.com/training   Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify

When my daughter's 9th birthday got unexpectedly canceled because of COVID, we had to come up with a way of moving through our disappointment as a family.In today's Mental Monday, I'm sharing the 30 second mindset hack that helped myself and my kids feel our feelings while keeping everything in perspective. I highly recommend trying it with your kids, friends, co-workers, or partner next time you experience disappointment._________________________LIVE WEBINAR: If you have ever wanted to make money as a Mental Performance Coach, join me for a live webinar where I'll walk you through exactly how to get your first client. I'll also be bringing on a panel of PPT Certified Mindset Coaches who will talk to you about how they made their first 2k. Join us 10/9 at 11 AM PST! Save your spot: www.positiveperformancetraining.com/training --------------------------PARENTS - It is never too early to start teaching your kids visualization! For help on how to bring visualization into your family, read: "How to Teach Visualization to Athletes of Any Age" https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/blog/how-to-teach-visualization-to-athletes-of-any-age-mt30-day-3   Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify

Despite goal setting becoming super mainstream over the last decade, most of what you hear about it just barely scratches the surface.   Sure, breaking down your goals, building vision boards, and learning to manifest is great, but what happens when you don’t feel like getting out of bed? What happens on weeks when you lose the spark and motivation to achieve your goals? Is the payoff of your goals really worth what it’s going to take to get there?   When you rely on mainstream goal setting techniques you leave yourself vulnerable to all the real life shit that makes it hard for anyone, even the most disciplined people in the world, to make real, lasting change.   So in today’s episode, we’re going to dig deep. We’ll talk about: Planning for discomfort (before you feel it) Emotional goals - and why they motivate your subconscious What it means to break down you goals into numbers (and why it matters) Negative visualization and the Worst Case Scenario exercise The #1 question you should ask yourself when you set a goal + So much more.  If you have a big goal, whether that’s to start a business, make the Olympic team, or move out of the country, this episode breaks down 6 key questions that will give you the absolute best shot of taking your goal from a dream to a reality.    Listen to the full episode for context, and come back to these 6 questions whenever you need them.   8 KEY QUESTIONS FOR GOAL SETTING Let’s say your goal is to get in shape, here’s how you might answer these 8 questions.    #1. How will achieving this goal change your life? I’ll have more energy in the morning to play with my kids, I’ll feel strong and able to do the activities I love. It may help my mental health.  #2. What is the (literal and figurative) cost of my goal? The cost of gym memberships, a workout program, and healthier groceries. The social cost of not going out for food and drinks as often.   #3. What can I do to increase the likelihood of my success in this goal? Getting a trainer, planning ahead, getting friends on board, getting a babysitter, meal planning, joining a meal delivery service.   #4:What are some numbers behind the goal? Are they realistic? # of hours I’ll work out every week, $ of a membership/training, # of months to achieve my goal, # on a scale.  #5. What is the best case scenario and what is the worst case scenario? Will it be worth it either way? Best case is I hit my goal and I feel great! Worst is I try and don’t hit my goal, but I get closer to it, and I make some healthy changes along the way. #6. Who am I going to become in this process? I get to become the person who shows up for myself and works at what I want, I get to become someone who works hard even when I don’t feel like it. I get to become someone who sets an example for my athletes and my kids.  #7. What will I need from others?I’ll need someone else to walk the dog so I can make a healthy breakfast, I’ll need someone else to make dinner so we don’t order out as much. I’ll need someone to pick up the kids so I can go to the gym.   #8. What’s my plan when I get off course? When I get off course, I’ll journal about my goal and re-commit to it. I’ll reach out to my accountability buddy and schedule a workout.    LIVE Webinar for Aspiring Mindset Coaches: If you have ever wanted to make money as a Mental Performance Coach, join me for a live webinar where I'll walk you through exactly how to get your first client. I'll also be bringing on a panel of PPT Certified Mindset Coaches who will talk to you about how they made their first 2k. Join us 10/9 at 11 AM PST! www.positiveperformancetraining.com/training  The Mindset Coach Academy Certification: If you are ready to step into your purpose as a Positive Performance Certified Mindset Coach, join our waitlist to be the first to know when enrollment opens: https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/MCACertification Psych of Competition: In The Psychology of Competition toolbox, you’ll gain a scientific understanding of the psychology of competition, and be introduced to printable worksheets, on the go guided visualization, and exercises you can use to help you and your team get your mind right before, during, and after competition: https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/PSYCHOLOGY-OF-COMPETITION  Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding epis

This month in the Insider Program, we are going through a challenge that is designed to get us over our fear of rejection. It's about not letting our ego control our actions, and about interrupting thought patterns that work hard to keep us small. Check out today's Mental Monday for more! _________________________LIVE WEBINAR: If you have ever wanted to make money as a Mental Performance Coach, join me for a live webinar where I'll walk you through exactly how to get your first client. I'll also be bringing on a panel of PPT Certified Mindset Coaches who will talk to you about how they made their first 2k. Join us 10/9 at 11 AM PST! Save your spot: www.positiveperformancetraining.com/training     Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify

One of my coaches used to have this thing he called "The 5 Minute Rule". I come back to this rule anytime I don't want to do something. For example, when I'm feeling sluggish and don't want to work out, when I'm uninspired and don't want to work, or when I feel overwhelmed about cleaning my house. And 9 times out of 10, it snaps me out of my slump and gets me moving. Tune in to today's Mental Monday to learn all about "The 5 Minute Rule"--------------------------LIVE WEBINAR: If you have ever wanted to make money as a Mental Performance Coach, join me for a live webinar where I'll walk you through exactly how to get your first client. I'll also be bringing on a panel of PPT Certified Mindset Coaches who will talk to you about how they made their first 2k. Join us 10/9 at 11 AM PST! Save your spot: www.positiveperformancetraining.com/training Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify

Today I am diving into something called The Motivation Triad.  The motivation triad basically says that your brain won’t waste energy on something that it doesn’t believe is going to work out.  Now, this manifested in my own life recently in a silly way, where I was struggling to figure out a new app and gave up, not realizing the solution was right in front of me. And I see it manifesting in the lives of my students as they build their businesses. Honestly, you can see the effects of The Motivation Triad everywhere and in your own life, once you understand what it is. I highly recommend you listen to the full podcast, and remember this key takeaway: Before you decide to give up on something, whether it’s using a new app, or building a business, or working on any new skill, remind yourself to keep looking for a solution, even if one isn’t obvious right away.  Because the second you stop looking for a solution, that’s the moment you stop being curious. And when you stop being curious, it’s over. your creativity will shut down and you’ll get stuck in your own blindspots. The Mindset Coach Academy Certification: If you are ready to step into your purpose as a Positive Performance Certified Mindset Coach, join our waitlist to be the first to know when enrollment opens: https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/MCACertification How to Become a Mental Performance Coach: Our latest and greatest FREE e-book will show you how YOU can make mindset coaching your full-time career or part-time hustle.  (Even without your PhD!). Take the first step to becoming the mindset coach you've been dreaming of: https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/guide   Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify

What makes you feel STRONG?What makes you feel powerful, like you can tackle anything, like you can take on the world? Personally, for me, it's exercise. Specifically, it's pushing myself by lifting heavy weights. It not only makes me feel strong, it makes me feel sane. Today on the podcast I'm challenging you to think about the thing that makes you feel strong and to make time to do it in your life more often. Maybe for you it's exercise, or maybe, it's a deep conversation with your partner, eating healthy, intentional alone time, learning a new skill, doing something that scares you, or taking time for self-care. For more on this, check out today's Mental Monday on the pod! _________________________Want a guided visualization you can use anywhere from your phone? Our Tap Into Your True Power Guided Visualization will help you let go of self-limiting narratives and step into your purpose. Make this visualization part of your daily mindset practice. Download the recording here: https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/offers/kig3abUL/checkout?preview=true   Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify

Today, I'm talking all about something called The Tutor Effect. If you don't know about The Tutor Effect, I highly encourage you to listen to today's Mental Monday. Whether you're a student, a teacher, an athlete, or a lifelong learning, The Tutor Effect will help you retain what you learn in a deep, lasting way. Tune in!   Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify

When people ask me "What's the easiest way to get started with Mental Training?" The mistake ritual is one of the first tools I recommend. The Mistake Ritual is a lifeline for competitive athletes (and coaches). It's a way to center yourself in the middle of chaos - after a mistake, when the ref makes a bad call, when you're distracted by the weather or someone in the stands, etc. It's a very simple tool that can completely transform your mindset and your confidence in competition.In today's Mental Monday, I'm sharing a story about a time I used the Mistake Ritual (and it made a massive difference). I end the episode with a full breakdown about how this tool works, and why it is massively important (and how you can implement it)-------------------------Mistake Ritual Magic Workshop: This course is a 30 minute online video workshop that will prepare you with everything you need to teach your athletes how to bounce back from mistakes in competition: www.positiveperformancetraining.com/mistake-ritual   Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify

My interview earlier this year with Positive Psychologist, Chris DeSantis was such a goldmine that I immediately asked him to come present to our Insider Mastermind to teach them about positive psychology.  In our first episode together, Chris introduced positive psychology, but we really just scratched the surface. I’m thrilled to say that this episode goes so much deeper and leaves you with so many actionable ways to better help your athletes. In this episode, Chris dives deep into his positive psychology philosophies. As the first person to get his advanced degree in Positive Psychology, he has a unique, valuable, even revolutionary perspective on just about everything related to mental training. Chris shares personal stories and examples of his coaching, and shows what it’s really like to take a client through negative visualization. He even shares the script he uses with athletes so that you can start using this tool right away in your own coaching practice. And since we were live on a coaching call with The Insider Mastermind, he answers loads of real questions from real mindset coaches. This episode is robust enough to listen to on it’s own, and is also a great follow up to our first interview together, so tune in and let me know on IG @lindseypositiveperform what you think of the episode! Follow Chris Website: https://chrisdcoach.com/Instagram: @chrisdcoach    Resources:   Download our free e-book: “How to Become a Mental Performance Coach”: This FREE, ultra-simple guide will show you how YOU can make mindset coaching your full-time career or part-time hustle. (Even without your PhD). Take the first step to becoming the mindset coach you've been dreaming of: https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/guide    The Mindset Coach Academy Certification: If you are ready to step into your purpose as a Positive Performance Certified Mindset Coach, join our waitlist to be the first to know when enrollment opens: https:www.positiveperformancetraining.com/MCACertification  Here’s a glance at the episode…   [0:55] Chris starts the episode by talking about some of the positive psychology concepts (like “growth mindset”) that have gone mainstream, and how these interpretations fall short.    [3:30] Classical psychology asks,  “What’s wrong here, and how do we fix it? Positive psychology asks “What is the situation, and where is the opportunity?”   [6:06] Why do people practice visualization? Chris explains the value of visualization, and how it helps the human brain prepare for high stakes situations.   [8:46] There are a lot of unwitting disciples of BF Skinner, The King of Behaviorism. Chris believes humans are more complex than these studies are able to measure. Chris talks about how behaviorism feeds oversimplified assumptions about visualization.   [13:58] If your goal is to NOT think about something, you’ve set an impossible goal. Chris gives a “white bear” analogy that proves his point.    [17:54] Chris describes what’s happening in your brain during fight or flight, and how he helps to coach swimmers through the “worst case scenario”.   [20:15] Chris shares a specific example of working with an athlete and how he utilized negative visualization to help her move through her fears proactively.    [24:53] Sharing personal examples, Chris talks about a situation with a swimmer, one challenge of working with young athletes, and the importance of keeping everything in perspective.    [31:35] Bianca asks how Chris handles athletes who say “I don’t know” in response to his questions. Chris talks about his background in sports media and what it taught him about getting information out of athletes (like Michael Phelps).   [34:59] Lindsey shares a different way she has used negative visualization as an athlete, and the way she teaches it today.    [39:39] Lindsey and Chris discuss the role of negative visualization in calming the nervous system. Chris answers some questions from the group, starting with one student that asks if negative visualizations should be followed up with positive visualizations.    [45:40] The Insider Mastermind students are challenged to come up with a metaphor to help athletes release feelings after going through a negative visualization.    [47:36] Chris chats about his understanding of the relationship between Michael Phelps and his coach. A student asks how Chris finishes a negative visualization session with an athlete. Chris explains his intuitive approach, and relates to feeling nervous about using negative visualization as a coach.    [51:39] Lindsey wraps up the episode with a quick chat about fear of failure, how to anticipate obstacles, and how anxiety can increase by ignoring the worst case scenario. Chris shares his contact information and plugs his podcast, The Swim Brief. NEGATIVE VISUALIZATION - SCRIPT Ask your athelte to sit

Mental Mondays are designed to give you one tip, tool, or technique that you can implement this week. Today, I dropped my daughter off at soccer camp. My daughter was nervous to go, which is normal for her on the first day of camp. This got me to thinking about FEAR, and when we should listen to it vs. when we should get over it. Tune into today's episode where I'll share the advice I gave to my daughter. Moreover, I'll talk about how the same principle can be applied to anything you're afraid of. -------------------------For more on Negative Visualization, check out our interview with Positive Psychologist (and Negative Visualization expert), Chris DeSantis: https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/podcasts/mindset-coach-academy-podcast/episodes/2148589070 --------------------------------In The Psychology of Competition toolbox, you’ll gain a scientific understanding of the psychology of competition, and be introduced to printable worksheets, on the go guided visualization, and exercises you can use to help you and your team get your mind right before, during, and after competition: https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/PSYCHOLOGY-OF-COMPETITION   Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify

If you are feeling 'off' it can be so easy to sink into chaos and forget just how easy it can be to pull yourself out of it - WITH the right process in place. In today's Mental Monday I will share 5 quick hits to help you get back on track in 5-10 minutes. Tick off each one to get out of chaos and back in the driver's seat. --------------------The Mental Game Plan : A 6-week LIVE coaching call series where we dig deep into our proven 6 step mental training™ framework. You’ll get coached by Lindsey and other certified mental performance coaches each week so that you’ll feel confident teaching your athletes these fundamentals. Gain a proven system, lifetime access to the materials, mental training curriculum you’ll feel confident teaching, and a community of peers. There are only 20 spots available and we start LIVE calls August 13th, on Tuesdays at 11am EST (8am PST) https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/mentalgameplan Snag your free download of our "Daily Mindset Beast" to make mindset work a daily habit https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/daily-mindset-beast   Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify

How many times in your career have you really gotten support or structure to help you coach the mental game? You have athletes that struggle with confidence. You have athletes that get injured and have to be benched. You have athletes that get super nervous before games. This is a normal part of coaching, and a huge part of your job. And as a coach, I know you’re doing your best. So many of us try to solve problems as they come up, but, even with the best of intentions, this can create an unhealthy and overwhelming dynamic where athletes lean on us more than they should.  If you feel like you are running around putting out fires, it’s time to set up a sprinkler system.  It’s time to help your athletes help themselves! In today’s episode, I’m talking about the very real impact of coaching (which almost makes me tear up because it’s so freaking important). Most importantly, I am teaching you 6 foundational pieces to help you coach the mental game. What I teach in this episode has the power to transform and strengthen your team. These foundational tools will help your athletes to manage their own nerves, confidence, disappointment, etc. so that they are more empowered, and you are freed up to coach at a higher level.  In case no one ever set you up for success with a mental training toolbox, I’m giving it to you today!  You can read a bunch of books, and listen to podcasts, and google topics on the internet, AND still have no idea what to teach on a Tuesday afternoon. My goal for this episode is for you to walk away with an understanding of everything you need to coach the mental game. Because you deserve a system!   Press play to get started!  The Mental Game Plan : A 6-week  LIVE coaching call series where we dig deep into our proven 6 step mental training™ framework.  You’ll get coached by Lindsey and other certified mental performance coaches each week so that you’ll feel confident teaching your athletes these fundamentals. Gain a proven system, lifetime access to the materials, mental training curriculum you’ll feel confident teaching, and a community of peers. There are only 20 spots available and we start LIVE calls August 13th, on Tuesdays at 11am EST (8am PST) https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/mentalgameplan   The Mindset Coach Academy Certification: If you are ready to step into your purpose as a Positive Performance Certified Mindset Coach, join our waitlist to be the first to know when enrollment opens: https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/MCACertification Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify

In this Mental Monday, I am giving you one simple question that you can ask yourself to help you take control of where you place your energy. This is a question I've been asking myself constantly (thanks to my therapist!) and it has helped me a ton. I know it can help you too. This episode is a reminder that sometimes the simplest mental hacks are the easiest to implement, and end up making the biggest difference. -------------------------The Mental Game Plan : A 6-week LIVE coaching call series where we dig deep into our proven 6 step mental training™ framework. You’ll get coached by Lindsey and other certified mental performance coaches each week so that you’ll feel confident teaching your athletes these fundamentals. Gain a proven system, lifetime access to the materials, mental training curriculum you’ll feel confident teaching, and a community of peers. There are only 20 spots available and we start LIVE calls August 13th, on Tuesdays at 11am EST (8am PST) https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/mentalgameplan   Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify

NOTE: In the month of July, we're reposting some of our top Mental Mondays because they're worth repeating.Unless you're the most zen person in the world, chances are, meditation isn't always easy for you.In today's Mental Monday, I'm here to tell you that you are not alone.This episode is designed to help you in your own meditation practice and give you tips as you guide others through their meditation and mindfulness journey.-----------------------Want a guided visualization you can use anywhere from your phone? Our Tap Into Your True Power Guided Visualization will help you let go of self-limiting narratives and step into your purpose. Make this visualization part of your daily mindset practice: https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/offers/kig3abUL/checkout?preview=true For more on this topic, check out our full blog, "How Meditation Can Make You a Better Competitor" : https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/blog/athlete-meditation-what-can-meditation-do-for-me To bring mindfulness to your team, check out our online course, The Mindful Competitor Project: https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/mindful-competitors   Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify    

I reconnected with my friend and colleague, Brooke Wyckoff, for what I thought would be a conversation about modern coaching, but ended up being a much deeper conversation about her battle with cancer.   Brooke is a former professional basketball player, and current Head Coach at Florida State. Even through chemotherapy and a double mastectomy, Brooke did not let her diagnosis slow her down, and continued to lead her team. She is a badass and a pillar in her community, and her unwavering strength and positivity shines through in this episode.    In this episode, we talk about: The emotional and mental challenges of being diagnosed How mindset work prepared Brooke to battle cancer How Brooke’s experience will influence the way she navigates coaching, parenthood, and life moving forward The foundational importance of team building - and how Brooke nurtures trust and closeness on her team. The vulnerability of asking for help, and how Brooke’s community stepped up. I’ve always been such a big fan of Brooke’s, and getting to dissect the mental and emotional components of what she’s been through, and for her to share her heart on this platform, is really powerful and such an honor.  From someone who has faced the unthinkable and gone through it with so much grace, this episode offers a perspective shift that we can all benefit from. I know this episode will become a fast favorite!  A huge thank you again to Brooke for coming on The MCA Podcast to share her story!   Follow Brooke Website: www.seminoles.comInstagram: @bwyckoff   Resources:   Download our free e-book: “How to Become a Mental Performance Coach”: This FREE, ultra-simple guide will show you how YOU can make mindset coaching your full-time career or part-time hustle. (Even without your PhD). Take the first step to becoming the mindset coach you've been dreaming of: https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/guide    The Mindset Coach Academy Certification: If you are ready to step into your purpose as a Positive Performance Certified Mindset Coach, join our waitlist to be the first to know when enrollment opens: https:www.positiveperformancetraining.com/MCACertification    Here’s a glance at the episode…   [2:04] Brooke talks about her recent diagnosis, how it impacted her basketball career, and how it’s challenged her mindset.   [4:45] Through the lens of a competitor and a mom, Brooke shares what it was like to get diagnosed with cancer. She discusses the emotional journey and highlights her feelings of gratitude.    [8:50] Sharing her cancer journey with her daughter was a challenge for Brooke. She talks about her and daughter’s emotions around chemo symptoms like losing her hair. Brooke explains how her symptoms reframed the way she thought about her age and her appearance.   [16:16] Going through chemo as an athlete is incredibly challenging. Lindsey asks about how she handled feeling sick from chemo while coaching basketball. Brooke talks about how it helped her slow down and prioritize.   [21:56] Lindsey asks, “How will this experience inform the way you handle things in the future?” Brooke talks about what she thinks her team missed out on with her limited coaching time, and how she plans to move that foundational piece forward this next year.   [27:09] Brooke discusses the importance of building closeness on her team, and how she nurtures team building.    [32:56] Being a public figure with an illness comes with its own unique challenges. Brooke shares about why she didn’t want to be public with her diagnosis, and the outpouring of love when she announced it.    [37:03] You can’t go through cancer without a serious perspective shift. Brooke talks about her renewed gratitude for her family and how facing her mortality helped her focus on what really matters. Lindsey and Brooke discuss the vulnerability of asking for help.    [41:09] Lindsey wraps up the episode with five rapid fire questions. Brooke talks about how she’s been listening to the MCA Podcast, creating plans for her team for next year, keeping up on her prayer journal, and looking forward to her next big goal of making it to the Elite 8. Brooke ends by sharing how she plans to evolve as a leader, and how much she loves her daughter.   Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast!   This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode!   Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and w

NOTE: In the month of July, we're reposting some of our top Mental Mondays because they're worth repeating.When we work with athletes, one of the first things we teach is how to do a reset ritual. In today's Mental Monday, I'm explaining why a reset ritual is important, how to practice one proactively, and how to apply it to any area of your life where you want to perform.Today's episode of The Mindset Coach Academy will help prepare you for your next speech, open mic, interview, or big game.-------------------------Join me on Instagram to chat about the episode! https://www.instagram.com/lindseypositiveperform   Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify

NOTE: In the month of July, we're reposting some of our top Mental Mondays because they're worth repeating.If YOU struggle with performance anxiety, it doesn't mean there's something wrong with you. It just means you’re human and you really care about your sport.It's time to teach athletes (and coaches) to understand, cope with, and even use performance anxiety to their benefit.In today's episode, I will explain the physiology of nerves and share 3 tips to help you manage your physical and mental response.---------------------------For more on this topic, read our blog: 4 Tips for Coping with Performance Anxiety: https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/blog/performanceanxiety Download our free e-book: “How to Become a Mental Performance Coach”: This FREE ultra-simple guide will show you how YOU can make mindset coaching your full-time career or part-time hustle. (Even without your PhD). Take the first step to becoming the mindset coach you've been dreaming of: https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/guide   Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify    

What can you do when you know your schedule is about to shift?   Perhaps you’re about to go into a season of chaos like a job change, summer vacation, the holidays, starting a business, or going back to school. Or maybe you’re about to quit your job, take maternity leave, or go on vacation and you know you’ll suddenly have a lot of time off (maybe too much time).   I’ve experienced both sides of this. As a former professional athlete and mom of 4, I will say, I’m much more comfortable with chaos than I am with days and days of free time. And when I don’t plan ahead and set myself up for success, I can come out of the other end feeling really s*****.  If you are about to enter either a busy season without a plan, it’s really easy to end up in a shame cycle which can erode your confidence and make you feel like you don’t know how to manage your time. Planning ahead can totally change your experience and remind you that you are in control! This is a marathon, not a sprint. And you’ll find that it’s way easier to stay steady and keep the momentum going by planning ahead. Listen to the full episode for context, and come back to the 3 step outline below whenever you need it. Step 1: Fight for your time. Don’t let decisions get made for you. Q: What do I need to do to create space in my life this summer? Q: What would having that time mean to me?Q: How would it feel? Step 2: Commit to less than you think you can actually get done. And overcommit to those few things. i.e. Come hell or high water, I WILL do these 3 things.    Q: What do you actually want/need to accomplish? Q: What do you need to do to make sure it gets done? Q: How will you mark your progress along the way? Q: How can you clarify the path forward for yourself? Step 3: Schedule mindset work. Your mindset work is the key to aligning your thoughts and your actions with what you want.   Q: How will regular mindset work help you? Q: How will you feel at the end of this season when you’ve stuck to your plan?   Download our free e-book: “How to Become a Mental Performance Coach”: This FREE, ultra-simple guide will show you how YOU can make mindset coaching your full-time career or part-time hustle. (Even without your PhD). Take the first step to becoming the mindset coach you've been dreaming of: https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/guide  The Mindset Coach Academy Certification: If you are ready to step into your purpose as a Positive Performance Certified Mindset Coach, join our waitlist to be the first to know when enrollment opens: https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/MCACertification Daily Mindset Beast: Make mindset work a daily habit with this easy-to-follow free worksheet. When you use this every day, it will align your thoughts and actions with what you want, reinforce your belief in the power of mental training, and set a positive example for those around you: https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/daily-mindset-beast    Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify

NOTE: In the month of July, we're reposting some of our top Mental Mondays because they're worth repeating."Emotions shape, they don't just describe"In today's Mental Monday, I'm challenging you to think about the language you're using to describe the world around you, and how your words shape your experience.This episode is a firm reminder that your experience is never objective, and that can be a good thing!Borrowing the above quote from Brene Brown, I'll help you reclaim your story with the simple practice of reframing the way you TALK about it.-------------------------How to Become a Mental Performance Coach: Our latest and greatest FREE ultra-simple guide will show you how YOU can make mindset coaching your full-time career or part-time hustle. (Even without your PhD!). Take the first step to becoming the mindset coach you've been dreaming of: https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/guide   Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify  

NOTE: In the month of July, we're reposting some of our top Mental Mondays because they're worth repeating.Today's lesson begins with the question: Where can you save your energy?High performers and athlete-minded people like you are willing to do the work, whatever it takes, to get where you want to go. But many accept unnecessary difficulty along the way.In today's episode of The Mindset Coach Academy Podcast, I'm challenging you to focus your energy on what matters most as you push yourself toward that next level.Listen to this Mental Monday episode for real life examples and actionable tips. --------------------BRAVR Method: The BRAVR™ is a step-by-step SYSTEM designed to get you and your athletes the focus, toughness and resiliency in practice (and beyond) that you ALL deserve. Trusted by hundreds of coaches to have highly productive, focused team practices. For the coach that KNOWS the mental game IS the game. www.positiveperformancetraining.com/bravr-system   Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify  

I had the great pleasure of interviewing The Bodacious Brotherhood. The BB came together in The Mindset Coach Academy Certification when they were randomly assigned to the same small group.  I always say that you “get out of the small group what you put into it”, and these men showed what’s possible when you cut the bullshit, get vulnerable, and put it all on the table.  I first noticed this group had a special bond when they started calling each other out during our weekly big group calls. I knew I had to get this group of men on the podcast to talk about how they pushed past social norms to create this special group centered around radical honesty and vulnerability.  In the episode, we cover: The key moment early on that defined their team culture How rare it is to have vulnerable male friendships Advice for men wanting to develop deeper relationships The massive ripple effect of accountability and support   If you’re interested in joining The MCA Certification, see what’s possible! Take a peek inside one of the most valuable pieces of the program: The small groups! Follow The Bodacious Brotherhood   Ken Bizup is the owner of Athletes Mental Trainer where he helps athletes overcome mental blocks to reach peak performance. He is an MCA graduate and has been an MCA team leader for years. Learn more about Ken at www.athletesmentaltrainer.com and on Instagram at Athletes_Mental_Trainer   John-Austin is a former professional baseball player and an MCA graduate whose aim is to bring Mental Training to baseball atheltes. Learn more about John-Austin at www.mintcompetitors.com and on Instagram at MintCompetitors   Brandon Stokes is a Mental Performance Coach and MCA graduate. He works with younger athletes and families to put their dreams into action. Learn more about Brandon at www.mentalgameathlete.com and on Instagram at MentalGameAthleteTransform    Jeff Stover has been a Human Performance Advocate for over 30 years. Jeff is a lover of sports and life, a Mental Training coach, and an MCA graduate.   Related Resources:   Download our free e-book: “How to Become a Mental Performance Coach”: This FREE, ultra-simple guide will show you how YOU can make mindset coaching your full-time career or part-time hustle. (Even without your PhD). Take the first step to becoming the mindset coach you've been dreaming of: https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/guide  The Mindset Coach Academy Certification: If you are ready to step into your purpose as a Positive Performance Certified Mindset Coach, join our waitlist to be the first to know when enrollment opens: https:www.positiveperformancetraining.com/MCACertification   Here’s a glance at the episode…   [1:02] Lindsey introduces The “Bodacious Brotherhood”, and asks each one of the members to introduce themselves.  [5:17] Brandon explains where their group name comes from. As a group, they started with “belief” and grew from there. Brandon talks about how a family emergency created intense vulnerability in the group early on and how he used The BRAVR Method.  [10:17] John-Austin speaks on how the group approached working on themselves from a holistic perspective; wanting to be better fathers, husbands, business owners, and coaches.   [12:54] Brandon tells a story about a time he froze in the spotlight, and how the BB held him accountable. The group talks about how they helped each other remember their strengths how that forged a bond.  [17:10] Jeff shares how he believed “Iron sharpens iron” in the group. Lindsey asks Ken about his experience as an ongoing MCA team leader.   [22:26] The BB talks about the key moment in the group that forged emotional safety. They go on to share specific examples of times when the group’s accountability and coaching made a big difference.  [25:41] John-Austin talks about how rare it is to have vulnerable male friendships, and what the group has meant to him.   [27:56] Societal norms around male friendships make it hard to connect. Jeff talks about his intentional approach to creating mens groups.  [31:55] The BB speak on how you “get out of it what you put into it”, and how that mindset shaped the value of their weekly team meetings. Lindsey asks how this experience will help them as leaders moving forward.  [35:30] Ken identifies the transformational power and value of the small groups in The MCA Certification and the group wraps up by sharing their advice for men wanting to develop deeper connections.    Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast!   This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bott