012 - MORE Strategies to Overcome Common Athlete Pain Points (Part 2 of 2)

This is part two of a two part episode - with more of the Q&A session focused on the challenges athletes (and parents and coaches) face. In this episode, we cover the pain points related to ambition, mindset, mental health and external pressures. I share insights on managing over-practicing, balancing ambition, dealing with slumps, controlling emotions, and fitting into teams. You're gonna get a blend of what could be happening inside the mind and brain, and some neuroscience-based practical strategies to help you navigate these issues.DISCLAIMER - I'm not a doctor, therapist, licensed counselor, neuroscientist, and am not licensed or qualified to diagnose, treat or otherwise advise on any clinical or related matters. I'm a baseball coach, a father, a former athlete, and a certified brain-based coach. So I can speak to these things at a high level and can share ideas, perspectives and guidance, and I can have individual and group conversations around mental skills and mental performance. But when it comes to anything clinical, medical or mental health-related - please consult with a trained, certified and authorized party.00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview00:35 Disclaimer and Structure01:52 Ambition: Over-Practicing and Obsession11:32 Mindset: Handling Slumps and Mistakes17:58 Mental Health: Managing Emotions and Outbursts24:40 External Pressures: Fitting into a New Team30:33 Wrap Up