Ep 7 Professional Baseball, 14:24, and the Benefit of Emotional Control

In this episode Caden sits down with professional baseball player Caden Wooster, a Santa Clara University alum and current member of the New York Mets organization. As Wooster prepares for his first professional spring training, the two discuss the emotional transition from college baseball to the professional level and what it takes to stay grounded in a new, high-pressure environment. The conversation explores how elite athletes develop awareness of their emotions, use them intentionally rather than suppressing them, and master the mundane daily process that ultimately drives performance. Wooster also shares insights on mental performance skills that have carried over into pro ball, lessons learned from being around other professionals, and the power of the 14:24 rule—using just 1% of your day to consistently improve at something that matters. This episode offers a practical look into the mindset, discipline, and process required to compete at the next level.