The Power of Mental Toughness - with Lauren Johnson

Send us Fan MailLauren Johnson is an athlete-turned mental performance coach and speaker. She helps elite performers develop mental toughness so they can be their best, regardless of their circumstances. Prior to opening her own consulting practice, Lauren served as the Mental Conditioning Coordinator for the New York Yankees. Her practical, straight-forward advice and performance strategies provide real results that help individuals push through the many challenges life throws at us.In today’s episode, Lauren and Alison have a very real and heartfelt conversation about how our life circumstances shape who we are, and how we can use those instances to grow and learn instead of letting them control us and giving in to the victim mentality. We can take charge of our lives through the decisions we make, regardless of what we have gone through. It may take a while to learn to shift our mindset, but we have the power to do so. Lauren and Alison also discuss the devastating impact that suicide has on those left behind.Key highlights:Accepting reality even when it is very difficultChoosing something else instead of tearing yourself downVictim mentality vs. fighter mentalityLauren’s background and life challenges that led her to where she isThe devastating impact that suicide has on those left behind.How personal tragedies can be used to your advantage. How our definition of success can shift over timeVulnerability is power to an extentHow to improve your life through the decisions you make. Lauren’s experience working with the yankees What it means to be "mentally tough" and adaptable in our thinking.Connect with Lauren:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenjohnsonn/#experienceConnect with Alison:Instagram: @alisonanswers | @lagercounselingWebsite: LagerCounseling.comYouTube: Alison AnswersFacebook: Alison Lager Lcsw CasacConnect with Alison:Instagram: @alisonanswers | @lagercounselingWebsite: LagerCounseling.comYouTube: Alison AnswersFacebook: Alison Lager Lcsw CasacPurchase Alison’s book: “The Wake Up Call”Alison Answers Facebook Group: Join HEREWomen of Excellence FB group: Join HERE⚠️ Crisis Resources:Lager Counseling ServicesCall: 516-221-2123Text: (914) 363-0381Wantagh: 3408 Park Ave. Wantagh, NY 11793988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (24/7, free, confidential)Call or text 988 | Visit 988lifeline.org