Becoming HeadStrong
606 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsThis podcast guides you on the journey of building and maintaining mental toughness. Regardless of where you "perform" in life, Becoming HeadStrong will help you learn to optimize and more fully enjoy your life's performance.
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Episodes
355. Make Your Day Positive - Dr. Detling
November 15, 2021 09:00 - 4 minutes - 3.73 MBThis episode will walk the listener through 10 Ways to Make Your Day Positive - written by Douglas Pagels.
354. Parental Self-Care- Coach Chelsea
November 12, 2021 09:30 - 9 minutes - 4.59 MBIn this episode, Coach Chelsea talks about the importance of self-care in order to be the best parent possible. She gives some mindful tips and suggestions of how to feel good when you just feel like you have nothing left in the tank.
353. Punishment - Coach Amanda
November 10, 2021 09:30 - 8 minutes - 4.2 MBIn this episode, Amanda gives us a 3rd installment of Coach's Corner where she focuses on punishment. This one is for anyone who deals with anyone who has to get people to do things. Which is MOST of us!
352. 1440 - Katie
November 08, 2021 09:30 - 6 minutes - 2.89 MBIn this episode, Coach Katie talks about how losing $5 out of $1440 is not worth throwing out the rest of the $1435. This lesson is for everyone who thinks about giving up too soon!
351. Athletes Aren't Special People - Dr. Galli
November 05, 2021 08:30 - 5 minutes - 4.3 MBIn this episode, Dr. Galli honors the legendary career and memory of sport psychology pioneer, emeritus, and valued individual, Dr. Keith Henschen. Dr. Galli shares some of his wisdom in this very special episode.
350. Practice - Coach Kristina
November 03, 2021 08:30 - 5 minutes - 6.49 MBIn this episode, Kristina talks about the benefit of taking the information you have and putting it to practice. She talks about the importance of practicing your mental toughness skills the same way you practice your physical skills.
349. Relive the Past - Dr. Detling
November 01, 2021 08:30 - 7 minutes - 6.3 MBIn this episode, Dr. Detling talks about how to get a boost of dopamine from reliving the past in order to remain in the present moment.
348. Let Go of Control to Take Back Control - Chelsea
October 29, 2021 08:30 - 4 minutes - 2.1 MBIn this episode, Coach Chelsea talks about how letting go of control in anything you do can give you more control and increase the amount of fun you are having.
347. Classical vs. Operant Conditioning Coaching Methods - Amanda
October 27, 2021 08:30 - 7 minutes - 3.49 MBIn this episode, Coach Amanda teaches us about conditioning and behavior psychology. She takes a deep dive into classical versus operant conditioning.
346. Unclear is Unkind - Katie
October 25, 2021 08:30 - 9 minutes - 4.23 MBThis episode is for anyone with an influence on others, specifically influencing kids. Coach Katie talks about how understanding the roles a young athlete can bring to the table and how to clearly communicate expectations in that role are important in development. Being clear is being kind.
345. Atalanta - Dr. Galli
October 22, 2021 08:30 - 3 minutes - 2.81 MBIn this episode, Dr. Galli delivers episode 2 of his series related to what we can learn from the mental skills of Greek Gods. The focus of this episode is Atalanta, the heroine who was abandoned by her father because he wanted a boy. Learn how mentally tough Atalanta is and how you can learn from her strengths.
344. Teaching Others - Kristina
October 20, 2021 08:30 - 4 minutes - 4.82 MBIn this episode, Kristina teaches you how to capitalize on mental toughness techniques by teaching mental toughness to others.
343. Sisu - Dr. Detling
October 18, 2021 08:30 - 5 minutes - 5.43 MB"Sisu" is a word that comes from Finland that describes mental toughness in a very organic way. Although there is no specific translation into English, it embodies pushing past your self-imposed limits. True success occurs when you overcome the mind, rather than achieving a specific outcome.
342. Worldviews and Coaching - Chelsea
October 15, 2021 08:30 - 5 minutes - 2.45 MBIn this episode, Coach Chelsea explains the importance of knowing and recognizing how each of your athlete's sees the world. Our worldviews are shaped by many factors and are an important piece of the effective coaching puzzle.
341. Transition Out of Sport 3 - Amanda
October 13, 2021 08:00 - 8 minutes - 4.19 MBHeadStrong Coach Amanda did her master's thesis on retiring from sport. In this episode, she discusses her findings.
340. Actors Win, Reactors Lose - Katie
October 11, 2021 08:30 - 11 minutes - 5.27 MBIn this episode, Coach Katie explains what it means to be the primary actor in your life. When we are the primary reactor, typically we are "back in our heels", lack control, and usually feels like you are a couple of steps behind what you're trying to accomplish. Learning to be the primary actor can give you more control as an athlete.
339. Achilles - Dr. Galli
October 08, 2021 08:30 - 2 minutes - 2.24 MBIn this episode, Dr. Galli begins his multi-series highlight of Greek mythological folklore. Achilles is first and his biggest vulnerability was his heel. Becoming one of the heroes of the Trojan war, Achilles persevered. Learn where the term "Achilles heel" comes from and how you can apply his experience to your athletic experience.
338. Mindfulness - Kristina
October 06, 2021 08:00 - 4 minutes - 5.42 MBMindfulness is about bringing your focus inward. It allows you the time and space to acknowledge and accept things for what they are as well as to regulate your emotions. In this episode, Kristina walks you through a mindfulness exercise.
337. Encouragement vs. Positivity - Dr. Detling
October 04, 2021 08:00 - 7 minutes - 6.43 MBIn this episode, Dr. Detling discusses the difference between encouragement and positivity. Did you know that too much positivity, particularly during difficult times, can become toxic? Yet encouragement, tied to an action or behavior, can usually be the most helpful tool.
336. Parenting a Perfectionist - Chelsea
October 01, 2021 08:00 - 7 minutes - 3.76 MBYo Globetrotter, this one is for you! If you are a parent of a perfectionist, this episode covers what you can do to help them with this constant struggle.
335. Transition Out of Sport 2 - Amanda
September 29, 2021 08:30 - 7 minutes - 3.71 MBMost elite athletes will be retired from their sports in their 20's. Fortunately, 80% of athletes transition well, but the other 20% have quite a struggle. It is a crisis transition. In this episode, HeadStrong Coach Amanda discusses the reality of difficulty for some athletes.
334. So What, Now What? - Katie
September 27, 2021 08:00 - 6 minutes - 3.03 MBIn this episode, Katie discusses how to overcome mistakes.
333. The Air Pump Method - Dr. Galli
September 24, 2021 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.49 MBIn this episode you will learn a strategy for monitoring your activation levels. Dr. Galli will give you three questions to ask yourself that will help you find that correct level for you.
332. FOMO, YOLO - Kristina
September 22, 2021 08:00 - 5 minutes - 6.32 MBFOMO = Fear of Missing Out. YOLO = You Only Live Once. How to make sense of these in our world today!
331. Pressure Solution 20 - Dr. Detling
September 20, 2021 08:00 - 3 minutes - 3.78 MBThe 20th and final strategy in this series is presented by Dr. Nicole Detling. Here you will learn the value of sharing the pressure with someone else.
330. Was Message Sent, Message Received? - Chelsea
September 17, 2021 08:00 - 4 minutes - 2.05 MBThis episode will teach coaches how to better communicate with their teams!
329. Transition Out of Sport 1 - Amanda
September 15, 2021 09:00 - 6 minutes - 3.23 MBThis is the first episode in a series on transitioning out of sport, or retirement. In this episode, Amanda discusses what happens when an athlete retires.
328. Make Room For The New - Katie
September 13, 2021 08:00 - 5 minutes - 2.57 MBWhat happens when we make changes and welcome in new habits? As we bring in more, that typically means we will have to give up something to make room for the new.
327. Paradoxical Thinking - Dr. Galli
September 10, 2021 08:00 - 3 minutes - 3.21 MBIn this episode, you will experience the "Theory of Ironic Processes" in that when you attempt not to do something, that is the very thing you do. Listeners will learn to challenge themselves to strive for an exaggerated version of whatever it is you are actually wanting to avoid. What?!? Listen to this episode to learn more.
326. The Fine Line - Kristina
September 08, 2021 08:00 - 5 minutes - 6.64 MBThere is a fine line between many statements that we often use in sports. In this episode, Kristina breaks down a lot of common phrases and helps the listener understand the fine line of each.
325. Pressure Solution 19 - Dr. Detling
September 06, 2021 08:00 - 4 minutes - 4.56 MBIn the 19th episode in the series on Pressure Solutions, Dr. Detling talks about the psychological benefit of choosing to go first.
324. Core Values, Priorities, & Goal Setting - Chelsea
September 03, 2021 08:00 - 6 minutes - 2.97 MBIn order to set proper goals that will work for you, it's important to think about your core values and priorities. In this episode, Chelsea walks you through identifying your core values and priorities so that you can set the most effective goals.
323. Coaches Corner 2 - Amanda
September 01, 2021 08:00 - 7 minutes - 3.64 MBIn this episode, you will learn the difference between "free thinkers" and robots as well as how to manage most productively!
322. Great At The Basics - Katie
August 30, 2021 09:00 - 8 minutes - 3.76 MBWe should spend most of our time practicing the skills that are considered "basic" as they are the foundation of all the skills in whatever it is that we do.
321. Unlock With the 4 R's - Dr. Galli
August 27, 2021 08:00 - 3 minutes - 2.52 MBThe 4 R's for unlocking unhealthy and not useful thoughts are presented by Dr. Nick Galli in this episode.
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320. Carry One Book - Kristina
August 25, 2021 08:00 - 4 minutes - 4.68 MBWe carry so much on our shoulders that causes us physical and emotional stress. It's heavy and weighs you down. Rather than carrying so much, take care of just one stressor at a time.
319. Pressure Solution 18 - Dr. Detling
August 23, 2021 08:00 - 7 minutes - 7.24 MBIn this episode focusing on the 18th pressure solution in the series, Dr. Nicole Detling talks about HOW to regulate your breathing in order to manage pressure.
318. Learn Like a Toddler - Chelsea
August 20, 2021 08:00 - 7 minutes - 3.74 MBLearning like a toddler is all about learning with a beginner's mind. In this episode, Coach Chelsea talks about how to use this mindset for your benefit.
317. Coaches Corner 1 - Amanda
August 18, 2021 08:00 - 5 minutes - 2.81 MBIn this episode, Coach Amanda discusses positive and negative reinforcement.
316. Win or Learn? - Katie
August 16, 2021 16:56 - 8 minutes - 4.12 MBKatie Harker addresses the idea of either "winning" or "learning" in this episode. Does it have to be an "or"? We can also learn when we win!
315. 3 Points from a 3-Time Olympic Medalist - Dr. Galli
August 13, 2021 08:00 - 6 minutes - 5.65 MBIn this episode, Dr. Nick Galli discusses 3 points he learned recently from 3-Time Olympic Medalist, Speedskater Joey Cheek.
314. When Things Are Buggin' - Kristina
August 11, 2021 08:00 - 4 minutes - 4.99 MBWhen something is bothering you, the more attention you give to what is annoying you, the worse it becomes. In this episode, Kristina discusses how to let it go.
313. Pressure Solution 17 - Dr. Detling
August 09, 2021 08:00 - 6 minutes - 6.37 MBThis pressure solution is all about slowing down. Finding ways to slow down your physiological processes as well as your mind will help you manage pressure better.
312. Olympic Thoughts - Amanda
August 06, 2021 08:00 - 6 minutes - 2.98 MBListen to this episode to hear Coach Amanda's thoughts on the Olympics and specifically Simon Biles' having to pull out of gymnastics.
311. Role Ownership - Katie
August 04, 2021 08:00 - 6 minutes - 3.01 MBOwning your role, understanding what your job is, and doing it to the best of your ability is key for successful performances.
310. What If Revisited - Dr. Galli
August 02, 2021 09:00 - 2 minutes - 1.92 MBIn this episode, you will learn yet another method for handling those pesky "what if" questions.
309. The Olympics - Kristina
July 30, 2021 08:00 - 8 minutes - 9.75 MBIn the episode, Kristina shares her thoughts on the Olympics as well as her personal experiences as a figure skater.
308. Pressure Solution 16 - Dr. Detling
July 28, 2021 08:00 - 10 minutes - 9.51 MBIn this pressure solution, you will learn about using a pre-performance routine. This includes how to create one and what it does for you as well as the difference between a routine and a ritual.
307. Dangerous Perfectionism - Amanda
July 26, 2021 09:00 - 7 minutes - 3.52 MBWhile perfectionism can drive you to train harder and perform better, it can also be very dangerous when taken too far.