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Learn about mental fitness and self-compassion Jan 04, 2023

Nobody asked, because nobody cared.

 

Monday night when Damar Hamlin literally had a heart attack on the field, nobody asked about his politics, his religion, or how many social media...

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Mental fitness means simplifying Dec 07, 2022

What do you need to say “Happy Trails” to? Mix up. Let go of? 

 

I asked this question because we get stuck in ruts sometimes. It’s often hard to know how to get out of...

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Feeling Embarrassed Nov 02, 2022

Lately, I have been telling people about the benefits of dried grapes. Why? I’m raisin’ awareness. This video will definitely create a wrinkle. Let’s break out of the little red...

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Discover the difference between emotions and feelings Oct 26, 2022

I read and listen to a lot of books. I put a concept on the shelf, but it keeps coming up — so I’m ready to turn the page and bind the ideas together. Mark my words. This video is a new...

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Insight is foundational to mental fitness Oct 12, 2022

Insight. It’s one of the foundations of mental fitness. In order to change, you need insight into yourself. It’s necessary for self-awareness. 

I have another observation from the...

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Protect the mental health of referees Sep 14, 2022

I hear people complain about reffing. If you want better, shut up. it’s OK to notice and be critical. Refs know when they make mistakes. 

So why do I say shut up? I’ve spent...

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Learn how to let go and develop emotional agility Aug 17, 2022

Do you have butterfingers?  

Don’t worry if you don’t — I’m not going to smear you or bar you from anything. I’ll actually pat you on the back if you do.

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Utilizing a Fixed Mindset Aug 10, 2022

Last week I talked about reframing. Mindset is an example of framing or a mental model. 

Carol Dweck’s book Mindset popularized mindsets — specifically the growth...

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Creating Your Own Safety Jun 29, 2022

Safety. It’s something that has been on my mind quite a bit.

We all know it’s more than just a word. We all need it. Lately, our safety feels threatened.

I put a lot of thought into...

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Navigating the Locker Room Jun 22, 2022

Last week, I was approached by a friend who shares a love of sports and kids. 

His name is Dana Thiede. He’s a hockey referee, a hockey dad, and he devotes a lot of his time to work with...

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The Vagus Nerve: Understanding Its Role in Mental Health May 11, 2022

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. My hope is that the mental health and mental performance concepts I put here are usable to anyone. I also want to help make sure they’re easy to...

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Meditation Myths Mar 16, 2022

Last week, I asked you for questions that I could help answer in these videos. I received a few questions about meditation and how it works. 

Meditation can look different for everyone, but...

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