15 Minutes Of Mental Toughness

Ray Santiago III is a mental performance coach, author, and speaker. Throughout his career he has coached professional, collegiate, and youth athletes. He has written several books including his Playing on Higher Ground series which intertwines the Christian faith with mental performance skills. His newest book, The Pillar B's, dives into his coaching philosophy, including what he believes are the foundations to success in sport. 5:11  Embracing the joy and the struggle.  6:24 Sunshine and vertigo: The best cry of his life.  7:55 “What will you enjoy 40 years from now?” 10:45 Breaking the system. 14:20 The Pillar B’s. 16:02 War of the pour. 18:36 Playing to our strengths. 20:58 Managing the thermostat. 24:40 The gazelle, the lion, and the mother bear. 30:12 The blueprint of self-compassion.  38:38 What’s your philosophy? 45:17 Faith is the greatest tool. 47:18 Go back to believing.   Don’t forget you can also follow Dr. Rob Bell on Twitter or Instagram. Follow At: •Twitter @drrobbell •Instagram @drrobbell  

Justin pitched in the MLB from 2008 to 2015. He pitched for three Major League teams and made an All-Star appearance in 2013 while with the Cleveland Indians. He finished his career amassing a total of one thousand strikeouts. Justin also once had an immaculate inning, striking out three consecutive batters with nine pitches. He additionally once struck out four hitters in one inning. He is the only pitcher since 1912 to have four starts in Fenway without a loss. 4:52 “Jamaican-born, American-made.” 7:20 Mistakes are the best way to grow. 10:23 Seeking after Jesus. 14:43 In the end, they didn’t know anything. 21:04 It starts right here. 23:01 Simplicity at San Diego State. 27:02 A call from the Red Sox. 32:38 What becomes our weaknesses. 34:40 Go where it’s life-giving. 36:00 Being an Opening Day starter. 39:08 Default or taught: Dwelling on loss.  44:46 Not afraid of suffering in 2014.  49:36 Remaining relational. 52:01 Avoiding "hanger." 56:22 Reminiscing on a thousand strikeouts. 1:00:54 “I didn’t retire,

Mike Christman, a graduate of Indiana University, is a TPI Level 3 Golf Fitness Instructor as well as a Golf Performance Coach. He is the owner of The Fitness Garage and has coached Senior PGA, PGA, and LPGA players.   4:25 A staple in the gym. 6:07 Where am I from? 8:03 Experiencing trauma daily. 10:24 No place to call home. 12:07 Channeling the instability. 13:15 “When things go wrong, you drink.”  15:43 Structure and family found in sports.  17:55 Trust.  20:12 Bus rides in junior high. 23:05 “It was for the guy next to me.” 25:42 Easy-exiting and instability. 28:05 What Fitness Garage encompasses. 29:37 Redefining the grind.  33:03 The it-factor from a gym perspective. 34:41 Their actions relay their purpose. 40:21 When players respond.  41:30 Those you need to call-off. 43:42 Concrete floors so people can let go. 47:10  Maybe they’re here for another reason. Download The Best Mental Toughness Quotes That Will Make You BETTER https://drrobbell.com/quotes-on-mentaltoughness  If you enjoyed this episode on

Tim Tucker is a long-time PGA Tour caddy. From 2016-2021, he gained 8 PGA Tour victories, including his 2020 US Open victory at Winged Foot while on the bag with Bryson Dechambeau. He additionally caddied for Adam Svensson, who won at RSM. As an entrepreneur, Tim and his friend, Amos Baker, started Loop Golf Transportation which is a high-end transportation service for golfers in Bandon Dunes, where he was a former club Pro and caddy. He additionally released True Aim Marker, designed to help golfers train, practice, and play.   True Aim Marker: https://trueaimmarker.com  4:51 Loving the underdog. 7:39 Meeting 15-year-old Bryson Dechambeau. 9:26 “He made me a better caddy.” 11:49 Reflecting on Winged Foot 2020. 14:24 “It was quieter.” 15:52 Golf balls and ballistics are the same thing. 17:40 Different every day. 19:48 Only talking about that shot. 21:56 99.99% of the talent. 26:19 Managing the media. 27:35 Giving back through golf. 29:25 The biggest regret at Torrey Pines. 33:28 Call yourself out. 35:32 Your

Charles Peachock is a professional juggler, winning a world title at the young age of 19. Throughout his 35 years in juggling, he has been a two-time world champion and has been on both the Go-Big Show and The Tonight Show. His talents in juggling additionally earned him a spot as a Finalist on America’s Got Talent. He has performed for major companies such as United Airlines, Goodyear, The Cleveland Clinic, and Kraft Foods among many others. Currently, Charles is a contracted performer with Disney. Ultimately, his Goal is to bring juggling into the next century.  5:05 The biggest gift at 11 years old. 6:20 It comes from your own will and determination. 8:44 The woodshed days. 12:00 Micro moments that motivate. 13:15 Executing and engaging. 17:30 Mental juggling and stage comfort. 20:43 “That was not me.”  23:25 Leveraging the senses. 26:48 Switching gears. 28:35 Maintaining the appeal. 32:12 Slowing down to story tell. 36:44 The individual entertainer connection. 38:18 Adding in new tricks. 40:35 Reinventing

Ward Jarvis is a mental performance coach with a focus on elite golfers. His interest in mental performance coaching stems both from experiencing the "yips" in putting during his teenage years and devoting much of his time to exploring the neuropsychological underpinnings of his stutter.  3:18 Approaching rather than avoiding. 5:58 Another form of movement. 7:55 The "atypical neuro experience." 11:30 Mental skills for stuttering. 13:00 In the frozen food aisle of Walmart. 14:22 Calling Dillard’s every Wednesday. 16:11 Managing anticipation. 17:31  Stuttering and the yips in golf. 25:19 Bringing order to the chaos. 27:15 Cured versus smoothed-out. 31:03 The mind moves through different moments. 34:11 Success is domain-oriented.    35:40 Our brain can be the biggest distraction. 38:03 Time to get good and time to stay good.  42:38 Time management is guilt management. 45:24 Trained for the chaotic. 48:39 The hardest call. 51:02 Creating the technology of the future.  Download The Best Mental Toughness Quotes Th

Eric Musselman is the current head coach of the University of Arkansas Men's Basketball team. Prior to coming to Arkansas, Musselman coached the Nevada team to the NCAA tournament, where they were also ranked in the top ten for several weeks in a row. At the professional level, Musselman worked with the Orlando Magic, Atlanta Hawks, Golden State Warriors, Memphis Grizzlies, and the Sacramento Kings. He spent additional time coaching internationally in China, the Dominican Republic, and Venezuela. He is the son of Bill Musselman, former coach of the Minnesota Timberwolves.  4:07 30 to 60 pages at a 6.0 pace. 5:11 Coaching tips from the MLB. 7:34 Great players are detail-oriented. 9:22 Wired differently.  10:57 Changing as a coach. 13:04 Selling out the building. 14:21 Reflecting on his father’s coaching style.  16:20 Differences between college and the NBA. 19:33 Coaching a national team with a language barrier. 21:32 “It’s all I knew.” 24:11 Winning without joy.  27:06 Crushing or elevating a team spirit. 30:

Erik Barnes is a PGA Tour Professional. Starting out as an Amateur, he turned Pro in 2011. While playing on the Korn Ferry Tour this past season, he finished with seven top-10 finishes. He has now earned his way onto the PGA Tour for the 2023 season.    4:27 Playing in the dark 7:21 Reflecting on the US Open. 9:24 When uncertainty led to sacrifices. 15:03 Maximizing time. 18:22 “I didn’t need much motivation.” 21:54 Perspective and gratitude. 24:57 Putting and scrambling. 26:58 How qualifying for the US Open was "one of the worst things." 29:31 “Golf is not just about golf.” 33:35 50-percent cuts-maker. 36:33 Adopting a different outlook. 39:36 Knowing your game. 43:45 “Everything seemed so easy.” 47:48 Maintain your natural swing. 49:30 The moment he knew. Download The Best Mental Toughness Quotes That Will Make You BETTER https://drrobbell.com/quotes-on-mentaltoughness  If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe and leave a review! Dr. Rob Bell

Coach Stephanie White was previously the head coach of the Indiana Fever and most recently, head coach of Vanderbilt University Women's basketball team. Prior to coaching, Stephanie played five years in the WNBA for the Charlotte Sting and Indiana Fever, and was inducted into the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame. While playing at Purdue University during her undergraduate career, Stephanie led the team to a national championship in 1999 and earned Player of the Year. Stephanie currently serves as a basketball analyst for ESPN.  5:00 Just like one of the guys. 7:15 Doing what other kids won’t. 11:38 Isolated focus. 13:37 The greatest indicator of success. 16:18 Dreams of being a pilot. 17:41 Missing the moments. 24:00 Taking pride in the journey. 25:30 Reflecting on the Final Four. 30:02 This is why. 33:40 Be a star in your role. 36:52 Cant’t rest on past accomplishments. 39:30 Feeling at home. 41:35 Lessons from 9 years as an assistant coach. 43:50 Shifting to a different perspective. 46:12 Applying the pro-st

Hunter Scott is a Naval Officer and helicopter pilot since 2007, and currently serves the Pentagon as the Protocol Officer for the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. He specializes in matters of aviation along with national and cyber security. Scott has accumulated several military and civilian awards, including the Defense Meritorious Service Medal in 2016. He has earned two masters degrees, one from Harvard, and earned an undergraduate degree was from North Carolina where he was also varsity cheerleader.  In 2000, he helped draft legislation in that exonerated the unjustly court-martialed Captain of the USS Indianapolis. Charles McVay III was the only captain to be court-martialed out of over 700 ships that sank. What began as a history project as a 12 year old turned into a major quest. Our guest has been recognized in Florida on August 24th every year, as Hunter Scott day.  6:05 Quint’s soliloquy in Jaws. 7:45 Interviewing the first survivor. 9:51 Writing 40 more letters. 11:34 Treasure hunting on the

Michael Bentt was a four-time NY Golden Gloves champion, and one of the most decorated amateur boxers in the United States. He earned a bronze medal at the Good Will Games and the Pan-American games, along with earning 2nd at the Olympic Trials. He was also the WBO Heavyweight Champion, beating Tommy Morrison in 1993. He has starred in numerous films and TV episodes, including Million Dollar Baby and played Sonny Liston in the film ALI. He has also directed an off-Broadway play called, Kid Shamrock. He stars in Netflix docu-series called, Losers. Michael is also the author of a fantastic piece titled, Anatomy of a Knock-Out.  4:45 The only honest boxer. 6:40 Being dad’s trophy. 11:12 “I don’t want to box anymore.” 15:30 Conflicted by the sport. 20:00 Turning pro and the avalanche of resentment. 28:30 Going against Jerry Jones. 30:57 Writing and self-medicating. 35:52 Still had something to prove to himself. 41:40 “Not again.” 45:30 “At some point he’s going to hurt you.” 51:14 Knocking down Tommy Morrison. 53

Miléne Jardine is a chocolatier in New York City. After 12 years in the fashion industry, a setback propelled her into establishing a business creating and selling her first love: chocolate. Miléne’s unique flavor combinations showcase her travels in Egypt, Japan, Paris, and around the world.  Explore her creations here: https://milenejardine.com   3:56 Sneaking chocolate. 4:50 It started with the truffle. 6:45 The ritual at the cherry blossom tree. 8:33 What do I do next? 10:30 Going all in. 11:22 Why the first 10,000 dollars felt better than a million. 13:55 Following the dangling carrot. 16:00 Providing for healthcare workers during COVID. 19:14 Roots in Paris. 21:34 Inspiration from Egypt. 24:13 “Live by love.” 26:54 Navigating tangents of doubt.  30:10 New York City and small business support. 34:14 Those who thought it was a bad idea. 37:08 The vision for Miléne Jardine chocolate. 40:08 Finding complimentary flavors. 43:07 Applying fashion to a chocolate assortment.   Download The Best Mental Toughness

Lewis Robling is an ex-professional rugby player of 10 years, the founder of a sustainable e-commerce business (Cocabana), an ultra marathon runner, and an online coach. As an ambassador for Big Moose, Lewis plans to raise money for early intervention therapy by running five 250kilometer ultramarathons in the year 2022.    5:00 Getting the imaginary key. 8:28 The effect of never making it. 11:23 50 coconuts in Bali. 15:08 Running for a higher purpose.  22:00 The two toughest days of his life. 23:50 Dealing with the new normal and finding the “why.” 25:12 Crying in the Peak District. 28:07 Choosing vulnerability. 36:17 “Awareness is nothing on it's own.” 38:40 Running toward versus running away 42:30 Sri Lanka: The highs outweigh the lows. 51:15 The bond through suffering.  52:42 Preparation facilitates enjoyment. 56:33 Prioritize pacing. 59:42 When to push forward and when to pull back. 1:02:34 Courage, intuition, and discipline. Big Moose: https://www.bigmoosecharity.co/#intro  Cocabana: https://www.cocaban

Donita Walters is a repeat guest of the show (see Episode 43). She is a high school teacher and swim coach. As a swim coach, she has coached many at the national level and the Olympic Games in Rio. She is an avid cyclist and accomplished her goal of riding coast-coast across the United States, a total of over 3700 miles. She had ridden close to 5000 miles as her training for this epic journey when her hinge moment occurred... 4:22 The last training ride. 7:50 When the go-getter is sidelined. 9:33 Pain that takes your breath away. 12:54 Coaching young athletes through set backs. 14:20 The next hinge moment. 16:53 Going from East to West. 21:43 The bad 4-letter word. 25:43 “360-degrees of awesome on the bike saddle.” 29:28 The first Rocky Mountain climb. 32:19 Taking the front tire to the water’s edge. 34:58 “It’s not about me.” 36:50 Didn’t always feel like a miracle. 39:00 Coming off the mountain. 40:54 Never give up.            Download The Best Mental Toughness Quotes That Will Make You BETTER https://drro

Jeff Byers is the CEO of Momentus. Momentus is at the forefront of human performance pushing the limits of what’s possible. They provide a deep portfolio of human performance products such as PR lotion and collagen peptides, along with products for recovery, fuel, hydration, brain health, and sleep.  They are with over 150 collegiate and pro sports teams.  Website: Livemomentus.com   Sponsor of this podcast-  Use code DRB20 at checkout for 20% off.  4:10 The consumers at the Boston Marathon. 6:27 55 offers and the Gatorade Player of the Year. 9:37 On another planet at age 19. 11:30 From never getting beat, to always getting schooled. 15:16 The USC philosophy. 16:46 “You’re just one play away from the game.” 22:25 Taking every penny from the school.  28:00 The bubble is just a bubble. 30:21 Un-drafted: lucky and unlucky.  35:01 Playing for the job versus playing to win. 37:52 Walking away from the NFL to build. 41:10 Absorbing everything to get up to speed. 43:26 The problem with “broscience.” 45:05 The system

Scott Lindgren changed the sport of kayaking in the 90's and is a member of the International Whitewater Hall of Fame. He’s made 50 first descents all around the world. His documentary on kayaking from the Andes to the Amazon received an Emmy award, and he is "The River Runner" in the new Netflix documentary.  3:59 The internet says he’s dead. 7:30 Growing up in the “armpit of California.” 9:50 From weakness to annihilation.  11:28 The “downstream mentality.”  12:34 When he found the river. 16:10 Kayaking is a minimum 10 year investment.   20:27 Emotional instability doesn’t work. 24:24 Successful on the river, but what about with someone you love? 27:10 Seeing a teammate at their core. 31:00 Paddling 250 days a year. 33:33 “If you’ve gotta feed it, you don’t need it.” 35:10 Focused on the mission and missing the metaphor. 37:45 “It’s a kid’s game.” 44:30 Militia and hippos. 48:48 3 months turned into 8 years. 56:03 “I spent my entire life not being weak.” 57:00 Self-inflicted isolation. 58:17 First Descents:

Andy Glaze is an avid Ultra Runner and Captain of the LA County Fire Department. In the year 2020 he ran 8,000 miles, which equates to running roughly 21 miles every day. Andy is passionate about spreading positivity through his social media platforms; specifically, sharing his two goals for each run: to smile and to finish the race.   9:58 The power of smiling. 12:00 Lessons from “Did Not Finish.” 14:44 What quiets the mind. 15:28 Not visiting that room. 17:19 The best part of racing is surviving. 19:45 Being a 2:30am riser. 23:18 Every sunset and every sunrise. 26:24 “So many things can go wrong” at 250 miles. 29:46 The most regretted race. 32:58 Processing and overcoming the setback.  36:03 Analyzing small failures well. 38:52 When training is better than racing. 40:51 Results don’t matter. 41:53 “Better to be fast at mile 80 than mile 20.” 43:40 Can’t rush long term goals. 49:44  The rainstorm at Mount Fuji. 56:07 “I don’t want to die. This is like a hobby.” 58:55 Part of the obsession. 1:01:22 Big’s Back

Ruben Amaro Jr. is a former Major League Baseball player with 7 seasons of experience. He won an American League pennant with the Indians and a National League pennant with the Phillies. He was General Manager for the Phillies from 2008- 2015. He has also served as a Major League coach for the Mets and Red Sox. Most recently, he has served as a pre- and post-game analyst for NBC Sports in Philly.   3:40 Harry Kalas and Philadelphia in 1992.  7:46 “You’re not as good as your dad.” 9:41 View it as a challenge, not a negative. 12:27 Creating a fire to prove someone wrong. 15:08 Non-prospect.  16:48 Observing preparation. 18:30 The little things that lead to success. 21:02 Getting caught up and getting out of routines. 23:30 Resetting, overcoming, and being the best bench player. 26:26 Chosen as the last roster spot. 29:03 Every at bat was a gun fight.  31:40 Sitting on the World Series parade float. 33:16 “Another guy who figured out a way to win.” 35:04 Winning is always the challenge.  36:47 Patience and impul

Adam Kerley is a physical therapist, athletic trainer, and a certified strength and conditioning coach. He has worked with both collegiate and professional athletes with a career spanning through DI athletics, which is now Therapy Exos. Beginning in the past few years, Kerley works directly with PGA Tour professionals.  5:25 Lessons from the Kerley Trail.  8:24 Pete Carroll’s optimism applied to golfers.  10:34 Always the small kid. 12:56 How playable was possible. 16:40 Figuring out which bubbles to pop. 22:57 Establishing the daily disciplines.  25:40 “Being a good steward of the gift of your body.”  30:30 Optimizing individuality. 34:12 Reasons versus excuses. 37:18 “You play four rounds and then you start over.”  40:36 Having a short memory on both sides. 45:56 “Reject passivity and accept responsibility.”  47:49 Where one step can lead.  Download The Best Mental Toughness Quotes That Will Make You BETTER https://drrobbell.com/quotes-on-mentaltoughness  If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, pl

Pratiti Pathak's coaching philosophy is centered on assisting entrepreneurs with achieving their highest goals with balance, not burnout, using a holistic approach. Pratiti works alongside her clients to create a vision and plan to achieve their unique personal, physical, and emotional health goals. All of which, she believes, form a strong foundation for business and financial success. 3:14 “Manage your mind, not time.” 5:34 The biggest time-waster.  6:54 Being the only Asian in her school.  9:21 Becoming a bully.  12:09 The first transformational moment.  14:39 What will you choose?    19:18 What shapes who we are is who we are surrounded by.  20:41 “This could kill you if you don’t pay attention.” 23:57 Thankful for guilt. 25:13 When everything shifted.  27:24 Fighting against the reality of what life is about. 30:16  Building resilience.  32:05 “It’s about the stories we tell ourselves.” 34:21 The only reason we get stuck.  36:21 We perpetuate what we fear the most. 40:15 What do we want?   Download The