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The Value of Mental Skills Training
Mental performance is a stepping stone rather than a stopping place.
Thoughts Impact Behavior
If you are pessimistic or have a lot of intrusive thoughts that aren't helpful, then how does it not impact your emotional state, the way you treat other people and yourself, and how you act and behave?
Timestamp
1:06 — Misconceptions About Mental Performance/Sport Psychology
3:31 — Experience As Seattle Mariners Mental Skills Coach
10:51 — Developing Personal Creed
18:52 — Advice For Athletes/Coaches
19:51 — Book Recommendations & Current Projects
Resources
Book Recommendation #1: On the Road
Book Recommendation #2: Transcend: The New Science of Self-Actualization
Book Recommendation #3: The Mind Illuminated
Book Recommendation #4: Mindful Sport Performance Enhancement: Mental Training for Athletes and Coaches
Book Recommendation #5: The Mindful Athlete: Secrets to Pure Performance
Book Recommendation #6: Altered Traits: Science Reveals How Meditation Changes Your Mind, Brain, and Body
Book Recommendation #7: How We Live Is How We Die
Transcend Performance: https://transcendperformances.com/about-us/
Mission Six Zero: https://missionsixzero.com/our-team/michael-gerson/
About Dr. Michael Gerson
Dr. Michael Gerson is a clinical and sport psychologist with a passion for helping individuals achieve personal and professional excellence. He has over a decade of experience training a diverse range of soldier-athlete-clinical populations in the field of performance, sport, military, health, and clinical psychology. He is an Assistant Professor at National University, Owner of Transcend Performance, and Director of Mental Skills at Mission 6 Zero. Previously he served as a Mental Skills Director for the Seattle Mariners. When he's not coaching or teaching, you can find Dr. Gerson spending time with his family or engaging in meditation and Tai Chi practices.
Mental Skills Training w/ Dr. Michael Gerson (Part 2)