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This week, Coach AB and our Warriors sit down with professional softball player Payton Gottshall to unpack the mental work behind elite softball. From SEC doubt to year-round pro play in the U.S. and Mexico, she shares routines, recruiting advice, and the mindset shift that turned pressure into power. Episode Highlights: • Journaling for clarity and next-day resets • Vocal self-talk and mid-inning communication • Pitcher routines, breath, and between-pitch resets • Travel recovery, sleep planning, and hobbies • Transfer choice, culture fit, and finishing strong Connect with Payton: IG: @p.gott More ways to work with Fearless Warrior Learn about our proven Mental Skills Program, The Fearless Warrior Program Book a One on One Session for your Athlete Book a Mental Skills Workshop for your Team or Organization Follow us on Social Media Facebook @fearlesswarriors.org Instagram @fearlesswarrior Instagram @fearless.coach.ab X @CoachAB_ YouTube @fearlesswarriorcoaching

Today, I go behind the scenes with Justin Su'a, Podcast Host, Author, and CEO of Performance Advisory Group, to show how elite athletes design simple systems that hold up under pressure. We unpack environmental design, feedback loops, and why competence beats confidence when it matters most. Episode Highlights: • Systems by design vs systems by default • Separating life from sport with a "mental locker" • Environmental design that makes good habits easy • Defining and owning a real process • Guiding youth athletes through tiny starts and constraints • Preparation receipts to anchor confidence Connect with Justin: IG: @justinsua - *DM the word "IMPACT" to join his newsletter* Podcast: Increase Your Impact  Podcast: Diggin' Deep Shows Podcast: Losing Control More ways to work with Fearless Warrior Learn about our proven Mental Skills Program, The Fearless Warrior Program Book a One on One Session for your Athlete Book a Mental Skills Workshop for your Team or Organization Follow us on Social Media Facebook @fearlesswarriors.org Instagram @fearlesswarrior Instagram @fearless.coach.ab X @CoachAB_ YouTube @fearlesswarriorcoaching

In this week's episode, we are sharing our mentorship call with Amanda Lorenz Mazur, Professional Softball Player for the AUSL and the U.S.A. National Team. She dove into the mental skills that kept her steady under pressure - love practice, align work with goals, and choose words that build confidence instead of breaking it. Episode Highlights: • First encounters with mental skills • Language matters and rejecting the word "slump" • Favorite Florida moment and handling pressure • Loving practice for longevity and joy • Advice to younger self on nutrition and resilience Connect with Amanda: IG: @amandalorenz More ways to work with Fearless Warrior Learn about our proven Mental Skills Program, The Fearless Warrior Program Book a One on One Session for your Athlete Book a Mental Skills Workshop for your Team or Organization Follow us on Social Media Facebook @fearlesswarriors.org Instagram @fearlesswarrior Instagram @fearless.coach.ab X @CoachAB_ YouTube @fearlesswarriorcoaching

In today's episode, Coach Kara and our Warriors sat down with Ashley Prange, professional softball player and University of Alabama alum. She shares about perfectionism, injuries, and the moment she almost walked away, and how a transfer, faith, and a person-first culture brought joy back to the game. Episode Highlights: • Early commit pressure and perfectionism  • Mental health experiences • Transfer choice fueled by faith and support  • Routines for nutrition, scouting, and recovery  • Embracing mistakes and tight error recovery  Connect with Ashley: IG: @ashley_prange More ways to work with Fearless Warrior Learn about our proven Mental Skills Program, The Fearless Warrior Program Book a One on One Session for your Athlete Book a Mental Skills Workshop for your Team or Organization Follow us on Social Media Facebook @fearlesswarriors.org Instagram @fearlesswarrior Instagram @fearless.coach.ab X @CoachAB_ YouTube @fearlesswarriorcoaching

We have a special treat for you today. I had the privilege of interviewing Coach Tim Walton, Florida Gators Head Softball Coach. We unpack how Florida Softball sustains excellence through fit-first recruiting, honest feedback, routines, and preparation that drives confidence. Episode Highlights: • Whole-person development  • Recruiting for culture fit and long-term relationships • Confidence built from preparation, not praise • Routines, resets, and portable processes • Tell The Truth Tuesday and film with purpose Connect with Coach Walton: IG: @_timwalton More ways to work with Fearless Warrior Learn about our proven Mental Skills Program, The Fearless Warrior Program Book a One on One Session for your Athlete Book a Mental Skills Workshop for your Team or Organization Follow us on Social Media Facebook @fearlesswarriors.org Instagram @fearlesswarrior Instagram @fearless.coach.ab X @CoachAB_ YouTube @fearlesswarriorcoaching

This week, we step outside of softball and head into the drag racing world. I sat down with Melanie Johnson, a professional drag racer, who shares how tiny adjustments, sharp focus, and trust in instinct turn five seconds of chaos into calm execution. Episode Highlights: • Pre-run routines that reduce noise • Evidence-based self-talk and focus cues • Visual strategies, focal points, and cockpit blinders • Practice tree habits and reaction time limits • Reframing fear of failure and NIL-era stress • "Shrinking moments" Connect with Melanie: IG: @melaniejohnsonracing Website: https://melaniejohnsonracing.com/ More ways to work with Fearless Warrior Learn about our proven Mental Skills Program, The Fearless Warrior Program Book a One on One Session for your Athlete Book a Mental Skills Workshop for your Team or Organization Follow us on Social Media Facebook @fearlesswarriors.org Instagram @fearlesswarrior Instagram @fearless.coach.ab X @CoachAB_ YouTube @fearlesswarriorcoaching

For today's episode, Dr. Nicole Woodard, founder of the Symptom Whisperer and physical therapist, and I explore how pain often acts as a protective signal and why many “orthopedic” problems start in the brain. She delves into the integration of science and somatics and offers practical advice for athletes and their families, stressing the importance of rest, proper training, and holistic care. Episode Highlights: • Brain-first rehab transforming re-injury risk • Anchor points and athlete language for buy-in • Sleep, travel, and nutrition as performance levers • Fail fast with support and shared standards Connect with Dr. Nicole: IG: @symptomwhisperer LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-woodard-b11068196/ Website: https://www.symptomwhisperer.com/ More ways to work with Fearless Warrior Learn about our proven Mental Skills Program, The Fearless Warrior Program Book a One on One Session for your Athlete Book a Mental Skills Workshop for your Team or Organization Follow us on Social Media Facebook @fearlesswarriors.org Instagram @fearlesswarrior Instagram @fearless.coach.ab X @CoachAB_ YouTube @fearlesswarriorcoaching

In this episode, we are diving into the archives with a 2023 Mentorship Call with Carsyn Gordon, a former Florida State softball player. She shares with Coach Kara and our Warriors her journey to becoming a national champion with Florida State University and a member of the Puerto Rican national team.  Episode Highlights: Transition from college softball to coaching and careerLeadership experiencesMental game and stress managementBalancing academics and athleticsExperience of playing for Puerto Rico Connect with Carsyn: IG: @carsynmariee LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carsyn-gordon-mba-7b3359158/ Check out some of her highlights  👇 Walk off homerun: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5PA_2ErbHCc ESPN Top 10 play: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1576283099076055 YOU are invited to join us for our ✨ VIRTUAL MENTAL SKILLS CAMP ✨  As a thank you for being a Podcast listener, we EXTENDED our Black Friday offer! Grab 50% HERE: https://www.fearlesswarriorprogram.com/offers/zM9QZLBR?coupon_code=DECEMBER50 More ways to work with Fearless Warrior Learn about our proven Mental Skills Program, The Fearless Warrior Program Book a One on One Session for your Athlete Book a Mental Skills Workshop for your Team or Organization Follow us on Social Media Facebook @fearlesswarriors.org Instagram @fearlesswarrior Instagram @fearless.coach.ab X @CoachAB_ YouTube @fearlesswarriorcoaching

It's Thanksgiving week, and what better way to celebrate than to explore how gratitude and journaling build real mental skills. Coach Sarah and I map out a three-step process to helping your athlete get their thoughts out of their head and onto paper! So that they can get clarity, feel better, and reflect on their mental skills to be successful! Episode Highlights: • Gratitude as a brain-based performance edge • Journaling as the simplest entry to mental skills • How to brain dump, reflect, and find the right mental skills • Learning how to evaluate their performance with less criticism and more  celebration We have created a BRAND NEW and FREE Resource for ATHLETES! The Fearless Warrior Mental Game Plan A Journaling Guide for Athletes to Create a Pre-Game Mental Checklist and Post-Game Evaluation Download HERE: https://www.fearlesswarriorprogram.com/gameplan OR DM us the words GAME PLAN on socials to get the athlete guide! More ways to work with Fearless Warrior Learn about our proven Mental Skills Program, The Fearless Warrior Program Book a One on One Session for your Athlete Book a Mental Skills Workshop for your Team or Organization Follow us on Social Media Facebook @fearlesswarriors.org Instagram @fearlesswarrior Instagram @fearless.coach.ab X @CoachAB_ YouTube @fearlesswarriorcoaching

I had the privilege of sitting down with Jake Thompson, Leadership Performance Coach, Author, and Chief Encouragement Officer at Compete Every Day. We dig into how athletes can turn comparison into fuel, own their role, and compete for the standard in the mirror while becoming better teammates.  Episode Highlights: • Comparison as a tool rather than a threat • Clarifying the game and controlling controllables • Accepting your starting position and role • Gap and gain mindset anchored in gratitude • Process praise over outcome praise for parents Connect with Jake: Website: https://www.jakeathompson.com/ Book: The Line: A Story of Excellence in the Margins IG: @jakethompsonspeaks LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jakethompsonspeaks/ More ways to work with Fearless Warrior Learn about our proven Mental Skills Program, The Fearless Warrior Program Book a One on One Session for your Athlete Book a Mental Skills Workshop for your Team or Organization Follow us on Social Media Facebook @fearlesswarriors.org Instagram @fearlesswarrior Instagram @fearless.coach.ab X @CoachAB_ YouTube @fearlesswarriorcoaching

In this week's episode, I interviewed Dr. Barry Davis, Leadership Coach and Author. We explore how emotional intelligence turns rigid control into real leadership. Dr. Davis shares stories, tools, and mistakes that shaped a steadier, clearer coaching style grounded in trust and accountability. Episode Highlights: • Defining emotional intelligence for coaches • Five pillars for sustainable culture • Self-talk, reset cues, and calm under stress • Discipline through ownership, not punishment • Reflection habits that build postseason readiness Connect with Dr. Barry Davis: Website: https://drbarrydavis.com/ Book: Old Dogs, New Tricks: The Power of Leading with Emotional Intelligence IG: @drbarrydavis42 X: @BarryDavis42 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drbarrydavis42/ More ways to work with Fearless Warrior Learn about our proven Mental Skills Program, The Fearless Warrior Program Book a One on One Session for your Athlete Book a Mental Skills Workshop for your Team or Organization Follow us on Social Media Facebook @fearlesswarriors.org Instagram @fearlesswarrior Instagram @fearless.coach.ab X @CoachAB_ YouTube @fearlesswarriorcoaching

Do you struggle to find the right words as a parent sometimes? Especially after a tough game? This episode is for you! Build your athlete’s mental game with practical tools that turn car rides into connection and confidence. Learn my 3P method: what to say and how to say it. (With a few fewer eye rolls from your teen!) Episode Highlights: • 3 Ps of parent conversation • Shifting postgame timing and tone to reduce heat • Mapping her mental game and naming triggers • External, internal, and physical fears framework • Failure recovery and grounding for pressure moments Download our free Parent Guide HERE: Conversations to Create Confidence Parent Guide  Enroll in our Proven Mental Skills Program, The Fearless Warrior Program Today: fearlesswarriorprogram.com/join-2025 Get your $200 in credit to apply to the program More ways to work with Fearless Warrior Learn about our proven Mental Skills Program, The Fearless Warrior Program Book a One on One Session for your Athlete Book a Mental Skills Workshop for your Team or Organization Follow us on Social Media Facebook @fearlesswarriors.org Instagram @fearlesswarrior Instagram @fearless.coach.ab X @CoachAB_ YouTube @fearlesswarriorcoaching

Today, I sit down with Dr. Larry Widman, Psychiatrist and High-Performance Mindset Coach, to unpack how trust, vulnerability, and role acceptance transform talented rosters into resilient teams. We also draw a clear line between mental health and mental performance. Episode Highlights: • Why trust is the cornerstone under pressure • Mental health versus mental performance explained • What coaches can notice and when to refer • Reducing stigma through athlete stories • Listen more, solve less as a coaching habit Connect with Dr. Widman: Website: https://www.maxoutmindset.com/ IG: @max_out_mindset X: @Doc_elitemind Play for Paige More ways to work with Fearless Warrior Learn about our proven Mental Skills Program, The Fearless Warrior Program Book a One on One Session for your Athlete Book a Mental Skills Workshop for your Team or Organization Follow us on Social Media Facebook @fearlesswarriors.org Instagram @fearlesswarrior Instagram @fearless.coach.ab X @CoachAB_ YouTube @fearlesswarriorcoaching

This week, we share last month's mentorship call with Korbe Otis, a former Florida Gator softball player, pro softball player, and med student. In this interview, Coach Kara and our Warriors unpack mental skills, recruiting clarity, and why betting on yourself is a daily choice. Episode Highlights: • Committing young, transferring, and finding the right fit at Florida • Turning failure into feedback and plans • Recruiting non-negotiables and on-field intangibles that coaches value • Film study, game planning, and post-game journaling • Life lessons from sport and advice to her younger self Connect with Korbe: IG: @korbeotis More ways to work with Fearless Warrior Learn about our proven Mental Skills Program, The Fearless Warrior Program Book a One on One Session for your Athlete Book a Mental Skills Workshop for your Team or Organization Follow us on Social Media Facebook @fearlesswarriors.org Instagram @fearlesswarrior Instagram @fearless.coach.ab X @CoachAB_ YouTube @fearlesswarriorcoaching

On this week's episode, I sat down with our former Community Manager and Mental Performance Consultant, Hana DeGuzman. We go down memory lane on her path from college softball to working with the MLB across the Minnesota Twins organization as a Mental Performance Coach. She shares the practical tools she uses to help athletes reset under pressure in the professional setting. Episode Highlights: • Day-in-the-life on game and non-game days • Pressure, identity, and the realities of pro baseball • The road to learning Spanish • The SERR model • Best advice learned: stay open-minded Connect with Hana: Premier Sport Psychology: https://premiersportpsychology.com/our-team/hana-deguzman/ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/hanadeguzman More ways to work with Fearless Warrior Learn about our proven Mental Skills Program, The Fearless Warrior Program Book a One on One Session for your Athlete Book a Mental Skills Workshop for your Team or Organization Follow us on Social Media Facebook @fearlesswarriors.org Instagram @fearlesswarrior Instagram @fearless.coach.ab X @CoachAB_ YouTube @fearlesswarriorcoaching