Let's Talk PMA for Athletes, Parents, and Coaches: Recent Episodes
Let's Talk PMA For Athletes, Parents, and Coaches
Welcome to our channel! Here we will give athletes, parents, and coaches the tools to grow athletes mentally.
We are here to help you see your thoughts, control your feelings, and what that means for your overall outcome. Being in control of your thoughts means being in control of your game. There are hard times and that’s ok, we have to have hard times to learn from, the key is to recognize what's happening at that moment, get help and move on.
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TruElite Basketball Academy is taking off! Their first season was a success, where their coaches, athletes, and parents learned so much, and so did Let's Talk PMA!
Listen in to hear all about the successes, struggles, and tips from Coach Allie.
Welcome back!We're getting ready for our FREE coaches workshop and we're ready for you! Come with us as we get you excited and start the thought process to become the best coaches you can be!We're excited to make an impact and help YOU learn how to understand your athletes better.FREE Coaches Workshop:October 20th, 3 PM via ZoomSign up Here:www.letstalkpma.com/programs
Welcome Back!This week we were so lucky to speak with Megan Oesting, an elite swim coach and parent. She has had some amazing experiences as a coach and parent and shared with us her incredible words.As parents, it can be hard to know when to be present with your athlete's sports and when to step back. Megan talks with us about the importance of being present and understanding your boundaries of when to step in and when to let your child work through it.Helping through this search for boundaries keep an open communication and learn how certain situations make your athlete feel and the thoughts they had while encountering them.Check out our coaches' week this week on our social media!@letstalkpmawww.letstalkpma.com
Welcome back!This week we bring back our very special guest, professional golfer and coach, Quinton Parnell.Quinton dives into how important it is to accept and embrace your own path. It will never be the same as anyone else, and he works hard to teach all of his athletes the same.Give yourself the patience and acceptance to do what works for you!What makes your path different? Get your workbook today!www.letstalkpma.com
Welcome back!Today we embark on a profound journey into the heart and mind to explore the intricate dance between processing our feelings and cultivating self-awareness. Join us as we navigate the depths of human emotions and discover how they hold the key to unlocking our true selves.We dive into the importance of recognizing and embracing our emotions as essential messengers from within. Drawing from the wisdom of experts and personal experiences, we uncover practical strategies and insights to help you develop a more profound connection with yourself.Throughout the episode, you'll gain valuable tips on:- Identifying and understanding your emotions.- The role of self-awareness in personal growth.- Techniques to process and manage difficult feelings.- The transformative power of self-reflection.- How self-awareness can enhance your relationships and life satisfaction.Prepare to embark on an enlightening journey that will empower you to navigate life's challenges with grace and authenticity. Tune in and discover the tools and wisdom you need to harness the power of your emotions for self-awareness and personal growth.
Welcome Back!What gives you that gold mindset?Champions will see to it that they will win, but even winners lose. It's all about what you do after losing that makes all the difference.The Champion's MindsetBy Jim AfremowGet your workbook today!www.letstalkpma.com
How do you stay consistent? Consistency is one of the most important keys to success that any athlete or person can have! Goals take time, habits take time, and don't get discouraged or let go just because of one setback. Continue to push forward and remember why you are doing it! Get your workbook today and help us raise money for Maui and Washington state wildfire relief funds. www.letstalkpma.com
10% of all purchased workbooks and journals will be donated to wildfire relief in Washington State and Maui.Welcome back!We have been learning that there are a million ways to be committed to yourself and your goals. Sometimes it's the little things you do, that don't seem like they are forms of commitment but they are! To be able to stay committed you must know what you are committing yourself to, why, and how you will do it. As well as, making sure you're doing it for the right reasons, which is to benefit YOU! It is extremely hard to be committed to your something if you are doing it for someone else instead of yourself. Remind yourself why you are committed to that goal and don't let anything stop you!Get your workbook today!www.letstalkpma.com
Life takes you in a different direction, sometimes it's not anything you would expect.We are so excited to finally be back recording! Thank you all, for your support, we know that we are making an impact and we don't want to leave you behind.With our Refresh and Reset, we are excited to come back bigger and better than ever! Tons of new things coming your way.Check out our website to stay involved, sign up for our weekly newsletter, and all our new information about Coaches' Workshops!www.letstalkpma.com
Welcome back!To be an elite athlete there is time dedication that you have to understand as an athlete and a parent. Between workouts, skill development, individual training, practice, and games there's a lot of time! But, it's all to ensure the best for the athlete. Let them enjoy being passionate about what they are doing and put in as many hours as they want to! As long as it's safe and enjoyable for the athlete!Creating habits takes a great about of time. That's the only way you will become great!Learn more:www.letstalkpma.com
Welcome back!Not everything in life is going to be easy, and some things take time for them to become easier for you. But, if you truly want to achieve your goals you must understand that nothing will ever be easy. It can become easier over time.Get comfortable with being uncomfortable! This is something that you will have to keep with you for the rest of your life! Don't let the fear of failure, the mental "I don't want to" stop you from doing what is going to benefit you for the better.Learn more on our website!www.letstalkpma.com
Happy 4th of July everyone!
This week we're covering the importance of coaches knowing their boundaries. A friendship with your players is something you should gain to ensure trust, but there are absolutely boundaries to it. Especially, when it comes to working on the mentality of the game and the physicality of the game.
We hope everyone has a fun and safe 4th!
Welcome back!As an athlete, you're confidence and self-respect are always being challenged. It can be extremely hard to keep your self-respect up and have good sportsmanship when everyone else is against you. But, to be an elite athlete you have to remember that sports are healthy competition, not a battle to the last one standing. Don't let anyone disrespect you, your teammates, or the sport you love. Defend yourself and your team but remember that the game is all supposed to be healthy competition!Come learn more through our workbook!www.letstalkpma.com
Welcome back!A coach's role in their athlete's mental state has to be present! You see your athletes in a way that most people don't get to see them. You get to push them to their limits and be their support system. But, it's not all about the physical state, mentality is just as important.Take time to sit with your athletes, hear what they are going through, how they react to specific situations, and help them overcome the negativity and reach their goals!Coaches- it all starts with you.Start learning more about how you can improve as a coach with us today!www.letstalkpma.com
Welcome back!Today we have special guest Riley, a CBC golfer, joining us! Riley has gone through our program with his golf team and has seen amazing results.Riley struggles with confidence in his game and still does but is open-minded to learning and continuing to work on his game mentally and physically!We're super proud and happy to be able to continue working with him and break down individually what he can still continue to work on.Riley is relatable to a lot of athletes, take time to listen to what he is struggling with and the solutions we provide him with! Results are not linear.Always remember that your confidence in yourself needs to reflect the same in your game if you want to be successful!Learn how to up your game today!www.letstalkpma.com
Welcome back!This past weekend pushed Let's Talk PMA so far!We were lucky enough to meet some amazing players, trainers, and coaches and see how mental toughness affects them!We are very thankful to have been able to see and talk with some great people, only more to come!Check out these amazing guys!Marcus @deucem2Dante @_tay.noblesMike @michael_boydtwpJordan @idothisbetterAnt @antthesoul@dimercompanyCheck out more of whats to come on our website:www.letstalkpma.com
Welcome back!When you learn to be coachable it can be overwhelming. Learning how to continue to ask questions, stand up for yourself, and stay open minded can easily take you from positive to overwhelmed. If you want to be coachable, you need to stick up for yourself always. Open yourself up to doing the hard things, learn, ask questions, and ask for help. No one is perfect. Don’t strive for perfection, strive for continuous growth.Learn more on our website.www.letstalkpma.com
Welcome Back!Today we have the most special guest Paisley! Watch us work through what C.T.F.A.R. means. C-CircumstanceT- ThoughtF- FeelingsA- ActionR- ResultWhen you are able to change your thought and feeling it can completely change your result! Paisley, 6 y.o., takes a sad time and learns how to be excited for what is to come!Do you work with your young ones on what their thoughts create?Learn how to with our workbook!Get one today: www.letstalkpma.com
Welcome Back! Why do you dedicate yourself, your effort, and your time to your sport? Is it for yourself? Or, is it because of someone else? In everything you do you need to know your why. Why do I put so much effort into something, is it because I want to make a change, maybe I'm extremely passionate about it. Whatever it is, take time to identify it. This will help you to be able to stay in a clear mind to reach your goals, you'll never have to wonder why. We're here to make a difference, to provide experiences that we couldn't have. What's your why? Learn more about how to identify your why here: www.letstalkpma.com
Welcome back! Today, we explore how athletes can overcome their self-doubt and insecurities to build a strong sense of self-belief and mental toughness. Common sources of self-doubt for athletes are fear of failure, comparison to others, and negative self-talk. It's important to find ways to create positive self-talk that make you feel good. What strategies can athletes use to challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs? Tune in to learn how to transform self-doubt into self-belief and achieve your full potential as an athlete! Check out our website to get your workbook today! www.letstalkpma.com
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Who do you want to be? What are you willing to do to get there?
These are the questions we've asked ourselves and continue to ask ourselves. How can we become great athletes or even people mentally without constantly asking ourselves how can we be better?
Our workbook has been proven time and time again to create the strength and understanding that you need to improve your mentality. So, what are you going to do next?
Head to our website and get yours today! www.letstalkpma.com
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This week we brought in Glynis, Transformation Coach, to show us how she works with athletes and parents to create the best routine for each individual.
Routines are the backbone of our lives! Create a strong routine now and it will follow you throughout the rest of your life. We all need a routine to optimize our usage of time from day to day, this can help you get so much done, feel good, and stay locked in for anything that comes your way!
Come check out our LIVES every Wednesday! (Instagram exclusive @letstalkpma)Check out our website for more info!
www.letstalkpma.com
What routine steps do you use every day?
Welcome back!Join us in sharing how our energy surrounds us and IS US!Your energy matters and can affect those around you. Learn more on how to put your energy, attitude, and body language in check so you can become elite!Check out our website to get your workbook today!www.letstalkpma.com
Welcome back! This week's episode is different than anything we've ever done. But, of course, necessary. We hope you find light, hope, and love in this video. You are not alone, please feel free to reach out to us if you need help! Signs of Suicidal Thoughts: Wanting to die Great guilt or shame Being a burden to others Empty, hopeless, trapped, or having no reason to live Extremely sad, more anxious, agitated, or full of rage Unbearable emotional or physical pain Making a plan or researching ways to die Withdrawing from friends, saying goodbye, giving away important items, or making a will Taking dangerous risks such as driving extremely fast Displaying extreme mood swings Eating or sleeping more or less Using drugs or alcohol more often These symptoms do not apply to everyone, please be sure to reach out to family or friends you may be worried about. Ask the hard questions to save a life. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Open 24 hours Call 988 https://988lifeline.org Attribution: Today Show. “Parents of Student Athletes Who Died by Suicide Speak Out.” YouTube, YouTube, 31 May 2022, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AiKGOeTmMxg. To learn more go to: www.letstalkpma.com
Welcome back!This week's episode is a little different than usual, as it is only available in audio form on our podcast sites!Self-doubt is something that most everyone goes through, but it doesn't have to take over your mind. Take time to discover your true reasons for doing what you love, and recognize triggers that make you feel less than who you are. You are worth it, you are the only one who truly has to belive that because at the end of the day, you only have yourself!Use these steps to help you deal with self-doubt:1. Recognize that what I’m feeling is caused by my thoughts. 2. Take time to work through what’s causing the thought and why. 3. Is the thought because of something someone has said or what I am saying to myself? 4. How can I change my thoughts and actions to get a better feeling? 5. Talk it out with someone I trust to help work through my thoughts.
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Welcome back! Our guest this week Jeff Bender has seen it all! He talks with us about how important it is that athletes, coaches, and parents all work together to create elite athletes. Communication with an understanding that it's all for the athlete will create harmony between them all! How do you communicate with your athlete, parent, or coach? Don't forget to get your workbook, if you want to create a stronger mental toughness to become an elite athlete! Get yours here: www.letstalkpma.com
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Loads of progress has been made in the Let's Talk PMA world!
We've been working on implementing our lessons into our day-to-day lives and work!
We've seen and heard only amazing things, but were not done yet!
Let us know what you struggle with mentally, we would love to talk through it with you!
Bullying is everywhere, but it doesn't need to be.
Bullying usually happens because someone is jealous/envious of you. Don't let them take over! Your self-confidence will beat the bullies every time!
Check out our resources:
verywellfamily.com
STOPBullying.com
Creating a positive mindset is like going to therapy, you can't do it alone.
When it comes to your thoughts, you need help to process them and truly work through them to come out stronger in the end.
Don't be afraid to ask for help when working through those thoughts. That's what we're here for, and we want to hear from you!
Please leave us your experiences, questions, or anything you need help with in the comments, or dm us!
We all experience injuries. It's NEVER at the right time, but we can all get through them!
Keeping your goals in mind and letting yourself feel your emotions will help your recovery drastically. Don't let anything stop you from continuing to work through recovery but it's okay to feel your emotions.
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Sometimes things get in the way of our goals. We get tired and give up in the moment. Take time to think about the end goal instead of all the little goals you have to take to reach it. This can help you keep in mind why you are working so hard!
If you need help seeing your goals check out our website for tips, tricks, and our workbook which will help you become that elite athlete you want to be!
www.letstalkpma.com
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Being a fixer comes with its challenges, it's up to us to be able to recognize when we can step in to fix a situation and when we need to just stop and listen.
Parents & Coaches, remember that sometimes athletes need to vent and be heard, without the lecture or speech back. Tell them you hear them and support them through and through.
Take time to recognize what you need to listen to and what you can fix. Not everyone wants or needs to be fixed.
What experiences have you had with trying to be "fixed"?
Workbook:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BSJN9Z6K
Journal:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BSJPSDBG
They will be available on our website soon, keep an eye out!
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Self-sabotage can be the wall that stops so many athletes from reaching their full potential. Don't let it stop you!
Have self-confidence. and determination to push yourself not to let anything get in the way of your goals. Because it all comes down to you when reaching your goals, you are the only person genuinely stopping you!
Grab one of our workbooks today to help you work through those negative thoughts and build confidence!
Workbook:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BSJN9Z6K
Journal:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BSJPSDBG
They will be available on our website soon, keep an eye out!
WE'RE LIVE! Today we’re going over why it’s soooo important to teach mental toughness early!
Don’t forget to like and share with your friends!
How do you teach Mental Toughness at an early age?
Happy 2023!
New year means new goals! So many of us create new goals but don't stick with them for the entire year, today we're going to help you create goals that you can maintain and feel confident about!
Check out Notre Dame Head Coach Mike Brey on Parents when recruiting: https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cj3Wwpajpnw/?igshid=MWI4MTIyMDE=
What is your word of the year?
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With the year coming to an end, take time to evaluate your mental and physical state. Now is the perfect time to give yourself a break and make sure you are still enjoying your sport! If you aren't having fun in your sport then you are doing it wrong!
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The holiday season can be stressful and overwhelming. We can forget about our goals and backtrack all the progress we have made.
Take time this holiday season to put your mental toughness to the test and stay true to yourself! We're sharing our favorite ways to keep ourselves going through the exciting and overwhelming holiday season.
We hope you all have a Happy Holiday or enjoy your winter break!
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A parent or guardian's job supporting their athlete is challenging. We must remember that you are a part of the team too! Make sure you know your boundaries and trust your coaches to do the right thing for your athlete!
Check out our Instagram for more info on our giveaway!
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This week we are taking time to share with you the real and the raw. Mental toughness isn't something that happens overnight. It requires hard work and dedication, and it's not always easy.
Come with us this week to see how we handle good and bad days. Check out our social media for more!
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We all experience fatigue and exertion, but will you let it make you give up? Or will you push and power through until the end?
Our special guest Alla has experienced extreme exhaustion and explains to us how she continues to push through to meet her goals.
Remember it all starts with you!
Happy Thanksgiving!
This week is the perfect time to share your gratitude! We all rely on each other and sometimes we need to take the time to tell each other we are thankful for all they do!
Athletes- Thank your parents for providing for you, and coaches for helping you grow!
Coaches- You wouldn't be here without athletes and the parents, make sure your team knows you are grateful for them.
Parents- Coaches do everything they can to make your kid the best, and you wouldn't be there without your athlete, show some gratitude!!
We all support each other the same. Show gratitude for what you have because it may not always be there.
How do you like to show your gratitude?
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Today our special guest Sage is here to talk with us about outside influences, through her own experiences.
Outside influences come in many different ways and can affect you in different ways. Take time to find your positive influences and utilize them to help you mentally and physically.
Who is your positive influence?
Our emotions and thoughts drive our actions. It's time to take control and learn to:
Recognize,
Control,
& Affirm and Assure
to be able to truly move our mindset in the right direction. Learn to be positive, and turn away from those negative thoughts and emotions.
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This spooky episode covers mistakes. Everyone makes them even Twitchy Witchy.
Mistakes do not define us, and mistakes happen to everyone.
What's a new word we can use instead of mistake? Let us know in the comments below!
Happy Halloween!
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Today we cover coachability, which is so important for all of us. It can help us improve in sports and in our day-to-day lives.
It can be hard to learn but if we all set our minds to it we will always reach our goals.
What are some ways you like to practice coachability?
What are your trigger words?
How can you continue to improve yourself?
See you next week!
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Today we have a very special guest to share his experiences as a coach and as a professional athlete with us! It’s important to be able to check your mindset every time you play. If you aren’t in the right mindset you won’t play at your best!
Here are some questions you can use to self-check:
What are you thinking about yourself right now?
What are you thinking about how you’re playing your game right now?
How are you feeling about yourself right now?
What were your thoughts before your shot?
Did you believe it in your heart?
Come up with other questions that help you get your mind in the right place. Take time to self-check yourself so you can continue performing at your best.
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Today we cover the last C of Mental Toughness, Challenge!
Challenges will always arise in our lives, but we get to choose to either face them head-on or run from them. Don't let them stop you from reaching your goals! Remember, challenges are opportunities, not threats.
We challenge you to find your accountability partner. Who is going to keep you going?
We're almost through our 4 C's section! With only one more to go, today we tackle commitment.
When it comes to commitment make sure you understand your why. There has to be a reason for everything you do. Set those goals and reach for the stars!
Why do you commit?
It’s a great day to grow our mental toughness and today we are tackling confidence! Confidence is something everyone struggles with from time to time but we can all achieve so much more if we only believed in ourselves.
It’s time to take charge and show ourselves some love! Practicing affirmations is a great way to practice self-belief.
What makes you doubt your abilities?
Welcome back! We’re learning with you! No one is perfect, or ever will be. Everything takes time and practice. Having an understanding of our emotions, along with being able to control how we react to them is a working practice but it’s achievable. How do you control your emotions and thoughts? See you next week for Confidence!
In this episode we talk about PMA, and what it means. What do you struggle with Positive Mental Attitude (PMA)?
We will be posting our videos on Tuesdays!
Welcome to our channel! New episodes will be posted every Tuesday. Join us to learn more about mental toughness and PMA for athletes, parents, and coaches. Please leave any questions, comments, experiences, or topics you would like to learn more about or discuss! We are so glad to have you a part of our community!