The Brennan Page

07 - Sean O'Neill

Kyle Brennan & Dwayne Page Season 1 Episode 7

Sean O’Neill is the owner of One Mental Performance, consulting elite professional and college athletes across sports. A high school science teacher and leader in critical thinking, Sean blends education, mental skills, and high-level coaching. He’s also a competitive endurance athlete, having completed multiple marathons and raced professionally in cycling. You can find Sean on IG at Sean.Oneill.94064


00:00 Introduction and Technical Setup
03:00 The Concept Behind 'The Brennan Page' Podcast
09:03 The Journey into Baseball and Coaching
15:06 Teaching the Right Way to Play
21:02 The Role of Chaos in Learning
27:06 Asking the Right Questions
38:44 Technical Difficulties and Communication Challenges
40:17 Creating a Comfortable Environment for Questions
45:48 The Importance of Focused Energy in Practice
54:09 Understanding Individual Routines and Mental Preparation
01:02:21 Identifying Productive Environments for Performance
01:10:05 The Role of Coaches in Mental Performance
01:18:09 Navigating Mental Performance in Sports
01:23:13 Building Trust Between Coaches and Mental Performance Experts
01:32:00 Navigating Technology and Communication Challenges
01:36:22 Gradual Transformation and Mindset Shifts
01:48:49 Understanding Control in Competition
01:59:37 Life Lessons from Sports and Transitioning Out
02:09:01 The Importance of Authenticity in Coaching
02:22:50 The Impact of Coaching Styles
02:30:15 Research-Driven Mental Performance Strategies
02:35:36 Blueprints for Success in Sports
02:43:34 Navigating the Transfer Portal in College Sports
02:50:59 The Importance of Focus and Intent in Sports
02:57:08 Podcast Outro.MP4