The Mindset U Playbook
The Mindset U Playbook isn’t about baseball.
Baseball is just the entry point.
This is about building a person who can actually carry pressure, handle reality, and perform when it matters. On the field, in business, and in life.
Every episode breaks down what most people avoid.
Discipline. Standards. Emotional control. Decision-making under pressure.
Not the highlight reel. The stuff that determines who you become when nobody’s watching.
We get into the real gap.
The one between what you know and what you actually do.
Because talent isn’t the separator. Behaviour is.
And you won’t just hear it from me.
We bring in athletes, coaches, doctors, and high performers who are in it, not talking about it.
People doing real work, dealing with real pressure, making real decisions.
No theory for the sake of sounding smart.
Just lived experience, hard lessons, and what actually holds up when things get difficult.
This is for athletes, parents, coaches, and anyone who knows they’re capable of more but keeps hitting the same ceiling.
No hype. No shortcuts.
Just a system for showing up properly, consistently, across every area of your life.
Because what you do off the field isn’t separate.
It’s the whole game.
The Mindset U Playbook
# 2 - The Ego – Friend or Fucking Foe?
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In this episode, Coach Curtis Pelletier delves into the concept of ego, exploring its role in sports and life. He discusses how unchecked ego can lead to destructive behaviors, including anger and addiction. The conversation emphasizes the importance of self-reflection and looking inward to understand the roots of ego, ultimately advocating for a healthier relationship with it through techniques like NLP.
Takeaways
- Ego can be a powerful motivator but can also lead to destructive behavior.
- In sports, ego is often necessary for survival, but in life, it can be misleading.
- Anger often accompanies ego, creating a cycle of aggression and isolation.
- Addiction can be fueled by ego, leading to denial and self-destruction.
- Self-reflection is crucial for understanding and managing ego.
- Ego thrives on external validation, which can lead to superficial relationships.
- Looking inward can reveal the true motivations behind ego-driven actions.
- Reframing negative thoughts can help in managing ego effectively.
- Real strength lies in knowing when to let go of ego-driven impulses.
- Techniques like NLP can help rewrite the narratives that fuel ego.