The Mindset U Playbook
The Mindset U Playbook isn’t just about baseball; it’s about building a complete athlete and a complete person. Every episode dives into the habits, mental tools, and daily decisions that separate good players from great ones, and great players from great human beings.
Here, we explore the things that rarely make the highlight reel: discipline, mindset, leadership, recovery, focus, confidence, and the character it takes to thrive when the game ends and real life begins.
You’ll hear stories from athletes, coaches, and high performers who’ve learned that success isn’t built on talent alone; it’s built in the quiet hours, in the routines nobody sees, and in the way you handle the challenges life throws your way.
Whether you’re a youth athlete, a parent, a coach, or simply someone chasing your next level, The MindsetU Playbook gives you the game plan to win on the field and in life.
Because what happens off the field shapes everything on it.
The Mindset U Playbook
# 11 - Solo Episode - Raising Competitors
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Keywords
youth sports, parenting, athlete development, mental toughness, sports psychology, generational patterns, competitor mindset, parental influence, sports coaching, youth baseball
Summary
In this conversation, Curtis Pelletier discusses the critical role of parents in the development of young athletes, particularly in youth sports like baseball. He emphasizes that the biggest challenges often stem from parental behavior rather than the children's abilities or attitudes. The discussion highlights the need for a mindset shift among parents to foster a supportive environment that encourages resilience and mental toughness in their children. Pelletier introduces his program, 'Raising Competitors,' aimed at helping parents understand their influence and improve their approach to supporting their kids in sports and life.
Takeaways
- The biggest challenge in youth sports is often the parents, not the kids.
- Managing parental behavior takes time away from coaching and player development.
- Parents need to shift their mindset to support their child's growth effectively.
- Generational patterns in parenting can negatively impact children's development.
- Busy parents can still have a significant influence on their child's sports experience.
- Raising competitors involves teaching life skills, not just sports skills.
- It's essential to differentiate between real growth and marketing tactics in sports programs.
- Parental presence and energy shape how children perceive competition and failure.
- Parents must model resilience and accountability for their children.
- The course aims to help parents become better supporters and role models for their kids.