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
Jeff Parker
In this engaging conversation, Curtis Pelletier and Jeff Parker discuss the journey of mental health counseling, the importance of community and support, and the challenges of addiction recovery. Jeff shares his personal experiences and insights into working with youth, the role of sports in mental health, and the impact of social media on young people. They emphasize the need for parental involvement and the significance of self-talk and resilience in overcoming life's challenges.
Titles
- Navigating Mental Health: A Conversation with Jeff Parker
- From Sports to Counseling: Jeff Parker's Journey
Sound Bites
- "It's hard to face yourself."
- "Play is the work of children."
- "Just let them be a kid, man."
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Background
02:50
Journey into Counseling and Mental Health
05:41
Working with Youth and Behavioral Health
08:41
The Role of Parents in Youth Development
11:11
Sports Psychology and Mental Health
14:08
Personal Journey of Sobriety and Recovery
20:09
The Journey to Sobriety
23:02
Understanding Addiction and Its Impact
25:19
The Role of Social Media in Modern Life
28:37
Reflections on Baseball and Life Lessons
31:18
Encouraging Youth Participation in Sports