EQ-OS: The Mindset U Playbook
The Mindset U Playbook is powered by EQ-OS: The Baseball Operating System.
Baseball is the entry point.
The real conversation is about the operating system behind performance.
Pressure. Failure. Standards. Emotional control. Discipline. Recovery. Decision-making. Identity. Behaviour.
Every episode breaks down why talent does or does not transfer when the game gets loud.
Because talent is not enough.
Talent has to survive pressure.
It has to show up after failure.
It has to hold when emotion, expectation, comparison, fatigue, and consequence arrive.
That is EQ-OS.
This podcast takes the ideas from EQ-OS: The Baseball Operating System and brings them into real conversations with athletes, parents, coaches, doctors, leaders, and high performers who understand what pressure actually costs.
No fake toughness.
No motivational wallpaper.
No theory trying to sound smarter than it is.
Just honest conversations about the systems that shape performance, development, and behaviour.
Hosted by Curtis Pelletier, author of EQ-OS, creator of TransferEQ, and founder of Mindset U, The Mindset U Playbook is built for athletes, parents, coaches, and anyone who wants to understand the gap between what people know and what they actually do.
Because what happens off the field is not separate. It is the operating system.
And eventually, the game exposes it.
EQ-OS: The Mindset U Playbook
# 67 - Shane Hawk - NY Mets LHP / OSU Cowboys / Choctaw HS
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In this conversation, Curtis Pelletier and Shane Hawk discuss the journey of a baseball coach, from minor league experiences to high school coaching. They explore the importance of mindset, the role of technology in training, and the challenges of youth sports recruitment. Shane shares insights on building a strong team culture, the significance of mental resilience, and the impact of parenting on young athletes. The discussion emphasizes the need for a balanced approach to training, development, and the overall experience of playing sports.
Takeaways
- Mindset is crucial for success in sports.
- Success is built on consistent, small actions.
- Trusting the process is essential for development.
- Enjoy the present moment in your athletic journey.
- Failure is a part of the game; learn to handle it.
- Building a strong team culture is vital.
- Technology can enhance training and development.
- Parenting plays a significant role in an athlete's journey.
- Recruitment is evolving; focus on playing time.
- Mental resilience is key to overcoming challenges.
Titles
- From Player to Coach: A Journey in Baseball
- Mindset Matters: The Key to Athletic Success
Sound Bites
- "It's all about the mindset."
- "Success lives in the mundane."
- "You have to trust your process."
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Background
02:52
Minor League Experience and Challenges
05:33
Transition to Coaching and Education
08:37
The Evolution of Training and Mindset
11:27
Parenting and Raising Young Athletes
14:17
The Importance of Mental Toughness
17:17
Future Aspirations and Family Dynamics
24:39
The Importance of Daily Discipline
27:05
Insights from Winter Meetings
28:23
Learning from Experience and Mentorship
33:12
The Pursuit of Velocity in Pitching
39:14
Mental Preparation and Mindset in Baseball
46:26
Navigating Recruitment and Player Development