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
# 71 - Baseball EQ - Solo by Coach Curtis
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In this conversation, Coach Curtis Pelletier delves into the concept of Emotional Quotient (EQ) in baseball, contrasting it with traditional baseball IQ. He emphasizes the importance of emotional awareness and regulation for athletes, discussing how thought loops and triggers can impact performance. The conversation highlights the role of coaches in fostering emotional awareness and the necessity of commitment to understanding one's emotions for improved performance both on and off the field.
Takeaways
- Baseball EQ is crucial for performance.
- Emotional awareness precedes mental performance tools.
- Thought loops can hinder athletic performance.
- Identifying triggers is essential for emotional regulation.
- Mindfulness and awareness are distinct concepts.
- Stored emotions can lead to performance issues.
- Coaches play a vital role in emotional regulation.
- Preparation helps calm the nervous system.
- Awareness is a skill that can be developed.
- Commitment to emotional awareness translates to life beyond sports.
Titles
- Unlocking Baseball's Hidden Potential: The Power of EQ
- Beyond IQ: The Emotional Side of Baseball
Sound Bites
- "It's not a mindset talk."
- "EQ is awareness."
- "Awareness creates safety."
Chapters
00:00
Introduction to Baseball EQ
02:16
Understanding Emotional Quotient (EQ) vs. Intelligence Quotient (IQ)
04:50
The Importance of Awareness in Performance
06:39
The Impact of Thought Loops on Performance
09:05
The Role of Coaches in Developing EQ
11:14
Identifying Triggers and Feelings
13:26
Mindfulness vs. Awareness
15:44
Nervous System Leadership in Coaching
17:57
The Connection Between Sleep and Performance
20:09
Practical Applications of EQ in Baseball
22:36
Conclusion and Call to Action