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
# 71 - Baseball EQ - Solo by Coach Curtis
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