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#149 - Mental Secrets from an NBA Sports Psychologist

March 03, 2026 • Mental Training Plan • Episode 149

0:00 | 31:08

What separates great athletes from everyone else?

It’s not talent.
It’s how they handle pressure.

In this episode, Dr. Tom Mitchell (former NBA sports psychologist for the Golden State Warriors) breaks down:

• The truth about nerves and performance
• How elite athletes reset after mistakes
• Why comparison destroys confidence
• The mindset tools used at the highest level

If you want to perform at your best when it matters most… this episode is for you.

⏱️ Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
13:00 Visualization Story
18:45 Super Bowl Story
23:00 Joe Montana on Fear

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