Proving the Traitor Wrong | Open Hands | Staying in the Fight

Proving the Traitor Wrong | Open Hands | Staying in the Fight

Everyone struggles with self-doubt, everyone has a Traitor. I believe that the loudest voice of self-doubt isn't from the outside, but actually from within. In this episode we talk about confidence and proving the traitor wrong, so that we are free to play with open hands. We also pull concepts from David Goggins' book "Can't Hurt Me" talking about the mindset switch to stay in the fight.

Get Out of Your Own Way | Confidence & Humility | Responding Courageously to Failure

In this episode of the MM podcast, Dylan reflects on his most recent games and shares what he learned. This weekend, he was forced to practice what he preaches: acknowledging his shortcomings, choosing gratitude, respecting & trusting his process, and getting out of his own way to be able to get back to the moment and perform.

How Identity Shapes Outcomes | Self Support vs Self Sabotage | Take Care of Your Kid

In this episode of Mindset Matters, we dive into a simple truth with massive consequences: what you speak is what you believe, and what you believe is how you live. Your words shape your beliefs. Your beliefs shape your identity. And your identity shapes your results. Today, we break down the psychology behind self-talk, the science of selective attention, and the practical path to identity-based change on and off the field. Who are you choosing to become today?

Building Momentum | Joy > Job

Momentum isn’t built through big wins or breakthroughs. Often, it’s formed quietly; in how we approach our work, how we define purpose, and how we choose joy along the way. In this episode, we explore the relationship between joy, job, and identity, and how these concepts contribute to building momentum. Being a slave to the result, the process can leave us feeling stuck or burned out. Rather than chasing outcomes, the focus shifts to the process: showing up, stacking consistency, and allowing identity to be shaped by who you are becoming, not just what you produce.

Overcoming Performance Anxiety | Taking Responsibility of your Process

In this episode, we tackle performance anxiety by taking responsibility for the one thing you control: your process. Confidence isn’t something you turn on in the moment—it’s built through reps. Physical reps. Mental reps. Practicing consciously so you can play unconsciously. We talk journaling, identity, preparation, and why facing anxiety before the game is the key to performing free during it. This episode is about habits, systems, goals, and learning how to get out of your own way so you can play calm, present, and creative when it matters most.