The Mindscape Report with Dr. Wilsa: Where Sports & Psychiatry Meet

Mind Right, Body Tight: How Dr. William Hill Transforms Athletic Recovery

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2503825/open_sms] In this episode of The Mindscape Report with Dr. Wilsa, Dr. William Hill, orthopedic surgeon, former UVA football captain, and founder of Athlete Forever, joins us to explore the deep intersection of sports, medicine, and mental wellness. Mental health concerns remain a pressing issue in athletics. According to the NCAA’s 2022–23 Health and Wellness Study, 44% of female student-athletes and 17% of male student-athletes report feeling constantly overwhelmed, while 35% of women and 16% of men report being mentally exhausted. Beyond college, the national picture is equally concerning: the CDC’s Youth Risk Behavior Survey shows that nearly 40% of U.S. high school students report persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness, and over 20% have seriously considered suicide in the past year. Against this backdrop, Dr. Hill discusses his then upcoming Youth Sports Awards event (which has since taken place successfully, featuring his "Being a Champion for Life" panel with the Rose Bowl Institute). From the locker rooms of Division I football to the operating rooms of USC, Dr. Hill shares how his lived experience as a Black collegiate athlete shaped his holistic approach to sports medicine. He breaks down the often-overlooked mental toll of athletic injury, the systemic disparities in access to mental health resources for athletes in underserved communities, and how true healing must extend beyond surgery. With a powerful call for interdisciplinary collaboration and long-term investment in athletes' lives beyond the field, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone who works with or advocates for high-performance individuals navigating identity, injury recovery, and transition.

The Belief You Can Be Greater: Lessons from 5-Time Olympian Jackie Edwards

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2503825/open_sms] What does it take to sustain two decades at the top of your game—and know when to evolve? In this episode of The Mindscape Report, Dr. Wilsa sits down with Jackie Edwards: five-time Olympian, NCAA champion, Stanford Hall of Famer, and a pioneer in mental resilience for athletes. From her early days training in the Bahamas to breaking records at Stanford and competing on the world stage, Jackie shares the honest, unfiltered truth about performance pressure, culture, and reinvention. She discusses how she shifted from chasing medals to mastering mindset, the quiet challenges of identity loss after sport, and why mental health support must be culturally aware—especially for international student-athletes. Whether you’re a healthcare professional, coach, or simply someone navigating personal growth, this conversation unpacks what it really means to pursue excellence without losing yourself. Jackie’s wisdom goes beyond the track and offers rare insight into trusting your path, redefining success, and showing up—again and again. Dr. Wilsa Charles Malveaux is the Sports Psychiatry Section Editor at Psychiatric Times and a regular contributor on a range of topics. Read her work at: psychiatrictimes.com/authors/wilsa-m-s-charles-malveaux-md-ma-fapa [https://www.psychiatrictimes.com/authors/wilsa-m-s-charles-malveaux-md-ma-fapa]

From Gold Medals to Golden Wisdom — Robert Weir on Reinventing Excellence

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2503825/open_sms] What happens when a world-class athlete reaches the top—and then decides it’s time for a new mountain to climb? Robert’s resume reads like a highlight reel of global sporting excellence: three-time Olympian, multiple-time Commonwealth Games medalist (including two golds), twelve-time British national champion, NCAA champion at SMU, and a veteran of six World Championships.  He’s even competed in the World’s Strongest Man competition and played professional football in the Canadian Football League. But beyond the medals and records, Robert brings unmatched wisdom on what it takes to sustain excellence through every chapter of life. Together, they dive into the uncomfortable truth most high-performers ignore: what do you do when the podium is behind you? Robert shares battle-tested insights on identity loss, reinvention, and the power of planning before the applause fades. 🔹 Why elite athletes struggle with transitions—and how to prepare before the decline 🔹 How to spot (and build) a support system that protects your long-term mental well-being 🔹 A powerful reframe that turns “backup plans” into new legacies 🔹 What it really takes to sustain excellence—on the field, in business, and in life Whether you're an athlete eyeing life beyond the game or a high-performer navigating your next chapter, this episode is your invitation to rethink success—and how to keep winning, even after the uniform comes off. Subscribe to The Mindscape Report—because performance is only part of the story. For more insights from Dr. Wilsa Charles Malveaux, visit Psychiatric Times: psychiatrictimes.com/authors/wilsa-m-s-charles-malveaux-md-ma-fapa [https://www.psychiatrictimes.com/authors/wilsa-m-s-charles-malveaux-md-ma-fapa]