Pickleball Therapy

Special Episode - Refinding the Joy in Pickleball with PickleballNikki

In this special episode of Pickleball Therapy, I sit down with Nikki Maldonado of Pickleball Nikki to explore a powerful mindset challenge: how players can rediscover joy as competition and expectations increase. Nikki shares how pickleball helped her reconnect with herself during a difficult time and explains the inspiration behind the Pickleball Joy Pledge—a commitment to keep the game uplifting, supportive, and fun. Show Notes: https://betterpickleball.com/special-episode-refinding-the-joy-in-pickleball-with-pickleballnikki [https://betterpickleball.com/special-episode-refinding-the-joy-in-pickleball-with-pickleballnikki]

Ep. 286 - Mixed Troubles Playing with Your Significant Other

In this episode of Pickleball Therapy, we explore the unique challenges of playing mixed doubles with your spouse or life partner. From creating a communication plan to embracing the reality of missed shots, learn practical strategies to strengthen your on-court partnership by turning “mixed troubles” into growth. Show Notes:  https://betterpickleball.com/286-mixed-troubles-playing-with-your-significant-other

Ep. 285 - How's Your Sister Doing?

Everyday comments and assumptions can impact confidence and belonging on the court. In this episode, we reflect on locker room banter, self-awareness, and community responsibility. The episode also includes a coaching reflection on handling conflict and a listener's question about the third-shot drop. Show Notes: https://betterpickleball.com/285-hows-your-sister-doing/ [https://betterpickleball.com/?p=26898&preview=true]

Ep. 284 - My Hope for You

There's something meaningful —something worthy of care, attention, and long-term commitment about pickleball. My personal hopes for you as a pickleball player—on the court and beyond is that you're building a lifelong relationship with the sport. Because pickleball can strengthen your body, sharpen your mind, and deepen your personal growth.  Show Notes: https://betterpickleball.com/284-my-hope-for-you/ [https://betterpickleball.com/284-my-hope-for-you/]

Ep. 283 - Embrace the Stress

Stress is not the enemy in pickleball—it’s the very fabric of the game and embracing it can accelerate your growth and transform your mindset on the court. In this episode of Pickleball Therapy, I want to challenge you as a player to rethink stress as a positive force that strengthens resilience and sharpens your performance. Show Notes: https://betterpickleball.com/283-embrace-the-stress/ [https://betterpickleball.com/283-embrace-the-stress/]