Rooted Sport Psychology Show

This episode explores the challenges and opportunities of NIL deals for college athletes, focusing on managing social media pressure, maintaining authenticity, and defining personal boundaries to perform at their best. Check out my website for more information on 1:1 coaching: ⁠⁠⁠www.rootedsportpsychcoach.com⁠⁠   Email: ⁠georgia@rootedsportpsychcoach.com⁠ Phone: 786-833-8585 Follow Georgia on soci...

This episode offers practical strategies for freshmen athletes navigating the challenges of their first year in college sports. It covers confidence building, mindset shifts, and actionable tips to thrive in a new environment. Check out my website for more information on 1:1 coaching: ⁠⁠⁠www.rootedsportpsychcoach.com⁠⁠   Email: ⁠georgia@rootedsportpsychcoach.com⁠ Phone: 786-833-8585 Follow Georgia...

Georgia Miller, CMPC, M.Ed, shares practical advice for sports parents on how to support their athletes emotionally after games. She emphasizes the importance of consistent reactions, active listening, and providing space for processing emotions, helping parents foster a healthy environment for young athletes. Check out my website for more information on 1:1 coaching: ⁠⁠⁠www.rootedsportpsychcoach....

This episode explores the key differences between confidence and cockiness in athletes, emphasizing how true confidence fosters humility, resilience, and respect, while cockiness often stems from insecurity and need for validation. Check out my website for more information on 1:1 coaching: ⁠⁠⁠www.rootedsportpsychcoach.com⁠⁠   Email: ⁠georgia@rootedsportpsychcoach.com⁠ Phone: 786-833-8585 Follow Ge...

Georgia Miller shares five essential leadership principles applicable to athletes, business leaders, and anyone in a team environment. Learn how to build trust, serve others, own your weaknesses, demonstrate core values, and hold others accountable for effective leadership. Check out my website for more information on 1:1 coaching: ⁠⁠⁠www.rootedsportpsychcoach.com⁠⁠   Email: ⁠georgia@rootedsportps...

Gosia Betancourt shares her family's journey balancing high-level sports, online education, and holistic development for her children. Discover insights on supporting young athletes, managing injuries, and fostering independence through real-life examples. Interested in learning more about Crimson Global Academy (CGA)? Families who connect with CGA through this podcast are eligible for an excl...

Golf is one of the biggest mental battles in sports ⛳️🧠 This week on the podcast, I sat down with Brock McCormack, CMPC, to break down the mental side of golf and why so many golfers struggle with: • Letting go of bad shots • Overthinking and “fixing” during rounds • Rushing routines • Score watching • Comparing themselves to pros • Playing scared instead of playing to win One bad shot does NOT...

In this episode, Georgia Miller, M.Ed., CMPC is joined by former collegiate pitcher and mental performance coach Brock McCormack to break down the unique mental side of baseball and softball. From the pressure-filled travel ball environment to the obsession with stats, recruiting, and social media, they discuss how athletes can stop playing for others’ approval and reconnect with their love for th...

Georgia Miller, M.Ed, CMPC, explores the true meaning of humility in sports, debunking common misconceptions and sharing practical ways athletes can cultivate humility and confidence. Learn five actionable strategies to enhance your sportsmanship and personal growth. Takeaways —Humility is not dismissing compliments but graciously accepting them. —Owning your strengths and weaknesses fosters respe...

In this episode, Alexa Novak shares her journey from a young athlete to a Division 1 runner, offering insights into her training routines, recruiting process, mental strategies, and tips for aspiring athletes. Check out my website for more information on 1:1 coaching: ⁠⁠⁠www.rootedsportpsychcoach.com⁠⁠   Email: ⁠georgia@rootedsportpsychcoach.com⁠ Phone: 786-833-8585 Follow Georgia on social! Insta...

In this episode, Georgia Miller, M.Ed., CMPC shares simple, time-efficient ways coaches can integrate sport psychology into everyday practice. Learn how to use quick team debriefs, visualization, intentional wording, and focused feedback to build stronger, more confident athletes—without sacrificing practice time. Check out my website for more information on 1:1 coaching: ⁠⁠⁠www.rootedsportpsychco...

In this episode, Georgia explains the concept of the anxious middle —a mental state where athletes try to relax but keep thinking about work, and try to focus on work while feeling like they should be resting. The result is a frustrating, unproductive middle ground. Georgia breaks down why athletes fall into this trap and shares practical strategies to help you stay present, focused, and intention...

In this episode, Georgia Miller, M.Ed., CMPC dives into a situation every role player knows—getting thrown into the game late and feeling completely cold. She breaks down why these moments can feel so frustrating and shares simple strategies to help you stay ready, shift your mindset, and make the most of the minutes you’re given. Check out my website for more information on 1:1 coaching: ⁠⁠⁠www.r...

Many athletes focus on scoring or starting, but the real magic happens when you own your role, stay physically and mentally prepared, and trust your skills.  It's about showing up every day, doing your best, and understanding that your effort pushes the team forward—even if no one talks about it. When you stay engaged and ready, you’re the one who stands out when it counts. Are you owning your...

In this inspiring interview, Ty Gipson shares his remarkable journey overcoming adversity through health challenges, personal growth, and mindset shifts. His story highlights the importance of resilience, hope, and mental training for athletes and everyone facing life's obstacles. Ty Gipson is a speaker and mindset advocate whose message is built around one core principle: there are no options...

In this episode, Georgia Miller, M.Ed., CMPC breaks down the psychology behind upsets in NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament. She explores why underdogs often come out on top—highlighting factors like lower expectations, freer play, momentum, and motivation. Most importantly, she shares how athletes can apply the underdog mindset to compete with more confidence and freedom in their own...

This episode explores how athletes can navigate change effectively to foster growth. Georgia Miller shares five practical tips to embrace change, from acceptance to gratitude, illustrating how discomfort can lead to development.  Check out my website for more information on 1:1 coaching: ⁠⁠⁠www.rootedsportpsychcoach.com⁠⁠   Email: ⁠georgia@rootedsportpsychcoach.com⁠ Phone: 786-833-8585 Follow Geor...

This episode explores practical strategies to manage pressure effectively, emphasizing perspective, routines, and physical release techniques to improve performance and mental resilience. Check out my website for more information on 1:1 coaching: ⁠⁠⁠www.rootedsportpsychcoach.com⁠⁠   Email: ⁠georgia@rootedsportpsychcoach.com⁠ Phone: 786-833-8585 Follow Georgia on social! Instagram: ⁠ ⁠⁠@rootedsport...

In this episode, Georgia Miller shares seven essential tips for injured athletes to navigate their recovery process effectively. She emphasizes the importance of maintaining a routine, staying connected with teammates, focusing on what can be done, setting achievable goals, and finding lessons in the injury experience. Additionally, she encourages exploring new hobbies and defining a new role with...

In this episode, Georgia Miller discusses the often-avoided topic of life after sports, emphasizing the importance of preparing for the transition. She outlines a six-step program designed to help athletes navigate this challenging period with confidence and clarity. The steps include acknowledging challenges, identifying transferable skills, applying those skills in real-life scenarios, finding p...

In this episode, Georgia Miller discusses the common issue of overthinking among athletes during competitions. She explains how overthinking can hinder performance by causing athletes to focus on mistakes and future outcomes rather than the game at hand. Georgia provides four practical strategies to help athletes combat overthinking: being adaptable, using positive self-talk, maintaining focus, an...

In this episode, Georgia Miller discusses the inevitability of mistakes in sports and life, emphasizing the importance of how athletes respond to these errors. She outlines the challenges athletes face when they dwell on mistakes, such as increased self-criticism and tension, and provides three effective strategies for resetting after making a mistake. These strategies focus on team dynamics, phys...

In this episode, Georgia Miller shares insights on what to observe during the Winter Olympics that can benefit athletes at any level. She emphasizes the importance of post-competition interviews, pre-competition routines, body language, and coach-athlete interactions, highlighting how these elements reflect an athlete's mindset, values, and potential for success. Check out my website for more...

In this conversation, Georgia Miller discusses the critical role of confidence in sports and how it can be influenced by mental skills and resilience. She emphasizes that confidence shouldn't be left to chance and introduces the concept of courage as a more actionable alternative when confidence is lacking. Through relatable examples, she encourages listeners to seek moments of courage in thei...

In this conversation, Georgia Miller discusses the transformative impact of NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) deals on college athletes from a sports psychology perspective. She explores both the pros and cons of NIL, emphasizing the importance of autonomy, motivation, and life skills development, while also addressing the pressures and distractions that can arise. The conversation highlights the need f...