The Mental Break-Down

Welcome back! In this episode, I talk about the development of a Growth Mindset and how it can help you continue to move in a forward direction towards your goals!  Follow me on Instagram and YouTube @velezmentalperformance Follow me on TikTok and X @coachjoey88 Please subscribe to the YouTube channel! Please follow, like, rate, and review the podcast on wherever you listen to the show!

Welcome back! In this episode, I talk re-defining perfectionism and how it can be helpful if utilized correctly!  Follow me on Instagram and YouTube @velezmentalperformance Follow me on TikTok and X @coachjoey88 Please subscribe to the YouTube channel! Please follow, like, rate, and review the podcast on wherever you listen to the show!

Welcome back! In this episode, I talk about how to act and move forward, even when you are experiencing fear! Follow me on Instagram and YouTube @velezmentalperformance Follow me on TikTok and X @coachjoey88 Please subscribe to the YouTube channel! Please follow, like, rate, and review the podcast on wherever you listen to the show!

Welcome back! In this episode, I talk about how your attention is like walking a puppy, and why you shouldnt beat yourself up when you get distracted!  Follow me on Instagram and YouTube @velezmentalperformance Follow me on TikTok and X @coachjoey88 Please subscribe to the YouTube channel! Please follow, like, rate, and review the podcast on wherever you listen to the show!

Welcome back! In this episode, I discuss the importance of having your own definition of success to help you response to failure! Follow me on Instagram and YouTube @velezmentalperformance Follow me on TikTok and X @coachjoey88 Please subscribe to the YouTube channel! Please follow, like, rate, and review the podcast on wherever you listen to the show!

Welcome back! In this episode, I discuss the true meaning of committment and how to get back on track when faced with failures!  Follow me on Instagram and YouTube @velezmentalperformance Follow me on TikTok and X @coachjoey88 Please subscribe to the YouTube channel! Please follow, like, rate, and review the podcast on wherever you listen to the show!

Welcome back! In this episode, I explain how to live with your emotions and instead of avoiding them!  Follow me on Instagram and YouTube @velezmentalperformance Follow me on TikTok and X @coachjoey88 Please subscribe to the YouTube channel! Please follow, like, rate, and review the podcast on wherever you listen to the show!

Welcome back! In this episode, I explain how to turn the page so you can get yourself ready for the next performance!  Follow me on Instagram and YouTube @velezmentalperformance Follow me on TikTok and X @coachjoey88 Please subscribe to the YouTube channel! Please follow, like, rate, and review the podcast on wherever you listen to the show!

Welcome back! In this episode, I explain why people fall flat in big moments and how to better manage your stress in those big moments!  Follow me on Instagram and YouTube @velezmentalperformance Follow me on TikTok and X @coachjoey88 Please subscribe to the YouTube channel! Please follow, like, rate, and review the podcast on wherever you listen to the show!

Welcome back! In this episode, I talk about the Golf Shot Mentality and how you can use this approach to enhance everyday life!  Follow me on Instagram and YouTube @velezmentalperformance Follow me on TikTok and X @coachjoey88 Please subscribe to the YouTube channel! Please follow, like, rate, and review the podcast on wherever you listen to the show!

Welcome back! In this episode, I am joined by my long-time friend Kalika Kanitkar. Kalika has her degree in Cognitive Science, started her own business, and is currently in the process of becoming a licensed therapist. Join us as we talk about the importance of being vulnerable, learning from your mistakes, and being in charge of your own life.   Follow me on Instagram and YouTube @velezmentalperf...

Welcome back! In this episode, how shifting your identity can help you achieve your goals.  Follow me on Instagram and YouTube @velezmentalperformance Follow me on TikTok and X @coachjoey88 Please subscribe to the YouTube channel! Please follow, like, rate, and review the podcast on wherever you listen to the show!

Welcome back! In this episode, I discuss why we should spend more time outside.  www.issuu.com/pololifestyles/docs/jan24pl to check out the magazine and my article (its the last one!) Follow me on Instagram and YouTube @velezmentalperformance Follow me on TikTok and X @coachjoey88 Please subscribe to the YouTube channel! Please follow, like, rate, and review the podcast on wherever you listen to t...

Welcome back! In this episode, I discuss an activity I did once a week in 2024, and challenge you to do the same in 2025.    Follow me on Instagram and YouTube @velezmentalperformance Follow me on TikTok and X @coachjoey88 Please subscribe to the YouTube channel! Please follow, like, rate, and review the podcast on wherever you listen to the show!

Welcome back! In this episode, I discuss how to develop a "heat check" mentality.  Follow me on Instagram and YouTube @velezmentalperformance Follow me on TikTok and X @coachjoey88 Please subscribe to the YouTube channel! Please follow, like, rate, and review the podcast on wherever you listen to the show!

Welcome back! In this episode, I discuss a recent quote I read about how fear can hold us back.  Follow me on Instagram and YouTube @velezmentalperformance Follow me on TikTok and X @coachjoey88 Please subscribe to the YouTube channel! Please follow, like, rate, and review the podcast on wherever you listen to the show!

Welcome back! In this episode, I discuss why I dislike the phrase "failure is not an option" and how to focus on what you need to do to be successfull.  Follow me on Instagram and YouTube @velezmentalperformance Follow me on TikTok and X @coachjoey88 Please subscribe to the YouTube channel! Please follow, like, rate, and review the podcast on wherever you listen to the show!

Welcome back! In this episode, I discuss the difference between concern and worry and how to go about managing your worries in a more effective way.   Follow me on Instagram and YouTube @velezmentalperformance  Follow me on TikTok and X @coachjoey88 Please subscribe to the YouTube channel! Please follow, like, rate, and review the podcast on wherever you listen to the show!

Welcome back! This episode I am joined by former D1 Student-Athlete and current Venture Capitalist Investor Rollins Stallworth III! In this episode we talk about life as a D1 student athlete at Stanford University, the importance of self-reflection, and the importance of community! Contacting Rollins! @rstally13 (IG) Rollins Stallworth III on LinkedIn Rollins@nava.vc nava.vc (Nava Ventures Website...

Welcome back! This episode I am joined by Player Development Coach Keith Lai.  Coach Lai has 10+ years of experience coaching youth, high schoo, collegiate, and professional basketball players.  He was even named Top 50 most impactful D2 assistant @ Dominican University in 2020! In this episode we talk about the impact of social media on high school sports, challenges of playing at the next level,...

Welcome back! This episode I am joined by Mental Skills Coach and Basketball aficionado (I hope thats the right word) Coach Dan Ourian.  Like many of us, Coach Dan's NBA dreams were cut short due to reality, so he shifted his focus to coaching.  He spent time coaching in NY, overseas, and in the Bay Area at a variety of levels.  Coaching then shifted his attention to the mental side of the game wh...

Welcome back to the show! Join me for a quick conversation as I discuss mental skills training in the Olympics, coping with fear, and the importance of developing a weekly reflective practice. Link to the magazine article --> www.issuu.com/pololifestyles/docs/aug24pl Follow the magazine on Instagram @pololifestyles   Follow me on socials @velezmentalperformance (IG, YouTube) @coachjoey88 (TikTok,...

Welcome back! This episode I am joined by Mental Skills Coach Graham Betchart. Graham has done it all: working high school, college, and professional athletes, businesses, and even combining mental skills training and music. In this episode we talk about what mental skills training should and could be, importance of language, and finding your purpose. Contacting Graham! www.grahambetchart.com www....

Welcome back! This episode I am joined by Logan Robeson, a basketball players at the University of Hawaii. Take a listen as we chat about Logan's journey to the Division 1 level, which includes playing above his age group, overcoming injury, and the challenges of getting to the next level. Go give Logan a follow!  Instagram and X (@loganrobeson) University of Hawaii Basketball (@hawaiibasketball)...

Welcome Back! This episode I am joined by Siana Sylvester, who is a Mental Performance Coach in the Long Island area. Siana is the owner of Mental Flex, consults for HigherEchelon (a government and commercial contracting firm) and has made a consulting career in high performance, change management, process improvement, training, and organizational development. Siana trains strategies to elite athl...