The Mindbuffs Podcast

We lost because of the Ref tonight - We lost the contract because we didn’t learn enough about our client. How much control do you believe you have over your success? Your performance and its outcome can be seen as your responsibility entirely, a result of outside forces, or somewhere in between. Where on the spectrum of Locus of Control do you lie and how is it impacting your performance and the...

Episode 2 of the burnout series brings us face to face with how burnout happens and what ways it can impact us beyond just being “overworked”. We explore burnout types and how it expresses itself in sneaky ways. We squash common myths about motivation and discuss how expectations can lead us down unexpected paths.

During part 2 of this conversation, Nick and Mat discuss the conundrum of one’s fixed identity within sport and how it impacts a player’s progression through competitive sports. There are a million books on “how to be successful” written by millionaires and famous people who completely leave out the two most important variables: Who you know and who you are. The latter is something far more within...

In the world of sports, power differentials between athletes and coaches represent a complicated interplay that significantly influences the dynamics both on and off the field. This episode delves into the multifaceted layers of these relationships, examining the power dynamics of different coaching styles and exploring common examples of power struggles between athletes and coaches. From the deli...

The feeling of discomfort can show up in many ways; a churning stomach, a sense of heightened awareness, or a general feeling of unease. Maybe this feeling shows up when you enter a room of unfamiliar faces, a boardroom of the “weekly culprits”, or your not-so-favourite “see you at the holidays” family members. The feeling of being uncomfortable or insecure can be confusing to differentiate and, e...

There isn’t a lot of room for individuality in elite-level sports, especially in team sports. Just think back to hockey night in Canada with Don Cherry and how with every segment he would show clips of “good ole hockey boys” with his iconic thumbs up while scoffing at goal celebrations from the likes of Ovechkin and Subban. Every culture, regardless of the activity or industry, promotes an ideal p...

In this episode, we unpack how a culture of silence can impact personal mental health  and collective performance. From locker rooms to boardrooms, athletes and professionals often grapple with an atmosphere of fear that discourages open dialogue around critical issues. In this episode we discuss the impact of maintaining silence, both on the well-being of athletes and the broader sports community...

In business and life, we often hear the term “burnout” used to describe the tired employee and employer in the workforce. As this buzzword makes its way into our daily language, we discuss the importance of taking it seriously because it will seriously take you. With hustle culture, expectations, and a post-covid world, we begin our deep-dive exploration of the business world by discussing how bur...

By combining the latest research with quality conversation, The Mindbuffs Podcast is for people who want to get the most out of their lives, without burning out. We debunk unhealthy examples of high performance living and teach you how to master your mind. — Contact Mat de Moissac | Mindbuffs: Website: Mindbuffs.com Instagram: @Mindbuffs Facebook: Mindbuffs Linkedin: Mindbuffs