Mastering the Mental Game with Riley Jensen: Strategies for Athletes

The Recruit Grind

Summary
Riley Jensen, a mental performance coach and former football player, discusses the importance of resilience, positive self-talk, and focusing on strengths in the recruiting process and in life. He emphasizes the value of football in building confidence, character, and the ability to handle pressure. Jensen also highlights the need for individuals to control the controllables, manage stress, and make decisions based on personal happiness. He encourages athletes to avoid comparison and to embrace their unique strengths and abilities. In this conversation, Funaki Asisi discusses the power of body language and emotions, the importance of self-awareness and controlling reactions, and the impact of awareness in sports psychology. He also reflects on Travis Kelsey's reaction and the need for public apology. Asisi emphasizes the importance of controlling reactions to influence outcomes and the impact of reactions on others. He discusses the power of a million small reactions and the role of momentum in football and life. Finally, he shares the purpose of his book 'Pure Unadulterated Guts' and the value of tools for personal growth.
Takeaways
Football builds resilience, character, and the ability to handle pressure.
Focus on controlling the controllables and managing stress in the recruiting process.
Avoid comparison and embrace your unique strengths and abilities.
Positive self-talk and body language can have a significant impact on confidence and performance. Body language and emotions can have a significant impact on communication and performance.
Self-awareness is crucial in sports psychology and personal growth.
Controlling reactions can influence outcomes and build momentum.
The impact of reactions extends beyond oneself and can affect others.
Tools and resources can help individuals improve their reactions and achieve their goals.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Shoutout to Pure Energy Solar
01:20 Appreciation for Football and the Recruiting Process
04:02 Riley Jensen's Background and Career Path
05:27 Riley Jensen's Work as a Mental Performance Coach
07:53 The Importance of Making Career Changes
08:17 The Influence of a Friend's Advice
09:43 Overcoming Challenges and Taking Risks
10:38 The Impact of Positive Support and Encouragement
12:32 The Value of Junior College in Football
13:52 The Benefits of Playing Football
16:17 The Importance of Hustling and Working Hard
17:29 The Role of Resilience in Football
18:54 The Pressure and Mental Challenges in Football
19:44 The Impact of Football on Confidence and Self-Talk
21:38 The Challenges and Rewards of Broadcasting
22:29 The Importance of Preparation and Focus in Broadcasting
23:51 The Influence of Football on Confidence and Self-Talk
25:18 The Need for Resilience and Growth in Society
26:42 Applying Football Lessons to Other Areas of Life
28:34 The Impact of Football on Identity and Character
29:33 Managing Stress and Pressure in the Recruiting Process
30:59 Controlling the Controllables in the Recruiting Process
32:50 The Power of Positive Self-Talk and Body Language
35:13 Choosing a School Based on Personal Happiness
37:34 Avoiding Comparison and Focusing on Strengths
39:55 Overcoming Negative Self-Talk and Building Confidence
47:27 The Power of Body Language and Emotions
48:50 Self-Awareness and Controlling Reactions
49:46 The Importance of Awareness in Sports Psychology
50:39 Travis Kelsey's Reaction and Building Awareness
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