Overcoming Scarcity Mindset and Mental Blocks in Sports: Mental Edge Training for Athletes Chad Hermansen, the host, focuses on the topic of mental blocks and scarcity mindset in athletes. He emphasizes that such feelings are normal and should be acknowledged first. He encourages players to question their beliefs about their self-worth and to focus on their strengths. Chad discusses how negative self-dialogue can impact performance and suggests reframing these dialogues. He believes every athlete can overcome their mental blocks and scarcity mindset through continuous self-improvement, embracing failures, and celebrating small wins. He also underscores the importance of gratitude and healthy team dynamics. In the end, he invites listeners to reach out for personalized coaching to aid in their journey towards a robust mental edge in sports. 00:00 Introduction to Mental Blocks in Athletes 00:04 Understanding the Scarcity Mindset 00:24 The Impact of Mental Blocks on Performance 01:21 Awareness: The First Step to Overcoming Mental Blocks 01:53 The Role of Self-Doubt in Athletic Performance 06:02 Shifting Focus: From Scarcity Mindset to Growth Mindset 06:20 The Power of Intentional Thoughts 07:56 The Importance of Embracing Failure 15:18 Celebrating Small Wins and Expressing Gratitude 17:33 Conclusion: Overcoming Mental Blocks and Scarcity Mindset Want to work with Chad 1-1 on your mental game?  Visit www.chadhermansencoaching.com