How does John Lannan help professional baseball players get to where they want to go by meeting them where they are at?
Mental performance coaching is a delicate balance of art and science. While there are evidence-based strategies that have been proven effective, those same strategies must be tailored to the needs of each person. Understanding what makes athletes tick is often the secret sauce helping them to get to where they want to go.
My guest, John Lannan, is a Certified Mental Performance Consultant and former Major League pitcher. He currently serves as a mental performance coach in the Toronto Blue Jays organization.
In Episode 35, John discusses how he applies his craft in the high pressure world of professional baseball. He also candidly shares how his experience as a former player can serve as both an asset and a liability when serving as a mental performance coach.
So, what was your biggest takeaway from my conversation with John Lannan?
For me, it’s that the best mental performance coaches make it all about the athlete and how they can apply mental skills training on the field. As John suggests, this often occurs when we meet athletes where they are at.
My suggestion to young athletes is to make the most of all the resources at your disposal. Not everyone has access to mental performance coaching. If you do, then take advantage of it to help attain your long-term vision.
I want to thank John for his kind generosity and the wisdom he shared with The Freshman Foundation Community.
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Thank you for listening. We’ll see you back in two weeks ready to get better!