The Athletic School Podcast

#119 - Mindset Lab: Not Playing? Do This One Thing Before You Lose Your Spot


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Not getting playing time? Feeling frustrated, overlooked, or stuck on the bench?
This episode is for athletes who aren’t starting and are struggling with the mental side of not playing.

We break down the mindset athletes need when they’re not getting minutes, how to take ownership during waiting seasons, and why the bench can either destroy your confidence—or build it.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • How to handle frustration when you’re not playing as much as expected

  • What true ownership looks like when you’re on the bench

  • How to grow as an athlete without external validation

  • The key difference between waiting for your chance and preparing for it

  • How to stay mentally ready so you don’t miss your moment

If you’re benched right now, this episode will help you turn frustration into growth and stay ready when opportunity shows up.

🎯 Stop waiting. Start preparing.

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