In this episode of Momentum Monday, join host Saana Koljonen as she delves into the transformative power of gratitude for athletes and high achievers. Discover HOW shifting your focus to gratitude can alleviate the pressures of performance, reduce stress, and enhance overall well-being. We'll explore the science behind gratitude, share real-life examples, and provide practical strategies to integrate gratitude into your daily routine. Don’t miss out on learning how to train your mind to see the good, stay resilient, and achieve more. Tune in for an inspiring episode that might change the way you approach your journey.

Let's address the common challenge of performance pressure related to statistics that many athletes face. Discover actionable strategies to shift your focus to process goals, practice mindfulness, and reframe negative thoughts to enhance your game. Learn how to communicate effectively with coaches and establish pre-game routines that foster confidence and control. Join me as I share insights and practical tips to turn performance pressure into a tool for success.

Check out the webinar: https://www.saanakoljonen.com/athletewebinar

Many athletes find themselves struggling financially despite their hard work and dedication. Let's dive into ways to improve your financial situation, make smarter money decisions, and use your earnings to elevate your performance and overall well-being. Psst. Listen until the very end for the big value ...

(Send me the word "money" on Instagram to receive the secret bonus): https://instagram.com/mindofsaana

In this episode of Momentum Monday, I sit down with Alessandro Lodi, a professional volleyball coach from Italy. We delve into the intricacies of coaching philosophy, the potential for continuous improvement, and the true source of confidence for athletes. Alessandro shares his insights on how to maximize performance by focusing on controllable factors and the importance of mental training. You will gain valuable strategies to elevate their game both on and off the court, no matter if you are an athlete, coach or high performer.

Athlete webinar: https://saanakoljonen.com/athletewebinar

Discover how embracing competition can push you to new heights, turning challenges into opportunities for growth. I am sharing couple personal stories and practical strategies for using your rivals as motivation and source of excellence, whether they are stronger or weaker opponents. Tune in to learn how to elevate your game, maintain high performance standards, and stay focused under pressure.

We’re delving into a topic that isn’t often discussed but is incredibly important: the dark side of high performance. This episode is especially for those of you who feel the pressures of high achievement and the toll it takes on various aspects of your life. Let's explore some of these common issues, how they manifest, and most importantly, what you can do about them.

And the links mentioned:

Free workbook for the dark side of high performance (value $27) - text me "dark side" on Instagram and I'll send it to you.

The Aspiring High Performers membership: https://www.saanakoljonen.com/aspiringhighperformers--7e314

Today, we’re diving into how you can achieve more, faster, and more efficiently through something I call performance coding. Whether you’re an athlete, coach, entrepreneur, or busy professional, this episode is for you. Many of us, even after mastering the basics of mental training, hit a plateau. So, we’ll explore why that happens and how performance coding can help you break through those barriers.

In this episode, Nooralotta shares her inspiring journey as an athlete, overcoming significant injuries, and the relentless pursuit of her dreams despite numerous challenges.

She discusses her Finnish roots, early aspirations, the pivotal moment that led her to athletics, and her determination to continue excelling in her sport.

Nooralotta's candid conversation covers topics such as mental strength, dealing with public scrutiny, balancing career and personal life, and her perspective on body image and nutrition as an elite athlete.

Nooralotta's Instagram: www.instagram.com/nooralotta

Athlete resource: www.saanakoljonen.com/athletewebinar

Saana Website: www.saanakoljonen.com

Today I'll discuss 5 powerful steps to stop beating yourself up mentally when your performance falters. I will talk about e.g. the importance of maintaining confidence, identifying performance traps, and mentally rehearsing challenging situations. By aiming for incremental improvements and embracing the present moment, you can build resilience and enhance your overall performance even when it's not going like you wanted. Tune in to listen to the whole episode!

The webinar mentioned in the podcast: https://www.saanakoljonen.com/athletewebinar

This episode opens up a recent experience when I was constantly thinking about my failure at the beach volleyball court and what I did to turn that endless, useless rumination into actionable insights. In addition, I am talking about the mistake we often do after performing under or over our level and how to avoid that! Tune in!

And check out my new webinar for athletes who want to boost their focus, gain confidence and level up their performance - all this is in a little over an hour! https://saanakoljonen.com/athletewebinar