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Dr. Kim O'Brien and Dr. Jonathan Jenkins bring together elite sport, psychology, and years of hands-on experience to deliver a powerful conversation about what it really takes to thrive under pressure. As the authors of Mentality Wins, they share the mental fitness strategies that help athletes sharpen focus, recover quickly from mistakes, and build the resilience needed to perform when it matters most.
Dr. O'Brien, an award-winning researcher, sport social worker, former Harvard Hockey co-captain, and National Champion, joins forces with Dr. Jenkins, Team Psychologist for the New England Patriots and Boston Red Sox, Harvard Medical School educator, and former collegiate lacrosse player, to break down the science and practice of mental toughness. Together, they reveal why mental fitness isn't reserved for elite athletes—it's a trainable skill that can elevate performance, strengthen team culture, and help athletes at every level handle the demands of competition and life. Whether you're an athlete, coach, or sports parent, this episode delivers practical tools you can put into action immediately.
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Dr. Kim O'Brien and Dr. Jonathan Jenkins bring together elite sport, psychology, and years of hands-on experience to deliver a powerful conversation about what it really takes to thrive under pressure. As the authors of Mentality Wins, they share the mental fitness strategies that help athletes sharpen focus, recover quickly from mistakes, and build the resilience needed to perform when it matters most.
Dr. O'Brien, an award-winning researcher, sport social worker, former Harvard Hockey co-captain, and National Champion, joins forces with Dr. Jenkins, Team Psychologist for the New England Patriots and Boston Red Sox, Harvard Medical School educator, and former collegiate lacrosse player, to break down the science and practice of mental toughness. Together, they reveal why mental fitness isn't reserved for elite athletes—it's a trainable skill that can elevate performance, strengthen team culture, and help athletes at every level handle the demands of competition and life. Whether you're an athlete, coach, or sports parent, this episode delivers practical tools you can put into action immediately.

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