Mental toughness is a valued commodity among performers, but actually defining it has challenged the field of performance and sport psychology for over 20 years.  In this episode, we'll discover what researchers have found, and then distill it down to a functional definition.

This episode kicks off a series on mental toughness.  Everyone says that it's important, but few agree on what it is, how to measure it, and how to develop it.  A deep dive into the research literature took me to some unexpected places.  In this episode, we'll lay out some surprising benefits of mental toughness off the field and in the classroom and workplace.

If you have taught, coached, or led for any period of time, you're well aware that there are distinct differences in the generations.  In particular, just what are the generational differences that ripple through performance, especially in regards to Millennials and Generations Z?  Tune in to learn more about how to better connect with and coach these generations.

Just what is a ripple tank, and what does it have to do with performance?  In this introduction to the podcast, check out some of the ideas driving its origin and what we hope to accomplish.