In this episode, Heather Cribbin joins host Davd Smith to discuss "Mindset" by Dr. Carol Dweck.

Here's our top three takeaways...

1. Growth Mindset vs. Fixed Mindset: The book explores two different approaches to learning and challenges. A growth mindset focuses on continuous learning, effort, and personal development, while a fixed mindset is rooted in fear of failure and proving oneself.
2. Process Over Outcome: The discussion emphasizes the importance of valuing the process of learning and improvement, rather than solely focusing on end results or comparing oneself to others. This approach helps build resilience, confidence, and a more positive approach to challenges.
3. Mindset is Adaptable: The book suggests that people can have different mindsets in various areas of life, and with awareness and effort, one can shift from a fixed to a growth mindset. This approach promotes optimism, risk-taking, and personal growth across different domains of life.

Get in touch with Heather Cribbin

• Email: heather@heathercribbincoaching.com
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-cribbin/

Get in touch with David Smith

• Website: ⁠⁠https://www.stonewallperformance.com⁠⁠
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bttrflyr
• ⁠⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stonewallperformance
• ⁠YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/stonewallperformance

In this episode, Henrik Herrebrøden joins host Davd Smith to discuss "How We Learn to Move" by Rob Gray, PhD.

Here's our top three takeaways...

1. Context Matters: Here we emphasized the importance of practicing skills in realistic, varied contexts rather than isolated, repetitive environments. Athletes learn best when training simulates real-world conditions and challenges.

2. Athlete-Centered Approach: Coaches should guide athletes to discover solutions themselves. Setting up constraints and environments that allow athletes to explore and learn, rather than dictating every move. This approach promotes creativity, autonomy, and deeper understanding.

3. Embrace Variability and Errors: Learning occurs through making mistakes and practicing skills with variation. Instead of seeking perfect technique or identical repetitions, athletes should practice with slight differences that help them adapt and develop more flexible, robust skills.

Get in touch with Henrik Herrebrøden

• Website: ⁠⁠https://www.henrikh.no/

• LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/henrik-herrebr%C3%B8den-003861119/

Get in touch with David Smith

• Website: ⁠⁠https://www.stonewallperformance.com⁠⁠
• LinkedIn Profile: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/bttrflyr
• ⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/stonewallperformance ⁠
• YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@stonewallperformance⁠

In this episode, Adina Budriga, Flow & Mindset Coach joins host Davd Smith to discuss "The Rise of Superman" by Steven Kotler.

Here's our top three takeaways...

1. Flow as a Tool, Not Just an Outcome: While many see flow as a destination, it serves as a practical tool for skill development, enhancing attention, and working through fears. This perspective makes flow more accessible, applicable, and enjoyable as a process.
2. The Flow Cycle is Essential: The importance of the complete flow cycle (struggle, release, flow, recovery), emphasizes that recovery is often overlooked but critical for sustainable performance and preventing injury.
3. Flow Transcends Domains: Flow principles apply across diverse contexts - from extreme sports to team athletics, religious experiences to everyday challenges. This universality makes flow concepts valuable in various coaching and personal development settings.If you liked our show, remember to Rate and Review us! Help us learn how to improve and grow!

Get in touch with Adina Budriga, Flow & Mindset Coach

• Website: ⁠⁠https://www.withflowinmind.com⁠

• LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adinabudriga/⁠
• Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/withflowinmind/

Get in touch with David Smith

• Website: ⁠⁠https://www.stonewallperformance.com⁠⁠
• LinkedIn Profile: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/bttrflyr ⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/stonewallperformance ⁠
• YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@stonewallperformance⁠