Podcast appearances and mentions of jarrod spencer

Dr. Jarod Spencer is a sports psychologist, speaker, and author. From the Super Bowl to the Indy 500 to the Tokyo Olympics, Jarrod is one of the sports psychologists that the best athletes trust the most to develop their mind. From pros like the Philadelphia Flyers hockey team to the NCAA's University of Michigan wrestling team to his followers on NordicTrack treadmills as an iFIT trainer, Dr. Spencer's passion in the fields of health psychology, neuroscience, and peak performance literature empowers his clients to maximize their potential. Dr. Spencer is passionate about not just improving the emotional health of athletes, but also of leaders as. Whether speaking to executives at Microsoft in Seattle or to global consultants in Dubai or advising entrepreneurs around a firepit in Montana, Jarrod's 2 decades of experience and expertise is in helping the best of the best with their mind's greatest complexities. His signature message is that a clearer mind leads to better performance. This message permeates throughout both of his books The Sky is NOT the Limit and Mind of the Athlete. As one of nation's leading mental health advocates, he's been featured on CNN, BBC Fox News, Bloomberg, USA Today, Inc., New York Daily News and ESPN Radio. He is a licensed psychologist in 6 states. Dr. Spencer lives with his wife and 3 kids in the beautiful Lehigh Valley of PA.

In this Business of Functional Medicine episode, Kristen Brokaw hosts a conversation with Dr. Jarrod Spencer, a sports psychologist who also works with corporations and high net-worth professionals. In this episode, Dr. Spencer discusses the importance for clinicans to manage emotional energy and mental fatigue. Given that healthcare is usually a high-stress role, individuals must prioritize their emotional health and well-being. Getting enough sleep, counseling and developing a mental toolbox to effectively manage emotional energy are examples of strategies healthcare providers should be employing. He also highlights the significance of creating a positive and supportive culture in the workplace, including practices like fist bumping and high fiving to foster camaraderie among staff members. This episode validates physician burnout and offers helpful tools for managing emotional energy and mental fatigue. If you listen to the full episode, you'll hear about: 1.       Dr. Spencer's scoring system, for measuring emotional energy, or one's psychological capacity to effectively deal with immediate stressors in their life. 2.       Mental fatigue significantly impacts a person's perception of effort. When mentally fatigued, individuals are more likely to perceive tasks as requiring more effort, which can decrease their endurance and motivation. 3.       Emotional and mental fatigue can lead to negative thinking, decreased performance, and burnout. 4.       Compassion fatigue and neglecting one's own emotional well-being can have negative consequences on both personal and professional life. 5.       And more!

Send us a Text Message.Psychologist. Speaker. Author. Consultant. Dr. Jarrod Spencer has not only dedicated his life to the pursuit of understanding how the mind works best but also to sharing that wisdom with others so that they too can revel in those experiences. Whether speaking to global consultants in Dubai or executives at Microsoft in Seattle or advising entrepreneurs around a firepit in Montana, Jarrod's two decades of experience and expertise is in helping the best of the best with their mind's greatest complexities.Our conversation ran the gamut from the mythology of Star Wars to classic American stone homes, and how important it is to have hobbies and even measuring and protecting your emotional energy and how that can "level up your game".  And make sure you go check out his most recent book, The Mind Of The Athlete. Prime Health Associates

On this special episode, I interview one of my all time favorite people in education: Coach Nick Tucker, the RBR varsity baseball coach! Coach Tucker and I discuss the upcoming Mental Fitness Symposium on March 15th. Coach Tucker and I have collaborated with a number of people at school including the Gamechanging Bucs, a student-athlete led organization seeking to make things better for the Bucs, to bring this exciting opportunity to RBR! The day will include a keynote address from Dr. Jarrod Spencer, breakout sessions to discuss what student-athletes are experiencing, and some closing remarks from myself. Listen here for more information on this exciting opportunity!!

What if the secret to improving your well-being, both physically and mentally, lies in your sleeping pattern? In this episode,  we decode the mysteries of sleep and its profound impact on our lives. Alongside 12 experts who've been on the show, we deep dive on the connection good sleep has, to our ability to peak, & for our future sustenance goals.Focus Areas:-Teen transformation/early school start times, disruption to their sleep patterns-Hidden dangers affecting our sleep quality & disrupting our circadian rhythms-Tech use, WiFi, cellular radiation jeopardizing your sleep & overall health-.Business world, & a performance-driven society's impact on mental health- Ayurvedic experts, doctors, book authors address the critical role of sleep in achieving balance and wellness- Sleep, Mental health- incorporating yoga, breathing, and meditation for better sleep habits.-Secrets to athletic prowess- not overtraining but also prioritizing rest and recovery- negative impact of above,Stanford study on athletes.A good night's sleep can be a game-changer to a sustainable, vibrant future ! Watch on YouTube.Clips from episodes below :1.The Power of Sleep: How It Affects Adolescent Well-being , Achievement [Lisa Lewis]2. Impact of blue light  & adopting a healthier use of tech [Gigi Mortimer]3.Teen Mental Health , impact on a sustainable future [Vanessa Elias]4.Healing your body by listening to your gut [Jini Patel Thompson]5. Ways to prevent health problems : Menstrual issues, Hormonal health [Emily Reed]6.Staying heart healthy & warding off diseases [Dr.Akil Taher]7. Staying in tune with body, mind using Ayurvedic principles [Kate O'Donnell]8.Creating a thriving workplace; achieving peak performance [Dr.Jarrod Spencer]9. Endurance, Athletic Sustenance [Maria Angelova]10.Creating Happy Athletes [Kirsten Jones]11.Harnessing tools to help athletes peak, injury prevention & mental health [Paige Roberts]12.Doing basics correctly, living healthy [Nidhi Pandya]Support the showFollow host Vai on Instagram , X, Facebook for interesting thought leadership, digital content. Head to my website for enlightening blogs & service offerings.This podcast comes to you from Listen Ponder Change LLC, founded by Vai Kumar.Every one time support the show contribution is much appreciated !!Or even better, subscribe https://www.buzzsprout.com/1436179/support and help us amplify our voice and reach!Videos available on YouTube https://youtube.com/@vaipkumar.

Ever wondered how  business leaders or athletes stay at the top of their game? It's not just physical prowess or business acumen. It's the unseen power of mental health. We have with us Dr. Jarrod Spencer, a clinical psychologist specializing in fostering emotional health in high performers. We explore the 'clear mind, better performance' mantra that Dr. Spencer swears by(his famous book "Mind of the Athlete"), emphasizing the crucial role of mental health in business and athletics. He walks us through the fear of the unknown and provides insights on building resilience and confidence to positively influence our everyday situations. The conversation takes us to the heart and head knowledge that can boost resilience, while underlining the role of good sleep in enhancing performance.We discuss the quintessential duo of empathy and resilience in steering through uncertain times. Dr. Spencer underscores the need for a human touch in businesses, a warm connect with employees, customers that goes beyond transactional relationships. He dissects the complexities of today's work culture, including the implications of global time zone differences and the immediate world of technology. We learn how empathetic leadership can promote mental health, creating a thriving environment for employees to grow personally and professionally. So tune in to this re-purposed episode from Season 2 (full episode now on YouTube as well !) and come away with a better understanding of the extraordinary significance of mental health in the fast-paced world of business.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEInstacart - Groceries delivered in as little as 1 hour. Free delivery on your first order over $35.Enjoy PIOR Living products Enjoy PIOR Living products at a 20% discount and free shipping on orders over $75Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showFollow host Vai on Instagram , X, Facebook for interesting thought leadership, digital content. Head to my website for enlightening blogs & service offerings.This podcast comes to you from Listen Ponder Change LLC, founded by Vai Kumar.Every one time support the show contribution is much appreciated !!Or even better, subscribe https://www.buzzsprout.com/1436179/support and help us amplify our voice and reach!Video shorts available on YouTube @freshleafforever channel and larger videos on https://youtube.com/@vaipkumar.

Today, the mental health conversations continue with Sports Psychologist Dr. Jarrod Spencer, the creator of Mind of the Athlete. Dr. Spencer discusses how he created the Mind of the Athlete brand, how the mental health space has evolved over the years, what athletes are doing to maintain their mental health as well as some advice to keep a healthy mind.For more information, visit https://mindoftheathlete.com/---

We sit down and have a phenomenal conversation with Sports Psychologist Jarrod Spencer. We discuss; - The mental side of sports and life - How to defeat the stigma behind athletes and mental plus which athletes have made the stand on Mental Health prioritization. - How to support someone battling mental health with V.E.E.S - Why sleep is important in maintaining a healthy mind and body. Tune into the whole episode to hear more!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Dr.Jarrod Spencer is a clinical psychologist who's passionate about improving the emotional health of athletes and business leaders. He is the author of the famous book "Mind of the Athlete    Clearer Mind,Better Performance".In this episode, host Vai and Dr.Spencer focus on Mental Health as it relates to employee well-being and businesses, AND his other area of expertise;  working with athletes.Discussion focus areas include:* Crucial factors impacting business performance in the present day context* Overcoming these roadblocks* Role of anxiety, fear of the unknown* Developing resiliency, confidence and how significant these are in present day scenario* Strength psychology methods of Dr.Spencer for businesses and employees to feel at their best and perform* Focus areas for business leaders as it relates to mental health* Ensuring trust and building confidence in an era of Great Resignation* Role of sleep, impact on health and performance* Cultural shift as it relates to better Mental Health and performance* Empathetic leadership and significance* Dr.Spencer's main area of expertise working with athletes and his book "Mind of the Athlete"* Building positivity and improving athletic performance* Sports culture and Mental Health* Aspects often ignored* Dr.Spencer's journey as an IFit doc and its impact on people's livesTune in today to benefit from this conversation and spread the word! Follow the podcast on Spotify, Google, Apple , Amazon or on any major podcast source.Fresh leaf forever  website has all the episodes for anyone to enjoy.Follow me on Instagram for interesting digital media content and all that I do and follow me on twitter as well.Follow the podcast instagram @freshleafforever for all things relating to the podcast and twitter @freshleafforev1 to provide feedback. Also, click this Buzzsprout link to get started with your own podcasting hosting service with Buzzsprout.Following the above link  let's Buzzsprout know we sent you, gets you a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and helps support our show.You can also support this show otherwise by using support the show link at the bottom. Fresh leaf forever podcast comes to you from Listen Ponder Change LLC, founded by Host Vai Kumar.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEInstacart - Groceries delivered in as little as 1 hour. Free delivery on your first order over $35.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

In this podcast, Brandon chats with Jarrod Spencer, who serves as the sports psychologist for several professional teams and individual athletes. The mental health of numerous athletes was affected by the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic, and Jarrod explains the different impacts of the lockdown while also making recommendations on how to benefit from this at home. 0:00-1:06 = Introduction of our guest for this podcast: Jarrod Spencer 1:07-1:52 = What are some of the complex mental health problems athletes face during the pandemic? 1:58-2:52 = Does getting in shape help reduce the amount of anxiety? 3:04-6:47 = How do we cope with demotivation caused by the pandemic? 7:05-8:35 = To what extent does the lack of organized sports affect athletes and is there any remedy? 8:44-11:25 = What are the proper ways to find meaningful connectedness, and does it have any benefits? 11:26-15:42 = What are the impacts of the “pause” in sports caused by the pandemic? 15:48-18:34 = What is the difference between a clear mind and a focused mind? 18:36-21:31 = What are some mental health problems that can be seen in sport, how do they affect an athlete? 21:33-24:54 = What is a “strain relationship”, how does it affect an athlete, what can be done to prevent it? 24:55-28:54 = YouTube channel recommendations and final advice from our guest's book. ► Visit our Website - https://www.mind-designsports.org ► Follow our Instagram @mind_design_sports ► Follow our Twitter @MindDesignSport Description done by Alper --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mind-design-sports/message

It's our 200th episode! Tim and Steve talk about what Attack Life, Not Others means to them. We have an all-star cast of special guests — including Master Tim Hawk, Dr Jarrod Spencer, Chelsea Hoover, Len DiNote, and Dr Bernie. Make sure to listen all the way to the end for a surprise appearance! What does the phrase “Attack Life, Not Others” mean to you? Please tell us in the comments.

Welcome to Episode # 10 of Chasing Edges! We are back after a couple weeks off, due to good reason. Mike & his wife welcomed their daughter and newest listener to Chasing Edges into the world. We started the show discussing the child birth experience, and Mike's first hand experience. We then welcomed on Dr. Jarrod Spencer! He is a Sports Psychologist who works with many professional and collegiate teams across the country. He is also a speaker, author, & the President & Founder of Mind of the Athlete, which is a sports psychology company committed to the emotional health of athletes. This episode was a blast and a must listen for everyone! We hope everyone enjoys! Don't forget to listen, subscribe, and tell a friend about us. We really appreciate it!

Dr. Bernard Seif interviews Dr. Jarrod Spencer, a sport psychologist and public speaker. Dr. Spencer talks about the his work in tying psychology into working with athletes and to help people who exercise.

Welcome to Season 10, Episode 30, of the ParentingAces Podcast, part of the Tennis Channel Podcast Network! Anxiety and mental strength are often diametrically opposed - lessen one and the other increases. In this week's episode, noted Sports Psychologist and founder of Mind of the Athlete, Dr. Jarrod Spencer, discusses how we can help our players deal with the anxiety that is inherent in competing at a high level while building their Mental Muscle. Dr. Spencer has extensive training and experience in the field of health and sports psychology. Before earning a Doctor of Psychology Degree from Argosy University, formerly known as The Illinois School of Professional Psychology, he earned his Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology from West Chester University and his Bachelor's Degree in Psychobiology from Lafayette College. Dr. Spencer professionally trained at The Jersey Shore Medical Center, Northwestern Neuropsychological Association, and The Diamond Headache Clinic. He is a licensed psychologist in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Michigan and Virginia. Dr. Spencer is also a member of The American Psychological Association, Pennsylvania Psychological Association, and Lehigh Valley Psychological and Counseling Association. Dr. Spencer travels the country speaking to athletes, coaches, parents, students, athletic directors, health care professionals and business leaders. From pharmaceutical companies to state high school athletic director conferences to college campuses, Dr. Spencer empowers people with his signature message of clearer mind, better performance. In this week's episode, Dr. Spencer discusses the major causes of anxiety in young athletes and how we as parents can help reduce it. He offers concrete, detailed suggestions to help our players develop strong mental habits both on and off the court. For more information and to reach Jarrod Spencer, visit his website at http://www.mindoftheathlete.com/. You can also email him at mindoftheathlete@gmail.com. As always, a big thank you to Morgan Stone, aka STØNE, for our intro and outro music this season. You can find more of his music at SoundCloud.com/stonemuzic. If you're interested in House Music, please be sure to check out his social media channels on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. If you're so inclined, please share this – and all our episodes! – with your tennis community. You can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or via your favorite podcast app. If you haven't already, be sure to become a Member of ParentingAces by clicking here. And check out our logo'd merch in our online shop (Premium Members received FREE SHIPPING every day!). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To say 2020 was a difficult year is an understatement. In this episode, hear what Tim's family did to literally and figuratively bury the year. #FaithFamilyFriends And as Dr Jarrod Spencer said last week: the good of the past, and the bad of the past — they're both in the past. The difference is — we can learn and become stronger from the bad — if we allow ourselves to. “Out of these ashes beauty will rise.” — Steven Curtis Chapman "I'd save every day like a treasure and then ...Again, I would spend them with you" — Jim Croce

We're taking a look back on a conversation that is super relevant now is sports, especially for you Philly fans!! Dr. Jarrod Spencer, a Sports Psychologist and the author of 'Mind of the Athlete: Clearer Mind, Better Performance', talks about what makes up our 'Mental Toolbox' both on and off the field of play. We take on anxiety and stress, and confidence and swagger in this episode of the 'TACKLING ADULTHOOD' podcast! It's brought to you by Service Electric Cable and TV - providing your communication needs for over 70 years! High speed Internet, cable and phone - visit SECTV.com! And by the Cumulus Podcast Network and Cumulus Media Allentown! Kindly like/review/subscribe/download wherever you get your podcasts!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tim and Steve continue the conversation from last week with Dr Jarrod Spencer from Mind of the Athlete, LLC. Some of the things you'll hear include: Reset every morning with prayer Another reminder to focus on today, because yesterday does — not — matter — anymore "What-ifs" occur when our minds drift too long, too intensely, or too fearfully into the future Look for those who have done what you want to do, gone where you want to go, act how you want to act, etc Take pages out of other people's playbooks; Actively search for mentors and be open to them when they appear Mentorship can come in the form of reading books, watching videos, etc; With this, we can be mentored by people from long ago, including sages and saints

This week on the podcast we delve into an incredibly important topic, the mental health and well-being of our athletes. With the recent withdrawal of one of the world's top tennis players, Naomi Osaka, from the French Open due to depression and social anxiety, this topic has been in the news a lot recently. There have been two distinct camps; one that says you make millions of dollars so suck it up and play, and the other that recognizes that just becasue these athletes are so exceptional in one area of their life does not mean they are not struggling in others. One of the people leading that discussion recently on CNN and the BBC is our friend Dr Jarrod Spencer. Dr. Jarrod Spencer (@jarrod_spencer) is president and founder of Mind of the Athlete, LLC, a sports psychology company committed to improving the emotional health of athletes (www.MindOfTheAthlete.com). He is the author of Mind of the Athlete: Clearer Mind, Better Performance and the co-author of the book the The Sky Is NOT The Limit: Discovering the True North for Your Life's Path.  Dr. Spencer serves as the sports psychologist for several professional teams and individual professionals athletes.  He also works closely with NCAA teams, including teams at Princeton University, Lehigh University and University of Maryland. He maintains a private practice wherein he provides one-on-one coaching for athletes and business leaders. He has been featured in CNN, BBC, USA Today, New York Daily News and ESPN Radio. Dr. Spencer is a frequent guest on WFMZ Morning News in the NY/NJ/PA region. He also starred in the TV Show “What the Heck Were They Thinking?!” with former Heavyweight Boxing Champion Larry Holmes. Additionally, Dr. Spencer created and starred on the TV show Mind of the Athlete.  He has recorded 13 CDs, as well as over 500 podcasts and videos. Dr. Spencer has extensive training and experience in the field of health and sports psychology.  Before earning a Doctor of Psychology Degree from Argosy University, formerly known as The Illinois School of Professional Psychology, he earned his Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology from West Chester University and his Bachelor's Degree in Psychobiology from Lafayette College. Dr. Spencer professionally trained at The Jersey Shore Medical Center, Northwestern Neuropsychological Association, and The Diamond Headache Clinic. He is a licensed psychologist in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Michigan and Virginia. Dr. Spencer is also a member of The American Psychological Association, Pennsylvania Psychological Association, and Lehigh Valley Psychological and Counseling Association. Influenced by views in neuroscience, psychoanalysis, Christianity, and peak performance literature, Dr. Spencer has a heart to assist athletes in attaining peak performance through sound emotional health. 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Dr Jarrod Spencer from Mind of the Athlete, LLC is an expert on emotional health and how to handle anxiety. He's back with Tim and Steve to share more helpful tips and to talk about his exciting new series with iFIT involving workouts to strengthen your mind. A few of the things you'll hear include: Catastrophizing — what it is and how to avoid it Find a mentor and emulate them if you like how they move, act, speak, etc More on the "what-if" state we've been discussing and not falling for the “feints” “When the student is ready the teacher will appear”

In this episode, Coach P speaks with Dr. Jarrod Spencer, founder of "Mind of the Athlete."  Dr. Spencer is a sports psychologist, speaker, author, and man of God. He works with Professional Teams, NCAA Athletes and Teams, and people from all walks of life. He is a true expert in the field and a wealth of inspiration for all that meet him.  In this interview, Dr. Spencer speaks on his book, "Mind of the Athlete" and his journey into sports psychology. He provides insight into the human mind and methods to perform your best daily. Grab your pen, notepad, and let's go!  You can learn more about Dr. Spencer, his book, and programs at the link below.  About Dr. Jarrod Spencer Sport Psychologist | Mind of the Athlete *** If you enjoy Coach P's Perspective Podcast, please consider doing a few things:   Subscribe and then give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast. Write an awesome review of what you love about the show. Please share the episode on your social media pages.    Thank You and much love!   *** You can purchase Coach P’s best-selling book, “Game Changing Moves” HERE.   *** Be sure to connect with Coach P on his Website and Social Media for more inspirational messages:    Website:  https://coachchadparks.com/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachchadparks/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coachchadparks/   Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/coachchadparks   *** Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Please e-mail Coach Chad Parks at coachchadparks@gmail.com     *** Intro music by Gerald Gray, aka Twish Foaves. You can follow Twish Foaves at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twishfoaves/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChristStillLives Music: https://www.reverbnation.com/twishfoaves https://open.spotify.com/artist/0ihETkx53RJujUl0nXg3gh?si=fgst7mo0TVyHZdETIoTk4g *** Check out Boston Scally at: https://www.bostonscally.com/ (Use the code COACHP to receive 15% off of your order) *** Check out Terra Grappl’r at: Click here to get your Terra Grappl’r shoes (Use the code COACHCP10 to receive $10 off of your order)  *** Check out the Lane Frost Brand at: https://lanefrost.com/ https://www.instagram.com/lanefrostbrand/  https://www.facebook.com/lanefrost89/ *** Want to be a high-performance athlete/human being? Start with your nutrition! See my favorite nutrition products below: https://wellbuiltsupplements.com/discount/wellbuiltcp (use the code “wellbuiltcp” for a 15% discount) https://badathletics.com/ (use the code “badchad” for a 10% discount) https://shop.teamxnd.com/coachchadparks/Home

How can you manage disappointments, rejection and setbacks with a positive attitude? That's right, life's challenges don't HAVE to bring you down. Learn how to bring yourself back up with a few simple tactics and realizations. Dr. Jarrod Spencer, president and Founder of The Mind Of The Athlete, http://www.mindoftheathlete.com/ says if you don't explore your emotions after a difficult situation, they will find the weakest part of your body and settle there to give you more problems in the future. Take charge of the life you want!

How much of your day do you spend worrying about something? Does anxiety have you by the throat? It doesn't have to. Dr. Jarrod Spencer, who is president and Founder of The Mind Of The Athlete http://www.mindoftheathlete.com/ tells us why we are all worrying so much and what we can do about it. Take charge of your life and peace of mind. We'll show you how.

Episode 81 brings us back to Bethlehem PA, to talk with Dr. Jarrod Spencer, Sports Psychologist at Mind of the Athlete.  Last time Jarrod was on the show in episode 50 we talked about the athlete transition to life after sports.  However, this time we spoke about a topic that I am very curious and passionate about, which is how our society's definition of toughness and masculinity affects athletes. This was our summer intern Alex's first field trip for the podcast, hence the nice action shots we have from the day (below).  George Bright, who has close to 30 years of experience in college athletics, also sat in on our conversation. Dr. Spencer Knowledge Bombs Dr. Jarrod Spencer, Sports Psychologist, Mind of the Athlete Dr. Spencer, Kevin, George Bright Below you will find an outline of our conversation: Dr. Spencer's definition of toughness: like the classic definition; being comfortable being uncomfortable (being in

This point in the fall season is often a time when many athletes athletic career's come to an end.  For many, senior day/night comes and goes faster than you were able to process the fact that it was most likely the last time you will ever step foot on the field/court/etc. For others, maybe a career ending injury shattered your dreams of playing at the next level.  Regardless, a day will come when playing sports comes to an end for every athlete.  Unfortunately, there usually no roadmap, lesson plan, tutorial or guide given to you to show you what your next step should be or what will fill the void left your life.  After I suffered a career ending brain injury during a high school football game, feelings of confusion, hopelessness and insecurity quickly crept into my life with full vigor. I only ever knew myself as an athlete, a football player and a baseball player.  What was I without these outlets to prove my "worth?"  Honestly, I felt like I was nothing and a nobody. These feelings stuck around with me for close to 4 years.  Fortunately, there is help out there and my goal with this episode is to prevent other athletes from feeling how I felt.  This week on the podcast we hear from Dr. Jarrod Spencer, Sports Psychologist, President and Founder of Mind of the Athlete.  He is the creator of the Mind of the Athlete Program, a cutting edge video and audio sports psychology curriculum. This program, made up of sixteen videos, sixteen accompanying worksheets, and ten CD’s, is currently used worldwide in countries such as South Africa, Ireland, and South Korea.  He is also author of the book The Sky is Not the Limit: Discovering the True North for Your Life's Path. Dr. Jarrod Spencer works with professional, Olympic, college, and high school athletes, coaches, and teams across the country. In addition to serving as the Sports Psychologist for athletic teams at such schools as University of Maryland, Old Dominion University, Lehigh University, and Lafayette College, Dr. Spencer also works individually with athletes from University of Michigan, University of North Carolina, Ohio State, Cal Poly, Princeton, and many more.     As an athlete, Dr. Spencer was an All-State high school wrestler who captained his team to back-to-back New Jersey State Championships. While in college, he was a record-setting tailback for the Lafayette College football team until his career ended due to suffering multiple concussions.  Dr. Spencer knows all too well of the mental and emotional struggles athletes face in their search to find an identity outside of sports.  In this episode, Dr. Spencer gives you the tools to make this transition easier than ours was.  Some of our talking points can be found below: Mind of the Athlete Sports Psychologist, Dr. Jarrod Spencer, discusses how to pay attention to the emotions associated with rehabbing an injury and steps necessary to recover properly.

This week on the Heads 'N Tales podcast I traveled down to Princeton University to interview Chuck Dibilio.  I asked my friend Cory Weissman (Episode 6) to join me for this interview because, like Chuck, he is also a stroke survivor.  Chuck went from breaking Ivy League Rushing Records, to being told he could never play football again when he suffered a life-threatening stroke after his freshman season.  Prior to the stroke, Chuck became first Princeton player to earn Ivy League Rookie of the Year honors since 1983 and was named to the first-team All-Ivy League after finishing second in the Ivy League in rushing with 1,068 yards (6th best in Princeton History).   It was only a couple of months after this impressive season that Chuck suffered the stoke that changed his life forever.  It was interesting to have both Cory and Chuck's perspectives in the interview because they were affected by the strokes oppositely.  Cory was effected physically through paralysis and Chuck struggled cognitively, especially with speech and writing.  Chuck gave us some great advice on finding an identity after your sport is taken away from you whether it is one game, a season or a career.  In this episode Chuck specifically talks about the devastation and anger he felt when the team doctor told him he could never play football again.  Chuck doesn't know where he would be today if it weren't for the work he did with Sport Psychologist, Dr. Jarrod Spencer (soon to be on the podcast). You can subscribe to Jarrod's blog through the link in the prior sentence. Specifically, Chuck talks about "Following the energy" in transitioning to a life without football. This means that you should search for things in the world that give you that feeling in your gut that football, or whatever sport, gave you.  For Chuck (and myself), CrossFit gave him that feeling back. Below is a documentary on Chuck's transition to life after football: Before Chuck went to Princeton he was a stand-out athlete at Nazareth High School.  Chuck earned second-team all-state honors at running back and rushed for more than 2,000 yards as a senior. In that season, he averaged 9.2 yards per carry and scored 32 touchdowns.  Chuck's career numbers at Nazareth were 4,902 all-purpose, 4,366 rushing yards and scored 57 career touchdowns.  It should come as no surprise that these stats earned Chuck nine school records and nine conference records. As Cory alluded to in the interview, Chuck also lettered in basketball and scored 1,375 career points and earned first-team all-conference and all-area honors.  Chuck also put's the "dumb jock" stereotype to rest because he was also a member of the National Honor Society.  I'm pretty sure graduating with a degree from Princeton University speaks for itself. Lastly, Chuck's senior highlight tape is featured below. His athleticism, determination and work ethic are obvious though-out the clip, however it is the run at 4:23 that impresses me most.  On this play it looks to be about 1st & 10 from the +12.  Chuck receives a pitch and proceeds to run-over two defenders on his way to scoring a touchdown.  We talked about situations like this during the interview, when everyone in the stadium knows you are getting ball and you have

Before St. Paul's Episcopal School 8th grader Ostin McPherson makes Sports Illustrated's Faces in the Crowd next week, his coach Jimmy Perry joins High School Football America host Jeff Fisher to talk about McPherson's 204 yard rushing game on October 28th. Also on this edition of High School Football America, Fisher talks with Larry "Bud" Wright of Sheridan High School, who became Indiana's all-time winningest coach with his 369th victory last Friday. Fisher also chats with Pittsburgh Tribune-Review sports writer Jason Cato, who discusses his recent article on the spread of gambling into high school football. Plus, Dr. Jarrod Spencer of Mind of the Athlete joins Fisher to talk about an incident at at Memphis-area high school last week that caused Collierville (Tennessee) head football coach Shawn Abel to resign after a high-intensity locker room speech was taped and put on YouTube.

Chad Hornik, new head football coach at Thomas Jefferson High School (Richmond, VA), has been charged with changing the school's football tradition. Hornik joins High School Football America host Jeff Fisher to talk about the changes he's making in hopes of ending the Vikings' 41-game losing streak. Also on the show is Vince Leveille, former coach at Vassar High School (Michigan), who talks about his former player Travis Mills, who lost all four of his limbs after stepping on a landmine during his third tour of duty as a Marine in Afghanistan in April. If you'd like to help Travis, his wife and their young daughter, please visit www.travismills.org. The show wraps-up with a visit from sports psychologist Dr. Jarrod Spencer of Mind of the Athlete, who talks about the recent suicide of Junior Seau and concussions in football at all levels. For more info, go to https://highschoolfootballamerica.com