SuperPsyched with Dr. Adam Dorsay #266 When Seconds Count | Chicago Bears Mental Skills Trainer, US Army Lt Colonel Andy Riise
In this episode of SuperPsyched, Dr. Adam Dorsay interviews Lt. Col. Andy Riise, a military veteran with extensive experience in mental skills training, who has worked with the NFL's Chicago Bears and major league baseball teams. Andy shares his journey from a West Point football player to a decorated army officer, and how these experiences shaped his approach to resilience and mental toughness. He discusses the importance of getting comfortable with discomfort, shares insights on realistic thinking, and highlights the significance of motivational interviewing in leadership and parenting. Through his story, Andy emphasizes the role of mental fitness in achieving peak performance in all areas of life.
00:00 Introduction to SuperPsyched
00:28 Meet Lieutenant Colonel Andy Riise
02:16 Andy's Military Background and Transition
04:36 Mental Skills Training and Resilience
07:19 Challenges and Triumphs
12:10 The Importance of Asking for Help
20:24 Getting Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable
23:09 The Importance of Varied Workouts
23:40 Misconceptions About Suffering
24:53 The Four Phases of Performance
26:45 Building Rapport with Athletes
30:50 Leadership and Family Values
37:23 The Power of Realistic Thinking
41:13 The Four Cs of Mental Fitness
44:27 Motivational Interviewing: A Key Skill
46:33 Final Thoughts and Reflections
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