Aaron Walsh, a mental skills performance expert, discusses the importance and integration of mental skills in sports. He emphasizes their role in differentiating successful athletes, especially in high-pressure situations. Walsh advocates for treating mental skills like any other skill and integrating them into coaching, recruitment, and training decisions. This episode also explores the cultural significance of rugby in New Zealand and the perception versus reality of the mental side in sports performance.

Aaron Walsh, an experienced Performance Coach, discusses strategies for developing mental skills in teams. They cover the role of mental toughness in elite sports, athletes taking ownership of their careers, and why psychology degrees aren't necessary for strengthening mental skills. They also explore the challenges of athlete careers, the importance of mental skills training, and the impact of the fear of failure on innovation and creativity.