Dr. Jim Loehr, an expert in mental toughness, discusses the importance of the stories we tell ourselves and how they impact success. He shares reflection questions, the power of rituals for anxiety, and effective recovery time usage. Topics include empowering narratives, shaping inner voices for growth, drug addiction consequences, peak performance secrets, and internal/external control for success.

"The power broker in your life is the voice that no one hears. How well you revisit the tone and content of your private voice is what determines the quality of your life. It is the master storyteller, and the stories we tell ourselves are our reality." — Dr. Jim LoehrDr. Jim Loehr is a world-renowned performance psychologist and author of 17 books, including his most recent, Leading with Character, which also comes with “The Personal Credo Journal: A Companion to Leading with Character.”He also co-authored the national bestseller The Power of Full Engagement.From his more than 30 years of experience and applied research, Dr. Loehr believes the single most important factor in successful achievement, personal fulfillment, and life satisfaction is the strength of one’s character. 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Dr. Jim Loehr, one of the world’s leading experts on sports psychology, joins the WHOOP Podcast for an in-depth discussion on mental performance. Dr. Loehr joins VP of Performance Kristen Holmes to share what he’s learned in over 30 years of research. He dives deep on mental toughness, the connection between physical and mental strength, how to manage your energy levels and overcome stress, and the importance of finding your purpose in life. Dr. Loehr discusses mental toughness (2:38), performing in the moment (7:56), preparation and good habits (11:30), the connection between body and mind (17:23), energy (19:54), navigating life (27:08), purpose (31:24), training the brain (34:20), life's choices (42:29),  motivation (52:35), and dealing with adversity (56:20).Support the show

Dr. Jim Loehr, a renowned performance psychologist, delves into self-development, aligning inner and outer voices, and creating character. Topics include building character through sports, transforming inner voices, and crafting a personal credo. He shares insights on journaling, self-coaching, and aligning voices for purpose.

Jim Loehr, a world-renowned performance psychologist, discusses building mental toughness, discovering purpose, and leaving a legacy. They explore emulating role models, finding true north, and the eight words on your tombstone. They also delve into mental toughness training in sports, flow state, and training challenges during COVID-19. Jim emphasizes the importance of the inner voice as a coach and leading with character. They touch on energy as the most valuable asset and share Jim's mantra for personal growth and improvement.

Jim Loehr, an expert in changing life stories, discusses the impact of personal narratives on behaviors. He emphasizes the need to align our stories with reality to prevent issues. Topics include rewriting victim mindsets, transforming negative narratives through cursive writing, and empowering oneself through storytelling.

It’s hard to believe, 2021 is almost over. It’s been a huge year – for WHOOP and for the WHOOP community.  It goes without saying that so many of our guests have inspired us, have made us think, and have challenged us to be the best version of ourselves. This episode looks back at some of the standout moments from the podcast in 2021, including from Alex Honnold (2:04), Rich Roll (8:04), Steve-O (12:29), Dr. Jim Loehr on the performance mindset (15:13), Dr. Meeta Singh on the science of sleep (19:35), Patrick Mahomes (23:18), Eli Manning and Larry Fitzgerald (26:41), Tom Daley (28:32), Gabby Thomas (30:23), Emily Capodilupo on COVID vaccine research (32:08), and Dr. Stacy Sims on women's physiology and performance (34:26). Support the show

In this engaging conversation, Jim Loehr, a leading expert in performance psychology, reveals the crucial role of the inner coaching voice for athletes. He discusses how self-talk and storytelling can transform one's mindset, leading to greater success both on the field and in life. Jim shares practical strategies for cultivating a positive inner voice, empowering listeners to face challenges with resilience. Through constructive storytelling, he illustrates how athletes can shift from negativity to a growth-oriented perspective.

Performance psychologist Jim Loehr discusses building healthy teams by listening to your inner coach, resetting energy, and promoting oxytocin flow. He emphasizes the importance of mental strength in sports and fostering connection in leadership for optimal performance.

Dr. Jim Loehr and Caren Kenney discuss character in leadership, integrity, ethical decision-making, and building a trustworthy system for success. They emphasize the importance of purpose-driven habits, self-worth, and ethical leadership for a positive legacy.