Dr. Nate Zinsser, Director of West Point's Performance Psychology Program, brings over three decades of expertise in building unshakeable confidence. He discusses the art of overcoming negative self-talk and transforming imposter syndrome into a path for growth. Learn about the powerful mental strategies athletes use, including lessons from Lady Gaga, and the importance of reframing setbacks. Zinsser emphasizes developing a constructive mindset and daily practices that enhance self-belief and performance across life's challenges.

Dr. Nate Zinsser shares expertise on confidence and the value of objective awareness. Josh Peck recounts his inspiring sobriety journey, offering insights on personal growth. Annie Duke emphasizes the importance of recognizing when to walk away from misaligned commitments. Amy Morin discusses developing mental strength and overcoming obstacles. Paul Bloom highlights the need to acknowledge our biases, while Yung Pueblo advocates for prioritizing the common good in our pursuits. Together, they explore the profound nuances of habits and decision-making.

Nate Zinsser: The Confident Mind Nate Zinsser is an expert in the psychology of human performance. He has been at the forefront of applied sport psychology for over thirty years. He has been a regular consultant to the Philadelphia Flyers and New York Giants as well as a consultant for the FBI Academy, the U.S. Army World Class Athlete Program, the U.S. Army Recruiting Command, and the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit. Since 1992 he has directed a cutting edge applied sport psychology program at the United States Military Academy’s Center for Enhanced Performance, personally conducting over seventeen thousand individual training sessions and seven hundred team training sessions for cadets seeking the mental edge for athletic, academic, and military performance. His most recent book is titled The Confident Mind: A Battle-Tested Guide for Unshakable Performance*. In this conversation, Nate and I explore the reality that almost every leader faces: continual challenges to our own confidence. We examine some of the misconceptions around confidence and how those misperceptions tend to limit us. Then, we discuss the most effective practices you can use to maintain — and improve — the confidence that you’ve already built. Key Points It’s a misconception that once you become confident, you’ll stay that way forever. Confidence has little to do with what happens to you and tons to do with how you think about what happens to you. For a more constructive attitude when bad things happen, use these three elements: decide that it’s temporary, limited, and non-representative. To win the battle with your own negative thinking, acknowledge the negativity, silence it, and then replace it with something better to get the last word. Protecting your confidence is an ongoing practice. You’ll never stop doing it — but the good news is that it will give you an edge if you can develop this practice. Resources Mentioned The Confident Mind: A Battle-Tested Guide for Unshakable Performance* by Nate Zinsser Interview Notes Download my interview notes in PDF format (free membership required). Related Episodes The Way to Make Sense to Others, with Tom Henschel (episode 518) How to Build Confidence, with Katy Milkman (episode 533) How to Speak Up, with Connson Locke (episode 546) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Dr. Nate Zinsser, the Director of West Point's Performance Psychology Program, discusses his book on cultivating unshakable confidence. He emphasizes the distinction between true confidence and ego, particularly under pressure. Zinsser advocates for building confidence through tangible experiences and a mental bank of positive memories. He also explores the importance of resilience in sports and life, and the need for moral courage in leadership. Insightful anecdotes illustrate how mindset shapes performance and highlights a growth approach to success.

Dr. Nate Zinsser, sports psychology mentor for elite athletes and soldiers, discusses developing mental toughness and confidence. Topics include the importance of confidence and self-reflection, cueing conviction and focus, writing down daily ESP check-ins, the remarkable story of Kyle Carpenter, rebuilding confidence and protecting growth, and exploring the red pencil mentality and addressing internal thoughts.

Dr. Nate Zinsser is an expert in the psychology of human performance who consults to individuals and organizations seeking a competitive edge. He is the director of west point’s influential performance psychology program. His new book is The Confident Mind: A Battle Tested Guide to Unshakeable Performance.In this discussion, we not only define confidence but debunk some commonly held beliefs on what it means to have confidence in yourself despite that voice in your head that's always saying you're not good enough.This episode is brought to you by:Lexus Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Nate Zinsser, experienced in training cadets and coaching world-class athletes, discusses the importance of confidence and self-belief. They challenge assumptions about confidence and share practical tools for building it. They explore overcoming the fear of public speaking, changing attitudes towards women and confidence, being prepared in the theatre industry, and seizing opportunities. The podcast concludes with gratitude and promotions for skincare and climate crisis podcasts.

Dr. Nate Zinsser, a renowned performance psychology expert and director of the Performance Psychology Program at West Point, shares insights on building unshakable confidence. He discusses Eli Manning's journey, emphasizing self-belief in high-pressure situations. Dr. Zinsser explores the concept of a 'mental bank account' for positive memories and how to reframe setbacks as growth opportunities. He advocates for a balanced view of success, focusing on personal satisfaction over external validation, making mental toughness approachable for everyone.

Dr. Nate Zinsser discusses the role of the mind in human performance, covering topics like confidence, repetition, and the importance of mindset. He shares insights on parenting, physiology, and the impact of mentors. Embrace your abilities and activate your potential with this inspiring chat.

Dr. Nate Zinsser and Jocko Willink discuss fostering positive inner dialogue, extreme ownership, and the power of affirmations in self-development. They emphasize taking responsibility, eliminating excuses, and listening to the 'winner' voice over the 'whiner' voice.