
MindStrong
Whether you're an athlete, entrepreneur or student, making sense of the world right now is more challenging than ever. Navigating this landscape demands resilience, accountability, mental fortitude, emotional intelligence, and the courage to embrace vulnerability. Listen to some of the world's most insightful individuals to help make sense of it all. The path isn’t easy, but a strong mind will find a way.
Latest episodes

Nov 7, 2023 • 1h 6min
#179 - Luke Sutton - Do We Need to Rebrand Vulnerability in Men?
Luke Sutton is a former professional cricketer, agent, and host of the Understanding Men Podcast.
Expect to learn: whether athletes can be too nice to the opposition, how sledging in cricket can be a good thing, understanding men, how young men need role models, how to show vulnerability with strength and courage, the importance of how vulnerability from a man is received, and much more.
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(01:49) - The Summer of Cricket
(09:53) - Cricket Contracts and Player Autonomy Changes
(16:22) - The Nature of Competition in Cricket
(27:03) - The Concept of Sledging in Cricket
(35:33) - Understanding Men
(49:45) - Embracing Vulnerability in Men
(55:02) - Exploring Masculinity and Personal Growth
(01:05:15) - Living With Integrity and Reliable Friendship
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Oct 24, 2023 • 1h 55min
#178 - Tom Mitchell - What Is The Cost of Excellence?
Tom Mitchell is a former England Rugby 7 captain and commentator.
Returning to the podcast for a second time, expect to learn: the pain and beauty of tight matches, how to build culture and motivation as a team, how adversity motivates athletes, the importance of shared experience, understanding your personal motivation, why leaders should own their mistakes, the importance of creating enough challenge and support, and much more.
(00:01:40) - England vs South Africa Rugby Analysis
(13:38) - The Power of Team Motivation
(19:18) - Culture and Overcoming Adversity in Sports
(32:19) - Intrinsic Motivation and Owning Mistakes
(39:56) - Continuous Learning and Humility in Leadership
(49:02) - Coaching Elite Athletes
(01:03:23) - The Power and Challenges of Authenticity
(01:13:34) - The Power of Curiosity and Authenticity
(01:21:34) - Cost of Excellence and Personal Sacrifice
(01:31:44) - Line Between Discomfort and Pain
(01:38:13) - Creating Personal Challenges and Finding Support
(01:42:25) - Support, Accountability, and Personal Growth.
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Oct 10, 2023 • 15min
#177 - Why I Started Therapy
On World Mental Health Day, Lewis talks about a recent journey of starting therapy and his experiences navigating the process of finding the right therapist, battling societal stereotypes and prejudices, and the transformation he underwent in starting to uncover parts of himself. This candid discussion hopes to shed light on the importance of mental health and the role therapy can play in our personal growth and becoming the best version of yourself for you and those around you.
00:13 - Exploring the Importance of Therapy
13:54 - Taking Brave Steps Towards Personal Growth
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Sep 19, 2023 • 31min
#176 - A Guide To Mindfulness in Sport
What do Novak Djokovic, LeBron James, Erling Haaland, and the late Kobe Bryant have in common? They all practice mindfulness. In this episode, Lewis discusses mindfulness and how being present can greatly improve the mind-body connection, allowing you to tap into your optimal performance zone.
Expect to learn:
● Getting started on mindfulness
● The benefits of practicing mindfulness
● How to start your mindfulness journey as an athlete
● Ways to cultivate curiosity in your mindfulness practice
● Why mindfulness and meditation are not the same thing
● How being present can give you the mental edge during games
[00:00] Introduction
[02:10] Mindfulness in sports
[03:40] Lewis’ journey to mindfulness
[04:23] The difference between mindfulness and meditation
[07:00] The benefits of learning to be mindful
[11:11] Self-awareness and the curiosity that comes with mindfulness
[16:41] When and how to be mindful every day
[19:40] Tips for mindful living
[22:05] Using mindfulness for better mental performance
[24:39] The burden of mindfulness
[27:12] Parting thoughts
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Sep 12, 2023 • 60min
#175 - James Bracey - How To Earn the Right To Turn Pro
James Bracey is an English cricketer who plays for Gloucestershire County Cricket Club. James made his international debut for the England cricket team in June 2021.
Expect to hear about:
● Earning the right to play in a team
● Maintaining confidence after a poor performance
● How to handle conflict in your team as the captain
● What it takes to go from amateur to playing professionally
● How to unlink your self-worth from past performances and much more
[00:00] Introduction
[00:50] The Experience of Playing County Cricket
[02:10] What It's Like Being the Captain of a Team
[04:03] Leading the Self-Leaders in Your Team
[07:54] Understanding Body Language in Leadership
[10:59] How to Review Games That Ended Badly
[15:35] James' Journey Into Cricket
[18:32] Going Pro and Saying Yes to Every Opportunity
[21:55] Earning the Right to Play
[26:56] Advice to Young Cricket Players
[30:19] How to Overcome Your Fear of Asking Questions
[32:30] How the Best Teams Are Born
[34:10] The Benefits of Helping Others
[36:28] The Good Characteristics You Need to Go From Amateur to Pro
[38:48] James Playing For England
[40:26] Bouncing Back After a Poor Performance
[43:13] Biggest Lessons Learned From Playing For England
[45:40] Your Performance is Not Linked to Your Self-Worth
[49:04] A Look at England's Bazball Revolution
[55:27] What James Reads, Watches, and Listens To
[57:15] Parting Thoughts
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Sep 5, 2023 • 1h 42min
#174 - Clay Stephens - Why We Need To Let Go of Perfection
Clay Stephens is a gymnast on the Australian Olympic team. Having competed in the World Championships and Commonwealth Games, he has done all this while overcoming the condition, Poland Syndrome (the same as Lewis).
Expect to hear about:
[00:00] Introduction
[04:07] Clay and Lewis’ relationship with Poland Syndrome
[07:14] What stories are you telling yourself?
[13:02] Body Dysmorphia in men
[15:24] How to have a better relationship with the voices in your head
[18:55] Managing stress and conflict with humor
[21:50] There’s no such thing as perfect
[24:21] What Clay does differently compared to other athletes
[28:56] Lewis’ admiration for gymnastics
[32:10] The stretching and warming up side of gymnastics
[35:55] How to manage injuries as an athlete
[37:20] Building confidence after a nasty injury
[40:29] Why having fun in sports is crucial for athletes
[46:05] How to overcome mental blocks after an injury
[50:18] The mental process of executing a gymnastic move
[54:58] How to fix your relationship with perfectionism
[58:01] Clay’s relationship with failure
[01:03:12] Good coaches know how to balance critiques and praise
[01:08:41] Building the best team environment for athletes
[01:11:38] What businesses can learn from sports about culture
[01:14:47] Playing through pain
[01:19:05] Understand that you don’t have to live in pain forever
[01:24:21] The difference between experience and performance
[01:31:05] Ways to become an adaptable perfectionist
[01:35:31] Sports environments shaping who we are
[01:37:17] Parting thoughts
Get my Free Friday email 'The Game Plan': https://www.lewishatchett.com/the-game-plan
Join the MindStrong Academy (14-Day Free Trial): mindstrong.lewishatchett.com
Connect with Lewis at:
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Instagram: @lewishatchett
For more on the podcast visit http://www.lewishatchett.com/podcast
Contact the show at podcast@lewishatchett.com

Aug 29, 2023 • 42min
#173 - Jofra Archer - Why Everything Happens for a Reason
Jofra Archer is a England and Sussex Cricketer. He made his international debut for England in May 2019 and was part of the England squad that won the 2019 Cricket World Cup. Expect to learn; ways to stay calm under pressure, how to never have a bad game twice, the benefits of having a positive attitude when injured, and the best way to balance skill training and recovery. Connect with Lewis at:TikTok: @lewis_hatchettInstagram: @lewishatchettFor more on the podcast visit http://www.lewishatchett.com/podcastContact the show at podcast@lewishatchett.com

Aug 22, 2023 • 21min
#172 - The Mistakes You’re Making with Your Coach
Learn about the mistakes athletes make with their coaches, including relying too much on parents, not taking ownership of their careers, and not asking the right questions. Explore the importance of taking feedback like a pro, training beyond coaching hours, and seeking advice and feedback from coaches.

Aug 15, 2023 • 59min
#171 - Tom Mitchell - Being an Authentic Leader
Former rugby sevens captain Tom Mitchell discusses the foundation of authentic leadership, working with introverted athletes, perfectionism, doubt, and the benefits of having role models. He emphasizes the importance of values, mindset, and fighting the culture of comparison in sports.

Aug 8, 2023 • 35min
#170 - How to Deal with Poor Performances
Learn how to bounce back from poor performances, manage emotions after a bad game, and develop the right mindset. Discover the dangers of not moving on from failure, the benefits of reviewing performances, and how to create a plan for improvement. Also, explore strategies for dealing with poor performances, acknowledging insufficiencies, and promoting personal growth.