

MindStrong
Lewis Hatchett
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.
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Jan 3, 2024 • 55min
#184 - Carla Molinaro - Why Having A Game Plan Works
Carla Molinaro is an Ultra Runner, 50km World Champion, World Record Holder for LEJOG and Founder of SCY for Runners.
Expect to learn how having a race plan can prepare you for challenges, how to control your controllables, using play within your performance and much more.
Follow Carla on Instagram - @carlamolinaro
Get 20% of MindStrong Sport subscriptions mindstrongsport.com/checkout (Use code raisingyourgame)
Get your Free 4-Minute Self-Confidence Course by clicking here
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Dec 15, 2023 • 1h 30min
#183 - Prof Adam Nicholls - Coping, Leadership and Support for Athletes and Coaches
Adam Nicholls is a Professor of Psychology at the University of Hull and an Author.
Expect to learn what Brazilian Ju Jitsu can teach about performing under pressure, preparation and psychological focus in competition, coping strategies for athletes during season and in competition, knowing when to use information and emotional support in coaching, developing leadership in athletes, and much more.
Follow Adam on Linkedin
Get 20% of MindStrong Sport subscriptions mindstrongsport.com/checkout (Use code raisingyourgame)
Get your Free 4-Minute Self-Confidence Course by clicking here
Connect:
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To sponsor or contact the show visit: podcast.lewishatchett.com

Dec 3, 2023 • 58min
#182 - Dan Abrahams - How to Be An Effective Sport Psychologist
Dan Abrahams is a sports psychologist and host of The Sport Psych Show.
Expect to learn the importance of understanding the human in high-performance dance, the biopsychosocial model, the importance of coaches buying into psychology, Dan‘s opinion on what makes an effective practitioner, and much more
Follow Dan on Twitter and Linkedin
Listen to The Sport Psych Show
Get 20% of MindStrong Sport subscriptions mindstrongsport.com/checkout (Use code raisingyourgame)
Get your Free 4-Minute Self-Confidence Course by clicking here
Connect:
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TikTok: @lewis_hatchett
To sponsor or contact the show visit: podcast.lewishatchett.com

Nov 21, 2023 • 1h 44min
#181 - Tim Harkness - Former Chelsea FC Psychologist on Mental Strength in Sport.
Tim Harkness is the Head of Sport Science and Psychology at Chelsea Football Club and an Author.
Expect to learn what we can learn from the Springboks and All Blacks, balancing ego and purpose, performing under pressure, understanding fear, mental health in sport, teaching resilience and mental strength, and much more.
Tim's Recommendation: Never Split the Difference Book
Buy Tim's book - 10 Rules for Talking
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Nov 14, 2023 • 1h 33min
#180 - Oliver Lam-Watson - How To Make The Most Of What You Have
Oliver Lam-Watson is a British Paralympic Silver and Bronze Medalist in wheelchair fencing.
Expect to learn: what makes an athlete elite, the different levels of being an athlete, perceptions and challenges of disability athletics, masculinity and disability, acceptance and appreciation of disability, and much more.
(01:01) - From Disability to Paralympic Athlete
(07:60) - Athletics Asymmetry Management and Recovery
(21:07) - Levels of Athletes
(24:39) - Defining Athleticism and Results
(28:42) - Elite Athlete Lifestyle and Recovery
(40:39) - Importance of Understanding Athletes' Energy Sources
(44:19) - Perceptions and Challenges in Disability Athletics
(49:47) - Para Fencing, Tactics, and Masculinity
(57:61) - Exploring Masculinity and Disability
(01:10:01) - Masculinity and Vulnerability in 300
(01:21:15) - Acceptance and Appreciation of Disability
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To sponsor or contact the show visit: podcast.lewishatchett.com

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.
Follow the Understanding Men Podcast here
Follow Luke on Instagram
(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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Connect:
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To sponsor or contact the show visit: podcast.lewishatchett.com

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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To sponsor or contact the show visit: podcast.lewishatchett.com

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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Connect with Lewis at:
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For more on the podcast visit http://www.lewishatchett.com/podcast
Contact the show at podcast@lewishatchett.com

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
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:
TikTok: @lewis_hatchett
Instagram: @lewishatchett
For more on the podcast visit http://www.lewishatchett.com/podcast
Contact the show at podcast@lewishatchett.com