Grateful and Full of Greatness with Mark Glicini

Mark Glicini
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Mark Glicini is a renowned mental performace coach. Inside these discussions, he dives deeply into strategies that lead to peak performance. In addition to his work in the field of Sport & Performance Psychology, he remains a professional lacrosse player, certified fitness trainer and nutritionist. Mark works with elite high school, collegiate, and professional athletes, as well as Olympians and executives. Each guest on this podcast not only understands what it takes to reach greatness, he or she remains in constant pursuit of it. Topics include physical strength and conditioning, mental health, nutrition, high performance techniques and spiritual growth.

  1. May 30

    Breakdown to Breakthrough: The Origin Story of a Mental Performance Coach

    Episode Summary In this special Mental Health Awareness Month episode, producer Jackson comes out from behind the camera to sit down with mental performance coach, Mark Glicini. Jackson asks the questions Mark usually asks others. What was Mark's own turning point for prioritizing his mental, emotional, and spiritual health? How did injury and illness shape the coach he became? Could words like "help," "stress," and "therapy" be seen in positive lights? Mark talks about the difference between mental health and mental performance, the stigma attached to the topic itself, and the benefits of training one's mind... instead of attempting to change it.  What We Cover • Mark's origin story: injury, his mother's cancer diagnosis, and the how breakdowns led to a breakthrough • Why hurting does not immediately lead one to ask for help — and how the dog-on-a-nail story explains it • O.A.F. Framework: overwhelm, anger, and fear as reasons for being clumsy • What help actually means for high performers • How to reprogram one's belief system to empower one's actions • The difference between thinking, believing, and knowing • Healthy stress vs. chronic stress — why dosage matters most • Clean vs dirty fuel sources, such as purpose and love vs anger and fear • The continuum of mental health and mental performance; they are not separate • Why pouring into others is one of the most powerful mental health tools there is - the more we give, the more we live  Key Takeaways Mental toughness is how quickly we shift from feelings to focus Limiting beliefs have one job: to keep us safe - which is why limiting beliefs keep individuals feeling stuck  Acute stress strengthens us; chronic stress destroys us slowly... and then all at once - dosage is everything Heroes and villains share similar backstories; the difference is what they do with their internal fires The more we train our minds, the more it gets out of the way About Mark Glicini Mark Glicini is a mental performance coach, lacrosse professional, and founder of the Meaningful Growth Foundation — a 501(c)(3) that provides direct financial aid to cancer patients and their families. Drawing on his own story of adversity, faith, and resilience, Mark works with athletes, executives, and high performers to help them shift from fear-based to faith-based performance. His work sits at the intersection of sports psychology, identity, and purpose-driven living. This episode is sponsored by: WHOOP — FREE BAND + FREE 1ST-MONTH SUBSCRIPTION: https://join.whoop.com/mgpp THORNE — 25% OFF ALL SUPPLEMENTS: https://www.thorne.com/u/markglicini Other Ways to Listen and Watch  Listen/Watch on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Ruq1L8SNPyGmAqLdrVAVQ  Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grateful-and-full-of-greatness-with-mark-glicini/id1498665905?uo=4 Visit Mark Glicini's Website: https://www.markglicini.com/

    29 min

  2. May 15

    From His Worst Season to Goalie of the Year | Kyle Bernlohr

    What do you do after your worst season? Kyle Bernlohr went all in — and won PLL Goalie of the Year. Here's how. Former Premier Lacrosse League Goalie of the Year, 6x All-Star, 3x Champion, and now head lacrosse coach at Saint Ignatius in Ohio, Kyle Bernlohr sits down with Mark Glicini to discuss how "proving it" follows preparation.  Results come after the work. Consistency is derived from discipline. Listeners hear what happens when the game you love starts loving you back in a different way. Diving into the psychology of playing one of sport's loneliest positions, Kyle vulnerably shares the highs and lows of competing as a goalie.  Beyond lacrosse, Mark & Kyle explore identity, the most important principles of the mental game, and what it takes to become great! What We Cover What it means to play an individual position inside a team sport The control freak mentality — when it serves you and when it stops working How composure is being fast with your body and slow with your mind What Kyle changed in 2022 to win PLL Goalie of the Year after his worst season The trust dynamic between a goalie and his defense — and why it changes everything How to coach every athlete differently based on what makes them tick Journaling, film study, and the pre-season planning system that fueled his best years Navigating back surgery, a dislocated elbow, and returning from injury without losing confidence Why you can never want it more than your players What greatness actually looks like when you zoom all the way out Key Takeaways Preparation breeds confidence — do the dirty work so the outcome takes care of itself Zoom out before you spiral: one bad game doesn't make you a bad goalie, player, or person You can't be 75% in two places — find where you're most invested and go all in Consistency in preparation, not perfection in outcomes, is the real definition of greatness Connection with your players matters more than information overload — you can never want it more than they do About Kyle Bernlohr Kyle Bernlohr is a professional lacrosse goalie, 2022 PLL Goalie of the Year, multi-time All-Star, and three-time champion. A standout at the University of Maryland, Kyle spent nearly a decade competing at the highest level of the sport before transitioning into coaching. Now in his fourth year as a high school head coach at St. Ignatius, Kyle brings the same obsessive preparation and competitive fire to developing the next generation of players. This episode is sponsored by: WHOOP — FREE BAND + FREE 1ST-MONTH SUBSCRIPTION: https://join.whoop.com/mgpp THORNE — 25% OFF ALL SUPPLEMENTS: https://www.thorne.com/u/markglicini Other Ways to Listen and Watch 🎧 Listen/Watch on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Ruq1L8SNPyGmAqLdrVAVQ 🍎 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grateful-and-full-of-greatness-with-mark-glicini/id1498665905?uo=4 🌐 Visit Mark Glicini's Website: https://www.markglicini.com/

    1h 8m

  3. Apr 30

    What Defines You The Most? with Matt Eversmann

    Episode Summary In this episode, I sit down with Matt Eversmann — the real-life soldier whose story is at the heart of Black Hawk Down — to explore what it truly means to lead under pressure, fail forward, and build an identity that outlasts any uniform or title. We go beyond the battlefield, diving into the connection between high standards, authentic leadership, and the kind of identity that holds when everything else falls away. From the streets of Mogadishu to life after the military, Matt brings hard-won wisdom about what separates managers from leaders, followers from warriors, and a good soldier from a good man. This isn't just about combat or military service. It's about alignment: who you are, what you stand for, and whether your standards can carry you through the chaos. Come into this episode with an open mind. What We Cover Why standards dictate outcomes — before the chaos does The difference between leadership and followership, and why followership may matter more How failure is a detour, not a destination What it looked like to lead Rangers in the battle of Mogadishu — and what actually kept men alive Why kindness and high standards aren't opposites The identity crisis that hits almost every veteran after leaving the military Why "open your rear sight aperture" is the best advice for any major life transition The role of love, brotherhood, and physical affection in building men up Key Takeaways What teachers taught Matt Eversmann about who the real heroes are Why accountability and responsibility are the foundation of everything Standards dictate outcomes before the chaos arrives — build them before you need them You can't yell people into high performance; you can influence them there Identity isn't your rank, your role, or your résumé — it's the quality of person you are to the people closest to you Open your blinders: luck and opportunity are around every corner, but only if you're looking The worst outcome is usually not as bad as we fear — and there's only one report card that matters at the end About Matt Eversmann Matt Eversmann, the real-life soldier whose story is at the heart of Black Hawk Down explains what it truly means to lead under pressure, fail forward, and build an identity that outlasts any job, uniform, or title. Mark and Matt discuss the kind of leader worth following. Topics include high standards, authentic leadership, and the most important question we can ask ourselves. From the streets of Mogadishu to life after the military, Matt brings earned wisdom about what it takes to be a good man. Listeners will hear about the highs and lows of career transition, starting over again and again, as well as war, love, and faith. This episode is sponsored by: WHOOP — FREE BAND + FREE 1ST-MONTH SUBSCRIPTION: https://join.whoop.com/mgpp  THORNE — 25% OFF ALL SUPPLEMENTS: https://www.thorne.com/u/markglicini  Other Ways to Listen and Watch 🎧 Listen/Watch on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Ruq1L8SNPyGmAqLdrVAVQ  🍎 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grateful-and-full-of-greatness-with-mark-glicini/id1498665905?uo=4  🌐 Visit Mark Glicini's Website: https://www.markglicini.com/

    1h 26m

  4. Apr 15

    Surrender to Win with Sting Ray Robb

    Episode Summary What does it truly mean to perform at the highest level — physically, mentally, and spiritually? Mark sits down with Sting Ray Robb to go beyond the track... diving into his connection with Christ, navigation of authentic identity, and the kind of surrender that unlocks peak performance. From a career-defining moment on his knees in the woods to racing 200+ mph in 130°F heat, Sting Ray pulls back the curtain on what it costs, and what He gives, to compete in the IndyCar Series. What might we gain when we fully surrender? Listeners will learn more about motorsport, the sacrifices necessary to win, and what fuels the best at their crafts. What We Cover The tension between controlling the car and surrendering the outcome Why 48 races without a win was preparation, not failure How identity untethered from results actually unlocks better results What it means to race from victory rather than for it The Michelangelo principle: shedding what doesn't belong to rise higher Why smoother hands and smoother feet produce faster lap times The physical demands nobody talks about in IndyCar How to manage the warrior mindset on and off the track What "Seek More" means when glory is the goal Three daily habits Stingray uses to walk closer with Christ Key Takeaways Surrender is not weakness — it's the foundation that frees you to perform Your identity cannot be tied to results in a results-driven industry Efficiency wins. Shedding excess unlocks more than adding effort ever will Pre-brief the people you love before high-stakes moments — don't try to connect during the battle Surround yourself with communities where your ideal behavior is the normal behavior About Stingray Robb Sting Ray Robb is a professional IndyCar driver, God-fearing leader, and faith-driven competitor. Known for his character off the track as well as his performance on it, Sting Ray encourages us to "Seek More." He is an exceptional role model for anyone interested in the intersection of faith, sport, and resilience. Instagram link: https://www.instagram.com/stingrayrobb/  This episode is sponsored by: WHOOP — FREE BAND + FREE 1ST-MONTH SUBSCRIPTION: https://join.whoop.com/mgpp  THORNE — 25% OFF ALL SUPPLEMENTS: https://www.thorne.com/u/markglicini  Other Ways to Listen and Watch 🎧 Listen/Watch on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Ruq1L8SNPyGmAqLdrVAVQ  🍎 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grateful-and-full-of-greatness-with-mark-glicini/id1498665905?uo=4  🌐 Visit Mark Glicini's Website: https://www.markglicini.com/

    58 min

  5. Mar 30

    Sacrificing with Purpose and Living by Faith | EP 81 with Dr. Tag and Steph Wilber

    In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Tag and Steph Wilber, founders of Renewed Performance, to explore what it truly means to live a life of purpose—physically, mentally, and spiritually. We go beyond traditional health and performance, diving into the connection between faith, discipline, and long-term fulfillment. From building trust with clients to stepping into uncomfortable environments to serve others, this conversation challenges the way we think about success, health, and calling. This isn’t just about physical therapy or performance—it’s about alignment: mind, body, and spirit. Come into this episode with an open mind. What We Cover: How trust is built in high-level coaching and clinical relationships Why “say what you’ll do and do what you say” changes everythingThe role of faith in decision-making and entrepreneurship Why enjoyment is the key to long-term fitness and consistency The power of variety vs. routine in training and life What it means to put your “yes on the table” Living with purpose vs. chasing comfort How environment shapes identity and growth The difference between happiness and true joy Why high performers still struggle with meaning and fulfillmentKey Takeaways: Clarity creates confidence. Too many options create anxiety. True health isn’t just physical—it’s spiritual and relational. Growth often requires stepping into discomfort and uncertainty. You can’t live in community with people you keep at arm’s length. The most meaningful life is built through service, not comfort. About Renewed Performance: Renewed Performance is a performance-based physical therapy and coaching company focused on helping individuals move, feel, and live better—without relying on the traditional insurance-based model. This episode is sponsored by:WHOOP OFFER: FREE BAND + FREE 1ST-MONTH SUBSCRIPTION: https://join.whoop.com/mgpp THORNE OFFER: 25% OFF ALL SUPPLEMENTS: https://www.thorne.com/u/markglicini OTHER WAYS TO LISTEN AND WATCH Listen/Watch on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Ruq1L8SNPyGmAqLdrVAVQListen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grateful-and-full-of-greatness-with-mark-glicini/id1498665905?uo=4Visit Mark Glicini's Website: https://www.markglicini.com/ Connect with Renewed Performance Instagram: @renewedpt Website: https://renewed-pt.com

    1h 31m

  6. Mar 1

    Be Humble. Be Hungry. Choose Hard. | Episode 80 with Coach Peter Cordrey

    In Episode 80 of Grateful and Full of Greatness, Mark sits down with Coach Peter Cordray — former All-American goalie at Princeton, 35-year Wall Street veteran, financial literacy teacher, championship lacrosse coach, and deeply faith-filled leader. This conversation explores integrity, culture, humility, adversity, faith, leadership, and what it means to live a life of service. From sitting on the bench freshman year at Princeton to leading championship programs and mentoring young men, Coach Cordray shares lessons that span athletics, business, parenting, and faith. If you are navigating transition in your life — from one chapter to the next — this episode will ground you. CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction & admiration between mentor and mentee 04:30 Woodworking, integrity & building something solid 12:20 Growing up in a family of seven & competitive hunger 20:15 Princeton lacrosse & fighting for your position 27:30 Wall Street, meritocracy & handling loss 35:45 Building culture: Team Before Self (TBS) 44:10 Faith journey, redemption & spiritual acceleration 52:30 Fostering children & the power of presence 01:00:15 Manufacturing adversity & choosing hard 01:08:30 Serve others. Have faith. Run a marathon. KEY TAKEAWAYS • Integrity is consistency all the way through• Culture stems from core values• Hunger must be paired with humility• Leaders elevate others• Protection and preparation are opposite sides of parenting• Faith deepens through adversity• Life is a marathon — keep running SPONSORS WHOOP – FREE band + FREE first-month subscription https://join.whoop.com/mgpp Thorne – 25% OFF supplements https://www.thorne.com/u/markglicini

    1h 16m

  7. Jan 31

    Secrets to Success from a Mentor | Dr. Cristina Versari | EP 79

    In this powerful and deeply reflective episode of the Grateful and Full of Greatness Podcast, Mark Glicini sits down once again with his mentor, Dr. Cristina Versari, for a conversation that goes far beyond performance and success. Dr. Versari shares her personal story in greater depth—growing up with unwavering belief from her mother, surviving a life-altering traumatic event at 18, and how that experience reshaped her worldview, purpose, and mission to help others. Together, Mark and Dr. Versari explore the transformative power of mentors, belief systems, environment, and decision-making, and why success is less about talent and more about clarity, consistency, and conviction. This episode dives into how beliefs are formed, how they can be changed, and why successful people don’t negotiate with themselves when it comes to their goals. From elite athletes and NBA teams to crisis centers and everyday life, Dr. Versari reveals the patterns she’s observed across decades of work in psychology, leadership, and human performance. If you’re navigating hardship, questioning your direction, or searching for a mentor to guide your next chapter, this conversation will challenge you, ground you, and remind you what truly matters. Key Topics Discussed The power of mentors, role models, and belief How childhood environment shapes confidence and discipline Turning trauma into purpose and perspective Why beliefs are not fixed—and how to change limiting ones The difference between wishes and goals (and how to create an action plan) Why environment dictates performanceLeadership, loneliness, and why leaders often walk alone Personality types, Myers-Briggs, and performance in sports and lifeTrust, consistency, and what it really means to help others Why successful people don’t negotiate with themselves Episode Chapters 00:00 – The power of mentors and belief 06:30 – Childhood, confidence, and feeling valuable 13:45 – Trauma at 18 and being given a second chance 21:00 – Pain, mindset, and choosing how you respond 30:00 – Environment dictates performance 38:30 – Personality, feedback, and elite performance 47:30 – Trust, consistency, and human connection 58:30 – Faith, work ethic, and living with purpose 01:10:45 – Goal setting, discipline, and role models 01:22:30 – Final lessons on mentorship and success Featured Guest Dr. Cristina Versari Founder of San Diego University for Integrative Studies Sports Psychologist | Educator | Mentor Website: https://christinaversari.com Dr. Versari has worked with Olympians, NBA players, national teams, crisis centers, and future leaders. Her work focuses on applied psychology, mentorship, and helping people perform at their highest level—on and off the field. Listen / Watch 🌐 Mark Glicini’s Website: https://www.markglicini.com/ Sponsors WHOOP – FREE band + FREE first-month subscription👉 https://join.whoop.com/mgpp Thorne – 25% OFF all supplements👉 https://www.thorne.com/u/markglicini

    1h 40m

  8. 12/24/2025

    John Campana, My Grandfather: Decades of Determination, 75 Years of Marriage & 99 Years of Longevity | EP 78

    On the latest episode of the Grateful And Full Of Greatness Podcast, host Mark Glicini interviews his 99-year-old grandfather, John Campana. John discusses growing up during the Great Depression, serving in the U.S. Army during World War II, and his career in investing. He also shares many life lessons, favorite memories, and words of wisdom to live by. WHOOP OFFER: FREE BAND + FREE 1ST-MONTH SUBSCRIPTION: https://join.whoop.com/mgpp THORNE OFFER: 25% OFF ALL SUPPLEMENTS: https://www.thorne.com/u/markglicini Listen/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZnNdml6HYHdQx48SwmZhWQ Visit Mark Glicini's Website: https://www.markglicini.com/

    1h 22m
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Mark Glicini is a renowned mental performace coach. Inside these discussions, he dives deeply into strategies that lead to peak performance. In addition to his work in the field of Sport & Performance Psychology, he remains a professional lacrosse player, certified fitness trainer and nutritionist. Mark works with elite high school, collegiate, and professional athletes, as well as Olympians and executives. Each guest on this podcast not only understands what it takes to reach greatness, he or she remains in constant pursuit of it. Topics include physical strength and conditioning, mental health, nutrition, high performance techniques and spiritual growth.

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