Mind Over Mental Block

Mandy Patterson
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Is your cheerleader or gymnast stuck in a mental block, fear, or frustration? You’re not alone—and there is a way forward. On The Mind Over Mental Block Podcast, mental performance coach Mandy Patterson helps athletes and parents overcome mental blocks in cheerleading and gymnastics, build confidence in tumbling, and handle competition nerves. Each episode feels like a coaching session—encouraging, practical, and filled with actionable tips for cheerleaders, tips for gymnasts, and support for parents and coaches alike.

  1. How I parent differently as a Mental Performance Coach

    5D AGO

    How I parent differently as a Mental Performance Coach

    NEXT STEPS: I’d love to hear what mindset shifts, tips, or encouragement stood out most for you. Leave a comment and let me know. 🤸‍♀️If your athlete is struggling with a mental block, fear, or competition anxiety and you want real answers and a clear plan 👉BOOK A NO-COST SESSION WITH US! 📣Hit SUBSCRIBE so you never miss a new episode like this one. 📣FOLLOW ME on IG @mandypattersoncoaching for practical mindset tips to break through fear and master your skills! If you’re ready for more support, explore these resources: 🎀 Free Quiz for Parents ➡️ Discover why your athlete is stuck in their skills 🎀 Mental Block Journal for Athletes ➡️ A guided journal to help you overcome mental blocks 🎀Join our MVP list to be the first to know about new content, resources, and special offers Summary: Mandy Patterson shares her unique parenting approach influenced by her work as a mental performance coach. She discusses how she reframes labels, lets life teach lessons, asks guiding questions, and helps her children develop emotional control, all aimed at raising confident, resilient kids. key topics Reframing labels like 'shy' and 'dramatic'Letting life teach lessons through experienceUsing questions instead of feedback to guide childrenHelping kids take control of their emotionsParenting strategies influenced by mental performance coaching Keywordsparenting, mental performance, child development, emotional intelligence, growth mindset

    45 min
  2. How To Stop Overthinking Your Skills

    MAY 4

    How To Stop Overthinking Your Skills

    NEXT STEPS: I’d love to hear what mindset shifts, tips, or encouragement stood out most for you. Leave a comment and let me know. 🤸‍♀️If your athlete is struggling with a mental block, fear, or competition anxiety and you want real answers and a clear plan 👉BOOK A NO-COST SESSION WITH US! 📣Hit SUBSCRIBE so you never miss a new episode like this one. 📣FOLLOW ME on IG @mandypattersoncoaching for practical mindset tips to break through fear and master your skills! If you’re ready for more support, explore these resources: 🎀 Free Quiz for Parents ➡️ Discover why your athlete is stuck in their skills 🎀 Mental Block Journal for Athletes ➡️ A guided journal to help you overcome mental blocks 🎀Join our MVP list to be the first to know about new content, resources, and special offers SUMMARY: In this episode, Mandy Patterson, a mental performance coach, explores how athletes can overcome overthinking and mental blocks. She provides practical strategies to rewire thoughts, manage pressure, and boost confidence in sports. Trying not to think doesn’t work because your brain is wired to keep thinking.Overthinking happens when fear and pressure cause your brain to focus on what could go wrong.Your body reacts physically to your thoughts, which is why overthinking feels so overwhelming.Focusing on what you don’t want or outcomes you can’t control fuels overthinking.Noticing your thoughts and shifting to something helpful and controllable is what actually helps you stop overthinking.CHAPTERS:

    14 min
  3. What To Do When You Don't Feel Supported In The Gym

    APR 27

    What To Do When You Don't Feel Supported In The Gym

    NEXT STEPS:  I’d love to hear what mindset shifts, tips, or encouragement stood out most for you—leave a comment and let me know. If you enjoyed this episode, hit subscribe so you never miss a new one. If you’re ready for more support, explore these resources: Free Quiz for Parents Mental Block Journal for Athletes Join our MVP List to be the first to know about new content, resources, and special offers If your athlete is struggling with a mental block, fear, or competition anxiety and you want real answers and a clear plan 👉 Book a No-Cost Intro Session with Our Team To stay connected and get ongoing encouragement throughout the week, follow me on Instagram and Facebook @mandypattersoncoaching. SUMMARY: In this episode, Mandy Patterson offers practical advice for cheerleaders and gymnasts on how to handle moments when they feel unsupported by coaches, parents, or teammates. She discusses mental blocks, the importance of mindset shifts, and strategies to maintain confidence and focus during challenging times. TAKEAWAYS: When you don’t feel supported, first ask yourself if you’re mind reading or assuming what others think. The way you feel about your performance shapes how you interpret what others say and do. Just because something sounds negative doesn’t mean that’s what was actually meant. Thinking that others don’t support you will hurt your performance more than help it. You can choose to interpret any situation in a way that helps you stay focused and move forward. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Mental Blocks 01:16 Feeling Unsupported in Sports 02:13 Understanding Self-Esteem and Social Approval 05:21 The Concept of Mind Reading 09:12 Dealing with Hurtful Comments 10:49 Transforming Negative Feedback into Positive Motivation 14:17 Empowering Yourself Through Perspective Shift KEYWORDS: mental blocks, sports psychology, support, mindset, gymnastics, cheerleading, mental performance, confidence, coaching, motivation

    16 min
  4. 7 Signs Your Athlete Is Headed Towards A Mental Block

    APR 20

    7 Signs Your Athlete Is Headed Towards A Mental Block

    NEXT STEPS:  I’d love to hear what mindset shifts, tips, or encouragement stood out most for you—leave a comment and let me know. If you enjoyed this episode, hit subscribe so you never miss a new one. If you’re ready for more support, explore these resources: Free Quiz for Parents Mental Block Journal for Athletes Join our MVP List to be the first to know about new content, resources, and special offers If your athlete is struggling with a mental block, fear, or competition anxiety and you want real answers and a clear plan 👉 Book a No-Cost Intro Session with Our Team To stay connected and get ongoing encouragement throughout the week, follow me on Instagram and Facebook @mandypattersoncoaching. Mental blocks build over time through pressure, fear, and unhelpful thinking patterns.Early signs often show up as self-criticism, perfectionism, and needing outside approval.Increased hesitation is usually a sign that trust between mind and body is being disrupted.Pressure-based self-talk makes skills feel heavier and confidence harder to access.Consistent frustration after practice is a strong sign your athlete needs mental game support.CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Mental Blocks 01:22 Identifying Signs of Mental Blocks 03:13 Overly Critical Mindsets 05:41 Perfectionism and Its Impact 07:56 Seeking Approval and Its Consequences 11:46 Pressure-Based Self-Talk 16:21 Frustration and Its Effects 19:20 Conclusion and Resources KEYWORDS: mental blocks, athletic mindset, sports psychology, coaching tips, athlete confidence, cheerleaders, gymnastics, gymnasts

    22 min
  5. Why Mental Blocks Come Back (And How To Overcome Them For Good)

    APR 13

    Why Mental Blocks Come Back (And How To Overcome Them For Good)

    NEXT STEPS:  I’d love to hear what mindset shifts, tips, or encouragement stood out most for you—leave a comment and let me know. If you enjoyed this episode, hit subscribe so you never miss a new one. If you’re ready for more support, explore these resources: Free Quiz for Parents Mental Block Journal for Athletes Join our MVP List to be the first to know about new content, resources, and special offers If your athlete is struggling with a mental block, fear, or competition anxiety and you want real answers and a clear plan 👉 Book a No-Cost Intro Session with Our Team To stay connected and get ongoing encouragement throughout the week, follow me on Instagram and Facebook @mandypattersoncoaching. SUMMARY: In this episode, Mandy Patterson explores why mental blocks in athletes, especially cheerleaders and gymnasts, recur despite overcoming them in the past. She discusses the psychological roots of mental blocks, how pressure and unhelpful patterns contribute, and offers practical strategies to break the cycle for good. TAKEAWAYS: Mental blocks don’t happen overnightMental blocks come back because patterns didn’t changeMost mental blocks are not about injuryMental blocks are driven by fear and pressureYour brain is trying to protect youGetting your skill back doesn’t mean the problem is solvedTrial and error isn’t a long-term solutionMental game skills are the missing pieceAwareness is the first stepYou must catch and shift fear-based thinking CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Mental Blocks 01:30 Understanding the Nature of Mental Blocks 10:21 Strategies to Overcome Mental Blocks KEYWORDS: mental blocks, athletic performance, mental game, cheerleading, gymnastics, confidence, mindset, sports psychology, overcoming fear, mental training

    15 min
  6. How to Build Confidence in Your Skills as an Athlete

    APR 6

    How to Build Confidence in Your Skills as an Athlete

    NEXT STEPS:  I’d love to hear what mindset shifts, tips, or encouragement stood out most for you—leave a comment and let me know. If you enjoyed this episode, hit subscribe so you never miss a new one. If you’re ready for more support, explore these resources: Free Quiz for Parents Mental Block Journal for Athletes Join our MVP List to be the first to know about new content, resources, and special offers If your athlete is struggling with a mental block, fear, or competition anxiety and you want real answers and a clear plan 👉 Book a No-Cost Intro Session with Our Team To stay connected and get ongoing encouragement throughout the week, follow me on Instagram and Facebook @mandypattersoncoaching.SUMMARY: In this episode, Mandy Patterson explores why athletes often lack confidence in their skills and how to build it through mental game strategies. She emphasizes that confidence is a skill that can be practiced and developed, not something you simply have or don't. TAKEAWAYS: Confidence is a belief, not something you earn after success.Confidence is a mental skill that can be practiced and strengthened.Focusing on past successes and experiences builds confidence.Confidence is reactive and tied to results, which can be misleading.You can believe in your ability before actually achieving the skill. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Mental Blocks 01:42 Understanding Confidence in Skills 06:46 The Challenge of Reactive Confidence 09:10 Building Confidence Intentionally 12:36 Conclusion and Encouragement KEYWORDS: confidence, mental game, athletic performance, sports psychology, self-belief, gymnastics, cheerleading, mental blocks

    14 min
  7. How To Handle Tryout Pressure And Anxiety In Athletes

    MAR 30

    How To Handle Tryout Pressure And Anxiety In Athletes

    NEXT STEPS:  I’d love to hear what mindset shifts, tips, or encouragement stood out most for you—leave a comment and let me know. If you enjoyed this episode, hit subscribe so you never miss a new one. If you’re ready for more support, explore these resources: Free Quiz for Parents Mental Block Journal for Athletes Join our MVP List to be the first to know about new content, resources, and special offers If your athlete is struggling with a mental block, fear, or competition anxiety and you want real answers and a clear plan 👉 Book a No-Cost Intro Session with Our Team To stay connected and get ongoing encouragement throughout the week, follow me on Instagram and Facebook @mandypattersoncoaching. SUMMARY: In this episode, Mandy Patterson offers practical mindset strategies for athletes preparing for tryouts, focusing on overcoming mental blocks, managing anxiety, and shifting negative thoughts to positive ones to boost confidence and performance. TAKEAWAYS: Recognize and shift negative thoughts to positive onesFocus on what you can control and what will make today greatAvoid setting rigid deadlines for skills to prevent added pressureUse visualization to imagine successful outcomesPractice mindset shifts daily leading up to tryouts CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Mental Performance Coaching 01:44 Preparing for Tryouts: Managing Pressure and Anxiety 07:56 Overcoming Mental Blocks: Strategies for Success 12:07 Resources and Support for Athletes KEYWORDS: cheerleaders, gymnasts, mental blocks, sports psychology, athlete mindset, tryouts, confidence, anxiety management, sports performance, mental training, coaching tips

    14 min
  8. How I Overcame Tumbling Mental Blocks As A Cheerleader

    MAR 16

    How I Overcame Tumbling Mental Blocks As A Cheerleader

    NEXT STEPS:  I’d love to hear what mindset shifts, tips, or encouragement stood out most for you—leave a comment and let me know. If you enjoyed this episode, hit subscribe so you never miss a new one. If you’re ready for more support, explore these resources: Free Quiz for Parents Mental Block Journal for Athletes Join our MVP List to be the first to know about new content, resources, and special offers If your athlete is struggling with a mental block, fear, or competition anxiety and you want real answers and a clear plan 👉 Book a No-Cost Intro Session with Our Team To stay connected and get ongoing encouragement throughout the week, follow me on Instagram and Facebook @mandypattersoncoaching. SUMMARY: In this episode of the Mind Over Mental Block podcast, Mandy Patterson discusses the challenges athletes face with mental blocks, particularly focusing on the anxiety surrounding the first rep of practice. She shares her personal experiences with mental blocks throughout her competitive career and offers strategies for overcoming these challenges, emphasizing the importance of visualization, goal setting, and maintaining a positive mindset. Mandy encourages athletes to embrace new strategies and find joy in their practice to foster progress and self-belief. TAKEAWAYS: The first rep carries significant pressure and meaning.Athletes often compare their current performance to past practices.Mental blocks can create a cycle of anxiety and self-doubt.Mandy shares her personal struggles with mental blocks as an athlete.Visualization and mental rehearsal can help build confidence.Finding joy in practice is essential for overcoming mental blocks.Setting mini-goals can help athletes focus and reduce overwhelm.Exaggerating movements can help athletes regain confidence.It's important to mix up practice routines to maintain motivation.Coaching strategies can provide athletes with the tools to succeed. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Mental Blocks 01:15 Mandy's Personal Journey with Mental Blocks 07:43 Strategies for Overcoming Mental Blocks 10:42 Encouragement and Next Steps KEYWORDS: mental blocks, cheerleading, gymnastics, performance coaching, overcoming fear, athlete mindset, mental performance, self-belief, visualization, coaching strategies

    12 min
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Is your cheerleader or gymnast stuck in a mental block, fear, or frustration? You’re not alone—and there is a way forward. On The Mind Over Mental Block Podcast, mental performance coach Mandy Patterson helps athletes and parents overcome mental blocks in cheerleading and gymnastics, build confidence in tumbling, and handle competition nerves. Each episode feels like a coaching session—encouraging, practical, and filled with actionable tips for cheerleaders, tips for gymnasts, and support for parents and coaches alike.

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  • Creator
    Mandy Patterson
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    21
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Mandy Patterson
  • Show Website
    Mind Over Mental Block