Let's Go Mental!

Barbara Cortella
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A podcast for young athletes and their parents to unlock the power of the mind: You have the talent—now let’s build the mental edge. Discover key pillars and get simple, actionable tools to kickstart your journey. Tune in for short weekly episodes, each month focused on one topic, perfect for the car ride to your game. Grab quick tips, worksheets, and join our community as we grow and level up together. Let’s Go Mental! I am Barbara, Family and Mental Coach. I am Italian and you will love my accent!

  1. 3일 전

    Breathwork. Your Built-In Reset Button.

    This is a special episode and a collaboration with my daughter, Aurora. In the ?take your kids to work day' we built this episode together...maybe the beginning of a collaboration???? Breath is something we do automatically… but very few people actually know how to use it, or use it. In this episode, we explore Breathwork as a performance tool, not just a relaxation technique. Because breath is the fastest way to influence your state (mentally and physically) in real time. When pressure rises, your breathing changes. And if you don’t control it, it starts controlling you. This episode will help you understand: Why breath is the bridge between body and mindHow your nervous system reacts under stressWhy breathwork is a pillar of performance (not just wellness)When to use breath to calm down, focus, recover, or re-energizeTwo simple breathing techniques you can start using immediately Breath is always available. The question is—are you using it with intention?

    6분

  2. 4월 16일

    Body Language is Performance Language.

    When your child walks off the field after a tough game, you can often tell everything before they say a word. Shoulders drop. Head lowers. Movement changes. That’s not just emotion—it’s communication. In this episode of Let’s Go Mental, I break down one of the most overlooked performance tools in sport and life: body language. Because body language doesn’t just express how we feel… it actively shapes how we feel. We explore: Why athletes “collapse” after mistakes—and what it really does internallyThe difference between expansive vs. contractive posture under pressureHow body language influences teammates and opponents in secondsWhy your “reset” might be more important than your skill executionHow parents can recognize emotional patterns in their athletes (and themselves)Most athletes train skills. Some train mindset. Very few train state control—but that’s where performance is actually decided. The good news? Body language is a habit. And habits can be trained. You’ll leave this episode with a simple but powerful tool: 👉 Lift your head 👉 Open your posture 👉 Take one breath 👉 Move into the next action Not because you don’t care—but because you’re choosing control over collapse. For athletes, parents, and anyone who wants to perform with more presence, this episode connects sport psychology to something you already do every second of the day: how you carry yourself. If you want more follow me and write to me: b_cortella@yahoo.it Let’s Go Mental, together!

    6분

  3. 3월 26일

    The 7A Skills: Building Your Mental Toolkit

    Over the last episodes, we explored several mindset concepts that intentionally start with the letter A: Awareness, Alignment, Attitude, Anticipation, Act, Accountability, and Adjust. Individually, these skills are powerful. Together, they form a practical mental toolkit that athletes and peak performers can use to navigate challenges, pressure, and growth. In this episode, I break down how combining these tools makes them even more effective, and how you can apply them consistently in sport and everyday life. Ask yourself: Which of these tools do I need the most right now? Contact me at: b_cortella@yahoo.it

    5분

  4. 3월 19일

    Adjust. Flexibility for Lasting Growth.

    Sometimes, the key to progress isn’t pushing harder—it’s adjusting smarter. In this episode we explore how small, intentional adjustments—both reactive and proactive—can transform your performance in sport and life. Learn how to: Recognize when your system needs tweaking.Make proactive adjustments before small issues become big setbacks.Train your mind to adapt quickly under pressure.Use reflection to unlock the next level of growth.Whether you’re an athlete, parent, or lifelong learner, mastering the art of adjustment is your secret weapon for consistent growth and confidence. Tune in and start making the small corrections that lead to big wins. Contact me: b_cortella@yahoo.it

    5분

  5. 3월 5일

    Accountability. Own Your Actions.

    In this episode we dive into the single mindset pillar that makes all the others stick: accountability. Discover the three dimensions of accountability: Being accountable: owning your role and decisions.Staying accountable: showing up consistently, even when motivation fades.Allowing accountability: inviting a partner to reflect your commitment and keep your standards steady.Learn how accountability transforms both sport and life: Train with intention and protect your alignment even when results are slow.Finish what you start, communicate clearly, and build trust inside your team, family, and yourself.Create practical systems: define your role, establish non-negotiable behaviors, implement weekly checks, and choose the right accountability partner. Accountability is more than a mindset, it’s a structure that creates freedom. When you do your job, you stop negotiating with yourself and start building trust that lasts. Contact me for any other information and support: b_cortella@yahoo.it

    5분

  6. 2월 26일

    Alignment: When Shared Vision Creates Flow.

    You can give 100%. You can be confident. You can even get good results. But if your goals, beliefs, and daily habits are pulling in different directions, performance will eventually feel heavy. In this episode, we explore alignment — the internal and relational harmony between what you want, what you believe, and what you consistently do. Alignment is not only an individual process. In youth sport, it also involves parents. When family visions are assumed instead of shared, tension builds quietly — and emotional noise affects performance. This episode gives you a simple reset system to bring clarity, direction, and flow back into your performance and your family dynamic. Inside this episode: What alignment really means beyond motivationWhy misalignment creates stress and confusionThe hidden tension between parent and athlete goalsHow to have the vision conversationA practical 4-step reset systemWhy awareness is the foundation of alignmentReflection Questions: What is my clear goal for the next 4 months?Have I shared it openly with my family?Do my daily habits reflect that goal?Where are we assuming instead of communicating?Alignment creates clarity. Clarity creates direction. Direction creates flow. For more info contact b_cortella@yahoo.it

    5분

  7. 2월 19일

    Anticipation. Awareness in Motion.

    Being Ready Beats Being Fast Some athletes always seem one step ahead. They’re already moving while others are still reacting. That’s not luck. That’s anticipation. In this episode, we explore anticipation not as expectation, but as a cognitive skill — the ability to predict, read, and respond before a situation fully unfolds. Anticipation is not magic. It’s presence in motion. We break down: The difference between reacting and anticipatingWhy reaction is always lateHow presence and preparation build anticipationThe connection between awareness and calm performanceWhy anticipation reduces panicHow routines and mental preparation create competitive advantageHow this applies not only to athletes — but to parents and adults tooYou’ll also get a practical way to start training anticipation immediately through small daily actions. Because being ready beats being fast. 🎧 Listen if you want to: Improve decision-making under pressureReduce emotional overreactionTrain calm before chaosBuild a mental edge that transfers to sport, school, and life

    5분

  8. 2월 12일

    Act. The Skill that Moves You Forward.

    Awareness is just the start: real change happens when you act. In this episode, Barbara breaks down how acting is a trainable skill and how even small, deliberate actions can shift your energy, mindset, and performance. What You’ll Get: • How to move past overthinking and take effective action • Practical tips for athletes, parents, and anyone seeking growth • The ripple effect of tiny wins and momentum-building strategies “Acting means doing something. Deciding. One small action toward what you want to be different, then another, then another.” Take your first step today. Momentum is a skill—train it with us! Follow me on Instagram Contact me for any info and question: b_cortella@yahoo.it

    5분
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A podcast for young athletes and their parents to unlock the power of the mind: You have the talent—now let’s build the mental edge. Discover key pillars and get simple, actionable tools to kickstart your journey. Tune in for short weekly episodes, each month focused on one topic, perfect for the car ride to your game. Grab quick tips, worksheets, and join our community as we grow and level up together. Let’s Go Mental! I am Barbara, Family and Mental Coach. I am Italian and you will love my accent!

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    Barbara Cortella
  • 방송 연도
    2024년 - 2026년
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    49
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