Why do we choke under pressure instead of rising to our greatest selves? 2X Olympian coach Shawnee Harle shares how to trade fear for courage—and why mental toughness is a choice, not a gift. Don’t miss this game-changing episode!
From the sidelines of Olympic courts to the frontlines of mental performance, Shawnee Harle has spent 27 years shaping elite athletes into courageous competitors. A 2X Olympian and former Assistant Coach for Team Canada Basketball, Shawnee holds a Master’s Degree in Coaching Studies and serves as a Master Coach Developer with the Coaching Association of Canada.
But here’s the kicker: even at the highest levels, Shawnee discovered that talent alone doesn’t win under pressure—it’s mental toughness that makes champions.
In this episode, she and Mariel dive deep into:
✅ Why athletes “play not to lose” instead of playing to win
✅ How courage is a conscious choice, not just a feeling
✅ The hidden role of fear in sports performance
✅ How parents and coaches can help youth athletes face their deepest fears
✅ Practical tools for building emotional intelligence and resilience
This is your inside look at transforming fear into fuel—for sport and for life.
Connect with Shawnee Harle:
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👉 Website
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