Breaking Barriers in Sports Psychology: Brenley Shapiro on Mental Performance, Resilience & Athlete Mindset
In this episode, I sit down with Brenley Shapiro, female Mental Performance Coach in the NHL, PWHL and beyond, to talk about the powerful connection between mindset, resilience, and athletic performance.
With over 20 years of experience in sports psychology and mental performance coaching, Brenley has worked with athletes from youth sports to the pros, including the NHL, OHL, PWHL, and Team Canada. She opens up about her journey into the male-dominated world of hockey, the evolving conversation around mental health in sports, and why developing mental resilience is just as critical as physical training.
We dive into:
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The difference between mindset vs. talent — and why talent alone is never enough.
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The pressures today’s young athletes face and how parents can support without adding extra weight.
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What it takes to build grit, resilience, and growth mindset in sports and in life.
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How the culture of toughness in sports is shifting to include open conversations about mental health.
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Brenley’s new program, Empowering Potential, designed to help athletes strengthen their mental game and unlock peak performance.
If you’re an athlete, parent, coach, or simply someone who wants to understand the power of mental resilience, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration.
🔑 Key Takeaways-
“The mind leads the body.”
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“Talent is highly overrated.”
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“Failure is an opportunity.”
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Building trust is the foundation of powerful performance coaching.
00:00 – Intro to Brenley Shapiro & Her Journey 05:52 – Mindset vs. Talent: The Key to Success 11:28 – Breaking Barriers as a Female Coach in Hockey 17:04 – Fundamental Skills for Young Athletes 22:46 – Elite vs. Amateur Mindset Differences 28:30 – Empowering Potential: Brenley’s New Program
🔗 Connect with Brenley Shapiro🌐 Website: https://www.brenleyshapiro.com/ 📲 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/brenleyshapiro/ 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brenleyshapiro/
The Mom Sweat Sanity Podcast – Motherhood, Mindset, Fitness & Goal Setting for Modern Moms
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Hosted by Brittany Anderson — Certified High Performance & Accountability Coach, triathlete, retreat host, and mom of three — this podcast is your go-to space for real, unfiltered conversations about motherhood, womanhood, relationships, self-care, and building a life you love.
Each week, you’ll hear: ✅ Parenting tips and mom life hacks to simplify your days ✅ Wellness and fitness strategies for busy moms ✅ Mindset and goal-setting tools to help you take action ✅ Expert interviews on hormone health, longevity, relationships, and entrepreneurship ✅ Real talk about the highs, lows, and hilarious moments of motherhood
Whether you’re working on self-care, fitness goals, or your next big dream, The Mom Sweat Sanity Podcast will inspire you to create more energy, clarity, and joy in your everyday life — while reminding you that you’re more than “just a mom.”
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