The Heroic Minds Podcast

The Heroic Minds Podcast

Mission: rewrite the narrative of mental health, where we are not victims of circumstance but heroes of our story.

Episodes

April 7, 2024 • 7 mins

Martin Bauman

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Martin peddled 7,000km across Canada in a remarkable 84-day journey spanning from June to August. His expedition became a lesson in humility and the value of community.

Amidst stormy weather, a selfless man named Dave emerged as a guiding light. Dave's acts of kindness, serving as what came to be a trip advisor, were instrumental in making Martin's journey possible and profoundly e...

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Merely desiring to accomplish tasks isn't sufficient, especially if greatness is your aim. Discover the flame within you, that burning desire to conquer challenges and achieve mastery and competence. Cultivate a sense of empowerment and competence, igniting a relentless drive to pursue even the seemingly mundane tasks with passion.

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Jon Orr

Virginia, United States

Jon Orr, a sports parent of three shares a powerful reflection for all parents. It is difficult to give up control and allow a child to embrace and pursue their sporting career in the way they want to. It is amazing the impact a sense of agency can have on passion, enjoyment and even performance in one's journey.


Check out Jon's website and mission @ https://sportsreclamationproject.com/

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The concept of accountability, while often used to motivate, can sometimes evoke feelings of obligation and inferiority. Instead, focusing on being accountable to oneself and the potential for personal growth can be a more powerful motivator.

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Ryan Drury

Arthur, Ontario, Canada

Ryan lost his dad to suicide when he was 19. In this episode, he reflects on what he learned through this journey: the importance of taking a moment to give yourself credit. Now, he's leveraging this concept in his pursuit of NHL broadcasting.

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Whether you have a story of your own or a story of someone else you would like to share, send me an email @ ⁠info@heroicminds.live

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In this video, we delve into the deeper layers of empowerment beyond simple affirmations. When someone is hurting, mere words might not suffice. Discover three transformative phrases that can profoundly motivate and uplift your teammates, friends, or family members. Learn how to go beyond mere affirmations by connecting them to actions and behaviours, and by highlighting correlating character traits. Elevate your ability to inspire...

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March 25, 2024 • 2 mins

So often we let the opportunities of others or opportunities we have received to influence how capable we are. Let go of the resources coming in and focus on the resources going out. The mission to beautify the world and be the best you can be with what you have been given remains the same! It is no different than playing a game of cards. I hope you enjoy! Please leave your comments below!

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March 23, 2024 • 7 mins

Marty Hogan

Chicago, Illinois

A story of perseverance. Marty shares his journey of being diagnosed with cancer while awaiting the arrival of his first child. This story exudes what it means to persevere with purpose and love which allows him to maintain an endless supply of willpower.


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Whether you have a story of your own or a story of someone else you would like to share, send me an email @ info@heroicminds.live

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Leadership goes beyond simply delegating tasks or responding to mistakes/errors. True leadership requires effective communication and the ability to validate individuals. By communicating openly and validating the actions of team members beyond moments of failure or difficulty, leaders foster an environment of trust and understanding. This acknowledgment of both successes and setbacks allows leaders to build genuine relationships w...

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Mistakes are not roadblocks but rather essential markers on our journey of growth. Embracing them with courage and accountability is key. By confronting our mistakes head-on, we acknowledge their potential as valuable learning experiences. They propel us forward, shaping us into more resilient and adaptable individuals. Taking ownership of our mistakes empowers us to chart our own path towards success, fuelled by humility and conti...

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In life, opportunities often present themselves when we least expect them. However, all too often, our fears can sabotage these chances for growth and success. Whether it's fear of failure, rejection, or the unknown, allowing these fears to dictate our actions can hold us back from reaching our full potential. To overcome this, it's essential to acknowledge our fears, understand their origins, and actively work to confront ...

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March 14, 2024 • 2 mins

There is a difference between proving to others and ourselves we are good enough and discovering how great we can be. I have shared this with clients and the response has been incredible. The shift in attention from what we have to prove to what is possible creates a fundamental shift in focus, belief and psychological freedom.

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How long term goals slow so many people down and how short term goals awaken endless energy and focus. Don't get distracted by long term goals. Short term goals give immediate feedback that unleash your potential.

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A client story of finding motivation to keep up with academics while they chase an NCAA scholarship.

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My two cents on fostering a healthy space after sport on the drive home!

Keep it simple. There is no script.

Empower them to discuss, share, process.

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A recent success story with a client I have been working with! Challenging a few stereotypes when it comes to mindset in athletics.

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January 23, 2024 • 75 mins

A casual discussion with Sport Psychologist Dr. Cassidy Preston. We discuss identity in sport and the challenges of living in reality vs the stories we tell ourselves.


Check out Cassidy's new book Mindset First on Amazon.


Cassidy's Website

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Life is getting faster and faster... but our performance is decreasing...

Slowing down is a super power... not only for "wellness" but for performance.

We take in more stimuli, work more efficiently AND time appears to go by slower.

Listen to find out more!

EndNotes:

https://nymag.com/speed/2016/12/how-your-brain-controls-the-speed-of-time.html

https://nymag.com/speed/2016/12/how-your-brain-controls-the-speed-of-t...

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July 6, 2022 • 9 mins

Morgan Freeman acting as God in the movie Evan Almighty hits us with some wisdom. I tie this wisdom together with Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Flow and Performance in work, sport, and life.

"Let me ask you something. If someone prays for patience, you think God gives them patience? Or does he give them the opportunity to be patient? If he prayed for courage, does God give him courage, or does he give him opportunities to be...

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June 30, 2022 • 10 mins

Are people solving the wrong problems in their life due to ignorance or because the real problems that need attention are too much to handle?

Is it that likes, income, affiliation, grandiose behaviour and more, deter us from solving the problem that will give us freedom and an improved state of mind?

In this episode we look at the infamous Tony Stark (Iron Man) to see where he would rather save the world than solve his own problems...

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