Is mental toughness the same as confidence? What’s the relationship between visualization, confidence and top performance? Find out in this episode featuring Dr. Ellen Reed interviewed by Kick It Open host Shelby Nicholl.

Dr. Reed shares her experiences working with Dr. Jason Selk and how her background in psychology and professional dancing came together in her career. They explore the importance of visualization and mental workouts, specifically the concept of Relentless Solution Focus (RSF). Dr. Reed emphasizes the significant impacts of self-confidence on performance across various fields and how to nurture it through simple, consistent mental exercises. The discussion also touches on overcoming problem-centric thoughts, the biological impacts of optimism, and strategies for maintaining mental resilience.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

01:39 Ellen's Journey to Mental Toughness

04:03 The Power of Visualization

09:36 Understanding Mental Toughness and Relentless Solution Focus

13:03 Overcoming Problem Centric Thought

25:58 Building Self-Confidence and Success

30:02 Practical Tools for Mental Training

34:16 Closing Thoughts and How to Connect

Produced by Shelby Nicholl. Edited by Aaron Sherman. Marketing by Sabrina Portnoy. Graphic Design by John Gallagher.

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