679: High-Performance Psychologist Mike Gervais on The Psychology of Success

In this episode of The Rachel Hollis Podcast, ​​Dr. Michael Gervais, a high-performance psychologist, joins Rach to discuss how to build confidence and optimism through focusing on the trainable parts of life; your mind, body, and craft. Dr Gervais, often referred to as the father of American applied sport psychology, is also a podcaster and author and one of the world’s leading experts on the relationship between the mind and human performance. He shares his journey from struggling with anxiety to using competitive surfing for self-realization which led to his career in psychology. His clients include the NFL’s Super Bowl Champions, Seattle Seahawks, world record holders, Olympians, MVPs from every major sport, internationally acclaimed music artists, and Fortune 50 CEO’sGet the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal00:00 Understanding the Power of Opinions02:03 Guest's Background and Journey04:29 Discovering Action Sports and Mental Skills08:35 The Importance of Mental Training11:01 Working with Elite Athletes13:21 The Concept of Version Upgrades17:19 The Role of Psychology and Coaching21:47 Self-Discovery and Mindfulness25:45 Building Confidence and Overcoming Fear41:00 The Struggle of Writing a Book42:38 The Lightning Bolt Moment45:28 Fear of People's Opinions (FOPO)46:32 The Importance of Recovery50:06 Measuring and Enhancing Recovery52:54 Understanding and Managing Stress01:00:45 The Power of Mindfulness and Meditation01:08:41 Breathing Techniques for Stress Management01:14:52 Final Thoughts and Resources Have a question you want Rach to answer? An idea for a podcast episode??Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (737) 400-4626Sign up for Rachel’s weekly email: https://msrachelhollis.com/insider/Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RachelHollisMotivation/videosFollow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MsRachelHollis/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices.

In this episode, Rachel Hollis discusses the 'Last 90 Days Challenge,' a community-driven initiative to end the year strong by focusing on goals and mindset. Rachel emphasizes the significance of goal setting, sharing insights and past podcast episodes that cover selecting the right goal, narrowing focus, and achieving bigger ambitions. Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal00:00 Welcome and Weekly Motivation00:29 Introduction to the Last 90 Days Challenge01:52 Focusing on Goals02:27 Podcast Episodes on Goals04:05 Journal Prompt and New Book Teaser07:40 Listener Questions and Goal Setting09:47 Rachel's Personal Journey and Insights21:56 Choosing the Right Goal35:52 Narrowing Your Focus40:01 Making Your Goals Bigger46:16 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsHave a question you want Rach to answer? An idea for a podcast episode??Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (737) 400-4626Sign up for Rachel’s weekly email: https://msrachelhollis.com/insider/Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RachelHollisMotivation/videosFollow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MsRachelHollis/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices.

In this episode of The Rachel Hollis Podcast, Uzo Aduba talks with Rachel about her first book 'The Road is Good', a coming-of-age memoir that tells the story of her Nigerian mother. Uzo is a three-time Emmy award-winning and Tony award-nominated actress, who is best known for her breakout role in 'Orange is the New Black.' She chats with Rach about her acting career, including almost quitting before landing her role as Suzanne 'Crazy Eyes' Warren, and reflects on fame and how it shifted her personal life and career trajectory. The conversation also touches on Uzo's Nigerian heritage, the impact of her mother's passing on the writing process, how to move through grief, and the lessons she aims to pass on to her daughterGet the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal00:00 Coping with Loss and Finding Joy01:36 From Theater to Television: A Journey Begins04:11 Landing the Role on Orange is the New Black07:53 Adjusting to Fame and Public Recognition20:29 Navigating Motherhood and Personal Growth23:32 Writing a Book: Expectations vs. Reality24:41 Unexpected Life Changes26:46 A Mother's Illness30:24 Grief and Memories35:05 Career Reflections38:38 Future Plans and Holiday Excitement44:53 Conclusion and Contact InformationHave a question you want Rach to answer? An idea for a podcast episode??Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (737) 400-4626Sign up for Rachel’s weekly email: https://msrachelhollis.com/insider/Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RachelHollisMotivation/videosFollow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MsRachelHollis/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices.

In this episode of The Rachel Hollis Podcast, Rach discusses the concept of the 'Last 90 Days,' a challenge aimed at maintaining focus and motivation during the last quarter of the year. She shares her personal experience of losing momentum as the holidays approach and what she does to​ combat that and stay productive. The show highlights the importance of mindset, emphasizing the difference between a growth ​a​nd fixed mindset, and delves into the idea of manifestation through focused energy. Rachel provides practical advice and journaling prompts to help listeners foster an abundant and goal-oriented mindset.Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:42 The Last 90 Days Challenge02:41 The End of Year Mentality05:42 Revisiting Popular Podcast Topics08:04 Mindset Mastermind12:36 Creating Yourself25:13 Scarcity vs. Abundance Mindset31:23 Embracing Lifelong Learning32:22 Understanding Fixed vs. Growth Mindset35:10 Practical Steps to Develop a Growth Mindset38:23 Celebrating Effort and Overcoming Jealousy41:00 Abundance vs. Scarcity Mindset48:51 Manifestation: Ask, Believe, Receive54:13 Acting As If: The Key to Manifestation59:03 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsHave a question you want Rach to answer? An idea for a podcast episode??Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (737) 400-4626Sign up for Rachel’s weekly email: https://msrachelhollis.com/insider/Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RachelHollisMotivation/videosFollow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MsRachelHollis/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices.

In this episode of Ask Rach, Rachel addresses questions from listeners about relationships, eating as a coping mechanism, and parenting. She shares personal insights and experiences, including her thoughts on nurturing confidence in teenagers, the significance of staying rooted in self-love, and balancing ambition within relationships. She emphasizes the importance of trusting your inner wisdom and treating yourself with compassion.Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal00:00 Introduction to Inner Wisdom01:40 Ask Rach Series: Relationship Advice02:11 A Heartfelt Story of Hope04:53 Navigating Ambition in Relationships13:40 Dealing with Binge Eating and Financial Stress33:43 Encouraging Teenage Girls to Be Themselves45:26 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsHave a question you want Rach to answer? An idea for a podcast episode??Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (737) 400-4626Sign up for Rachel’s weekly email: https://msrachelhollis.com/insider/Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RachelHollisMotivation/videosFollow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MsRachelHollis/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices.

In this episode of the Rachel Hollis podcast, Rachel gets deep with wellness expert and 3-time New York Times best-selling author Kimberly Snyder about the ancient and scientific significance of the heart. They explore the concept of 'heart coherence,' which connects the heart, brain, and nervous system. Kimberly shares insights from her new book, personal anecdotes and practical tips for nurturing this coherence through diet, meditation, and lifestyle practices. Dive into the transformative power of the heart, in her newest book "The Hidden Power of the Five Hearts" comes out September 17th.Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal00:00 Ancient Cultures and the Heart01:30 The Healing Power of Hawaii03:37 Journey to Wellness and Spirituality07:09 Understanding Heart Coherence09:48 Scientific Insights and Heart Stages28:07 Practical Tips for Heart Coherence32:37 Heart-Focused Breathing Exercise33:51 Generating Appreciation35:45 Sustaining Heart Coherence38:12 Understanding the Five Heart Stages39:43 The Dark and Propelled Hearts41:38 The Steady Heart46:17 The Devoted Heart48:49 The Clear Heart55:31 Practical Tips for Heart Coherence01:00:05 The Evolution of Wellness01:03:15 Conclusion and Book Information Have a question you want Rach to answer? An idea for a podcast episode??Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (737) 400-4626Sign up for Rachel’s weekly email: https://msrachelhollis.com/insider/Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RachelHollisMotivation/videosFollow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MsRachelHollis/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices.

In this episode of the Rachel Hollis Podcast, Rachel shares about the process of directing her first short film. She discusses the importance of finding mentors and collaborating with people who complement your skills. Rachel also delves into overcoming imposter syndrome, leveraging transferable skills, and the significance of taking incremental steps toward your goals. Through personal anecdotes and practical advice, Rachel inspires listeners to step out of their comfort zones and pursue their dreams, despite the fear and challenges they may face.Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal00:00 The Magic of Finding the Right People01:47 Starting Something New02:20 The Journey of Making a Short Film05:50 Research and Learning12:55 Finding the Right People and Transferable Skills27:01 Navigating the Industry35:52 The Power of Calling Your Shot44:46 Conclusion and EncouragementHave a question you want Rach to answer? An idea for a podcast episode??Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (737) 400-4626Sign up for Rachel’s weekly email: https://msrachelhollis.com/insider/Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RachelHollisMotivation/videosFollow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MsRachelHollis/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices.

In this episode of The Rachel Hollis Podcast, Rachel delves deep into the concept of the Law of Attraction and how our focus on certain thoughts can shape our life experiences. She answers listener questions, offering advice on  managing comparisons with others, and maintaining a positive outlook despite challenges.Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal00:00 Introduction to Obsessive Thoughts and Trauma01:04 Welcome to the Rachel Hollis Podcast01:44 Back to School Chaos03:36 Navigating New School Dynamics06:22 Ask Rach: The Law of Attraction08:29 Crystal's Question on Hormones and Spirituality10:02 Understanding the Law of Attraction13:55 The Impact of Focus and Intention25:12 Frozen Chicken Patties: A Quick Fix for Dinner26:04 Embracing Imperfection: Allowing Yourself a Break27:47 The Start Today Journal: A Tool for Positivity29:28 Navigating Stepmotherhood and Fertility Challenges33:25 Finding Peace and Abundance in Difficult Times50:06 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsHave a question you want Rach to answer? An idea for a podcast episode??Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (737) 400-4626Sign up for Rachel’s weekly email: https://msrachelhollis.com/insider/Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RachelHollisMotivation/videosFollow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MsRachelHollis/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices.

In this episode of The Rachel Hollis Podcast, Rachel speaks with David Yeager, a developmental psychology professor at UT Austin, about his new book "10 to 25: The Science of Motivating Young People". They explore societal narratives about adolescence, the developmental importance of seeking status and respect, and effective communication strategies for parents. David shares practical tools for fostering healthy and open communication with teenagers, emphasizing long-term relationship building over immediate disciplinary action.Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal00:00 Introduction: Challenging Youth Stereotypes01:36 Meet the Expert: David Yeager03:22 Parenting Teenagers: Building Trust07:09 Navigating Teen Social Dynamics13:17 Effective Communication Strategies20:54 The Truth Campaign: A Case Study28:06 Impact of Anti-Smoking Campaigns29:04 Introduction to Start Today Journal30:16 Discussing the Book: 10 to 2531:34 Understanding Teen Motivation39:41 Aligning Values with Behavior44:33 Navigating Educational Choices53:25 Concluding Thoughts and ResourcesHave a question you want Rach to answer? An idea for a podcast episode??Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (737) 400-4626Sign up for Rachel’s weekly email: https://msrachelhollis.com/insider/Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RachelHollisMotivation/videosFollow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MsRachelHollis/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices.

This Episode Originally Aired - September 8, 2022In this episode, Rachel Hollis delves into the misconceptions around confidence and insecurity. She emphasizes that true confidence isn’t knowing everything will work out, but trusting oneself even if it doesn’t.Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal00:00 Understanding Confidence: A Misconception00:50 Introduction and Book Recommendation01:26 Exploring Internal Family Systems05:52 Tour Preparation and Confidence12:49 Signs of Insecurity: An Overview14:21 Sign 1: Not Even Trying25:20 Sign 2: Poor Boundaries27:34 Empathy and Boundaries28:31 Perfectionism and Conditional Self-Esteem31:17 Drama and Control37:14 Clinginess and Insecurity42:15 Physical Manifestations of Insecurity50:50 Empowerment and Taking ActionHave a question you want Rach to answer? An idea for a podcast episode??Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (737) 400-4626Sign up for Rachel’s weekly email: https://msrachelhollis.com/insider/Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RachelHollisMotivation/videosFollow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MsRachelHollis/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices.