Lecture Notes: Training the Mind through Mindfulness

Presenter

• Dr. Michael Gervais
  • Sport and performance psychologist
  • Works with Seattle Seahawks

Key Concept: Mindfulness

• Definition: A mental practice emphasized by Coach Carroll.
• Purpose: Helps coaches and athletes train their minds to perform at their best.

Pillars of Mindfulness

1. Awareness

• Components:
  • Awareness of thoughts
  • Awareness of emotions
  • Awareness of body sensations
  • Awareness of the environment
• Application:
  • During high stress:
    • Adjust and choose beneficial thoughts
    • Notice body sensations
    • Down-regulate or meet environmental demands with the right energy
  • Goal: Relaxation and control during stress

2. Wisdom

• Outcome of Mindfulness Practice:
  • Gaining perspective and big picture understanding
  • Living more in the present moment
• Challenge: Condition the mind to live in the present moment to handle stress effectively

Weekly Mindset Challenge

• Objective: Train your mind in mindfulness each day
• Community Aspect: Become part of a community committed to mindfulness
• Requirements: Deep concentration and a positive attitude

Conclusion

• Encouragement: Best of success in the journey of mindfulness
• Engagement: Excited to hear outcomes from the community

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Note: The session included an introduction to the weekly challenge with involvement from Blitz, emphasizing the importance of community and attitude in mindfulness training.