Exploring The Mindside With Dr. Bhrett Mccabe

In this week's episode, we look back at a recent Instagram Live I did with my good friend Liam Mucklow, the foremost authority on power and precision in the game of golf (and soon to be baseball). Liam is a Golf Top 100 instructor as well as running The Golf Lab. He also founded The Baseball Performance Lab in partnership with Marucci Sports.  Baseball Performance Lab was created to revolutionize the way baseball approaches training and equipment. Some of the highest profile MLB players come to Liam's lab in Baton Rouge, LA, to optimize their equipment. He is changing the way baseball players train and optimize their bats!

In this episode, we revisit episode 27 of Mental Game LIVE where I sat down with former PGA Tour player and current NBC Golf Analyst Smylie Kaufman. Smylie has made a pretty seamless transition from player to analyst and does an awesome job for NBC's golf broadcast. We discuss Smylie's career as a professional golfer and how that has helped him as an analyst, competitive stress that players deal with, finding your feel after losing it, and so much more!

In this week's episode, we revisit episode 26 of Mental Game LIVE, where we dive into how to overcome performance anxiety. Look, we are experiencing an epidemic of anxiety in this country. People are suffering at rates that we have never seen before. The volume of stuff that is flooding down our information superhighway is massive. Then, you start adding in the personal things that we all deal with - the pressures, stresses, and needs to perform - and it becomes overwhelming. In this episode, we're going to talk about some strategies that you can implement to overcome performance anxiety.

In this episode, we revisit episode 25 of Mental Game LIVE where we discuss FEAR and how to manage it. Whether it's fear of failure, fear of the unknown, or any other form of anxiety holding you back, we provide practical tools and strategies to help you face and conquer your fears. Join us as we explore real-life examples, expert insights, and actionable steps that will empower you to turn fear into a driving force for personal growth and success. 

In this episode, we revisit episode 23 of Mental Game LIVE. It is all about the response to failure and disappointment. Look, no one wants to fail or be disappointed after a performance. But, we need disappointment to help us grow and reach new levels.  I break down the two responses to failure in this episode: the HEALTHY way and the UNHEALTHY way. Which one are you?

In this week's episode, we revisit episode 21 of Mental Game LIVE when we got to speak with Nick Dunlap, winner of the 2023 US Amateur and 2024 American Express. Nick also happens to be a client of mine, and this was something I have seen coming for a long time!  We talk about Nick's career as a junior golf (and how he was always at the golf course), how he handles negative thoughts on the golf course (especially during the US Am), and we also get a guest appearance from Nick's caddie to talk about their relationship. Great stuff for any golfer!

In this week's episode, we revisit episode 20 of Mental Game LIVE where we dive into my 3-phased approach to practice and training. This is the same process I use with the PGA Tour players that I work with, and it can even be used across multiple sports. By setting up and organizing your practice this way, you will be on your way to feeling more comfortable out on the golf course. And hey, who knows, you might even shoot lower scores!

In this episode, let's revisit episode 19 of Mental Game LIVE, where I chatted with former University of Georgia linebacker and current high school head coach Jake Ganus. Jake took over as the head coach at Moody HS in Birmingham, AL, and has had tremendous success by getting his whole program to believe they can win, instead of just hoping to win. It hasn't been easy, but by building a culture of BELIEF, the results are happening quicker than he expected.

In this episode, we revisit episode 18 of Mental Game LIVE where we brought on former Navy SEAL Chad Metcalf to talk about his time as a SEAL. We dove headfirst into all things pertaining to the mindset of what it takes to: Make it through BUDS (SEAL training) - including Hell Week Keep going/not give up during the hardest physical and mental test in the world Become one of the baddest dudes on the planet Develop a growth mindset versus a fixed mindset

This week's episode features episode 17 of Mental Game LIVE where I take a deep dive into anxiety and how it affects our performance. We go through what it looks like in performance and in real life, some tools you can utilize when it hits, and also how you can continue to manage it so that you can perform at your best in spite of it! Anxiety wants you to believe the future is scary and success is unlikely. We talk about having mental flexibility which allows you to be anxious but still find a way to be successful. You must become aware of what is happening and accept that it is out of your control, but then find your stability in the storm, and then push forward.

In this episode, we revisit episode 16 of Mental Game LIVE where I sat down with the best pitchers in college baseball and softball, LSU's Paul Skenes and Alabama's Montana Fouts. Paul and Montana are generational talents touting numbers and impact that we may never see again in the college game. Paul was the National Pitcher of the Year and was the 1st overall pick in the 2023 Major League Baseball Draft by the Pittsburgh Pirates while Montana Fouts was the softball National Pitcher of the Year and will play for Team USA Softball. During this episode, we find out what makes these two pitchers so dominant, how they perfect their craft, what their routines look like, how they face adversity, and so much more!

This episode of the podcast is as recap of episode 14 of Mental Game LIVE. We broke down, in-depth, the 5 Myths of Performance that I hear in working with athletes on a daily basis. Some of these make me want to cringe because these MYTHS have become so popularized and mainstream that athletes are starting to take them as truth. We DEBUNK those myths in this episode.

This episode of the podcast features episode 13 of Mental Game LIVE where we break down all things relating to STRUGGLE and SELF-Doubt and how to break free from those. I wrote a book about it titled Break Free From Suckville, with Suckville being the space between your potential and your reality. Look, we are all going to face struggle and begin to doubt ourselves. But, if you incorporate these five lessons, you can learn to manage the struggle and find success again more quickly.

Episode 12 of Mental Game LIVE was an all-time great! We dive into the extraordinary journey of a true legend as Michael Phelps, the most decorated Olympian of all time, opens up about his remarkable career, mindset, and the untold story behind his unprecedented Olympic gold medal triumphs. In this captivating interview, Phelps reveals the secrets of his success, the battles he faced, and the mental health struggles that shaped his life both in and out of the pool. Join us as we delve deep into the mind of a champion, exploring Phelps' unwavering focus, unrivaled dedication, and extraordinary mindset that propelled him to unprecedented heights. Discover the awe-inspiring stories as Phelps takes us through the incredible highs and the unimaginable lows that defined his path to greatness. But this interview goes beyond the medals and world records. Michael Phelps courageously opens up about his mental health struggles, shining a light on the challenges he faced and the support he sought to overcome them. Learn

In episode 11 of Mental Game LIVE, we dove into all things dealing with EMOTIONS. I'm sure a lot of you have heard that emotions are bad for your game. But I take a deep dive into why that isn't necessarily the case if used correctly. If you are an emotional player, this episode is definitely for you!   Also, check out my LIVE YouTube show - Mental Game LIVE. I am sure many of you have already tuned in, but in case you haven’t yet, this is the best mental game resource you can consume, and the best part is - it is FREE to you. The only thing you have to do is subscribe to Bhrett’s YouTube channel by going to YouTube.com/@drbhrettmccabe and click the Subscribe button as well as hitting the bell to make sure you get notified when we go LIVE every single week. 

Episode 10 of Mental Game LIVE was a pretty unique one as we had two special guests - Swing Coach for Sam Burns, Brad Pullin and Callaway Golf's Johnny Wunder.   Brad came on to talk about player development and working with Sam Burns throughout the years while Johnny came on to chop it up about club fitting, why it is so important, what Callaway is doing in the club fitting space, and so much more.   If you are serious about playing better golf, this is a great episode to tune in to! Also, checkout my LIVE YouTube show - Mental Game LIVE. I am sure many of you have already tuned in, but in case you haven’t yet, this is the best mental game resource you can consume, and the best part is - it is FREE to you. The only thing you have to do is subscribe to Bhrett’s YouTube channel by going to YouTube.com/@drbhrettmccabe and click the Subscribe button as well as hitting the bell to make sure you get notified when we go LIVE every single week.   

In episode 8 of Mental Game LIVE, I sat down with Team Riley - Davis Riley, his caddie James Edmondson, and his swing coach Mark Blackburn to talk about Riley's BIG win at the 2023 Zurich Classic. This episode is PACKED with audio and video gold! We go inside the ropes with Team Riley to talk about what was working for Davis throughout the week: - The strategy that allowed Team Riley to secure a win - How Davis and James communicated on the course - What mechanics and feels is Davis working on with Mark - And so much more!  DO NOT MISS THIS ONE! Also, want to take a minute to talk about our new live YouTube show - Mental Game LIVE. I am sure many of you have already tuned in, but in case you haven’t yet, this is the best mental game resource you can consume, and the best part is - it is FREE to you. The only thing you have to do is subscribe to Bhrett’s YouTube channel by going to YouTube.com/@drbhrettmccabe and click the Subscribe button as well as hitting the bell to make sure you get notified when we go LI

In this podcast, we dive into episode 7 of my Mental Game LIVE YouTube show. Most golfers are terrible when it comes to practice. Whenever they show up, they head to the range, get a couple toe-touches in, and start moving through the bag starting with the wedge and ending with the driver. There is no process to it, and they end up chasing feels, which could be good or bad. In episode 7 of Mental Game LIVE, we talk about how to set up your practice by breaking it into three main components: the warmup, foundations, and competition training. Also, want to take a minute to talk about our new live YouTube show - Mental Game LIVE. I am sure many of you have already tuned in, but in case you haven’t yet, this is the best mental game resource you can possibly consume, and the best part is - it is absolutely FREE to you. Only thing you have to do is subscribe to Bhrett’s YouTube channel by going to YouTube.com/@drbhrettmccabe and click the Subscribe button as well as hitting the bell to make sure you get notified wh

In episode 6 of Mental Game LIVE, we recap my man Jon Rahm's HUGE win and how was able to finish down the stretch to take home the 2023 Masters. I knew from a certain moment during the tournament that he was going to win, which one was it? Also, want to take a minute to talk about our new live YouTube show - Mental Game LIVE. I am sure many of you have already tuned in, but in case you haven’t yet, this is the best mental game resource you can possibly consume, and the best part is - it is absolutely FREE to you. Only thing you have to do is subscribe to Bhrett’s YouTube channel by going to YouTube.com/@drbhrettmccabe and click the Subscribe button as well as hitting the bell to make sure you get notified when we go LIVE every single week. 

In this episode, I highlight the 5th episode of Mental Game LIVE where I dive into meditation and mindfulness. We do so much to tap into the physical side of our performance - nutrition, strength, flexibility, mobility, etc. Why aren't we tapping into our mental side more? This episode is a must listen for getting everything you can out of your mental game to maximize performance. Also, want to take a minute to talk about our new live YouTube show - Mental Game LIVE. I am sure many of you have already tuned in, but in case you haven’t yet, this is the best mental game resource you can possibly consume, and the best part is - it is absolutely FREE to you. Only thing you have to do is subscribe to Bhrett’s YouTube channel by going to YouTube.com/@drbhrettmccabe and click the Subscribe button as well as hitting the bell to make sure you get notified when we go LIVE every single week.