331 | Dr. Michael Gervais | Olympic Team and NFL Mindset Coach Teaches us Mental Peak Performance

The Greatness Machine

Darius Mirshahzadeh

Entrepreneurship, Education, Business

5 • 962 Ratings

🗓️ 5 February 2025

⏱️ 68 minutes

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When the pressure is on, the difference between success and failure often comes down to the power of the mind. In this episode, Dr. Michael Gervais, a renowned high-performance psychologist, explores the science of mental mastery and how elite athletes and leaders achieve peak performance. Drawing on years of experience working with some of the world’s top performers, Michael delves into the habits, mindsets, and strategies that allow individuals to thrive under pressure. He highlights the importance of cultivating mental toughness, maintaining focus under stress, and developing resilience to not just survive, but to excel in any high-stakes environment. In this episode, Darius and Dr. Michael will discuss: (00:00) Introduction to High Performance Psychology (03:00) The Journey of Dr. Michael Gervais (09:59) Understanding Anxiety in Athletes (19:51) The Evolution of Sports Psychology (30:04) Building a High-Performance Culture (31:00) Building Mental Skills for Performance (32:11) The Role of Culture in High Performance (35:38) Maximizing Individual Potential in Teams (39:46) Mindfulness as a Foundation for Success (46:45) Creating a High-Performance Culture (51:51) The Importance of Recovery in Performance (57:02) Overcoming Internal Barriers to Greatness Dr. Michael Gervais is a high-performance psychologist, national bestselling author, and a leading authority on the connection between the mind and human performance. With over 20 years of experience, he has worked with world-class performers and organizations, crafting mental skills frameworks that empower individuals, teams, and organizations to excel under pressure. His impact spans diverse fields, from coaching Super Bowl-winning Seattle Seahawks to supporting Olympians across five Games, including USA Surfing in Tokyo 2021. Dr. Michael’s clients also include world record holders, MVPs, celebrated musicians, and Fortune 50 CEOs, solidifying his influence on the global stage. Sponsored by: Indeed: Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at Indeed.com/DARIUS. Shopify: Sign up for a $1/month trial period at shopify.com/darius. Rocket Money: Cancel unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster at RocketMoney.com/Darius. Connect with Dr. Michael: Website: https://findingmastery.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmichaelgervais Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelgervais/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-mastery-with-dr-michael-gervais/id1025326955 Connect with Darius: Website: https://therealdarius.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/ YouTube: https://therealdarius.com/youtube Book: The Core Value Equation https://www.amazon.com/Core-Value-Equation-Framework-Limitless/dp/1544506708 Write a review for The Greatness Machine using this link: https://ratethispodcast.com/spreadinggreatness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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1:03.8	i'm your host darius moshas day i'm so pumped to have you here with me and listen the greatness
1:08.3	machine were about two things number one one, people were living their passions,
1:11.7	and number two, those who are creating greatness in the world and doing both of these things
1:15.5	despite the odds against them. Each episode, we're going to feature interviews with game changers,
1:19.9	business leaders, telling us their origin stories, what made them tick, what got them to where they are now.
1:25.1	Why? So it can help you step into your greatness within your life, your business, and your career.
1:30.1	Occasionally, you might hear a few solo episodes
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