Mindset Matters

"Your mindset is the ceiling on your performance—or the fuel that breaks through it. In Chapter 14 of my book, Pure Unadulterated Guts, we dive into cultivating a growth mindset—what it means, how to apply it, and why it’s the difference between average and elite. This week’s podcast expands on these ideas with real-world examples you can apply today. Tune in and level up your thinking."

Sleep isn’t just recovery—it’s your hidden performance enhancer. Inspired by Chapter 6 of my book, Pure Unadulterated Guts, this episode of Mindset Matters dives into the science of sleep extension and its direct impact on athletic performance, focus, and mental resilience. If you want to sharpen your edge—on the field, in the gym, or in life—start by mastering your nights. 📖 Grab Pure Unadulterated Guts for more insights. 📘 Grab the Book Here: Pure Unadulterated Guts, https://www.amazon.com/PURE-UNADULTERATED-GUTS-Insights-Vulnerability-ebook/dp/B0CM42P3F5 🎙 Listen now, and let’s get better together.

This episode dives into the power of a growth mindset — how setbacks aren’t failures, but stepping stones. Inspired by Chapter 14 of my book, Pure Unadulterated Guts, I share real-world strategies athletes and leaders can use to reframe challenges and unlock performance. Want to go deeper? Subscribe to this podcast or check out my book here: 📘 Grab the Book Here: Pure Unadulterated Guts, https://www.amazon.com/PURE-UNADULTERATED-GUTS-Insights-Vulnerability-ebook/dp/B0CM42P3F5

What if the way you see adversity matters more than the adversity itself? In this episode, inspired by Chapter 13 of my book Pure Unadulterated Guts, I break down the power of reframing — turning setbacks into fuel, doubt into determination, and obstacles into opportunities. 📘 Grab the Book Here: Pure Unadulterated Guts, https://www.amazon.com/PURE-UNADULTERATED-GUTS-Insights-Vulnerability-ebook/dp/B0CM42P3F5 📖 Listen. Reflect. Reframe.

This episode of the Mindset Matters podcast is inspired by Chapter 13 of my book, Pure Unadulterated Guts. We’re diving into the power of reframing—how shifting your perspective in the face of setbacks can transform obstacles into opportunities. 📖 Want to go deeper? Grab a copy of Pure Unadulterated Guts and learn how reframing challenges can change your game, your mindset, and your life. 🎧 Listen now.

Title: 🎙️ The Power of the Reframe – Pure Unadulterated Guts Podcast Ever told yourself “Don’t mess up” right before a big moment? That’s your brain serving up a pink elephant — and it’s sabotaging your performance. In this episode, inspired by Chapter 13 of my book Pure Unadulterated Guts, we explore how reframing your thoughts can turn fear into focus, anxiety into action, and pressure into opportunity. Learn how a simple shift from “Don’t strike out” to “Solid contact” transformed one athlete’s game — and how you can apply the same mental flip to sports, business, and life. 🎧 Listen now and start rewriting your mental script.

What makes a good team great? In Chapter 12 of my book Pure Unadulterated Guts, I share the exact principles elite athletes and coaches use to create trust, cohesion, and resilience. This podcast episode breaks down those strategies so you can apply them — whether you’re on the field, in the locker room, or leading a business team.

“Turn Down the Volume” — Inspired by Chapter 11 of my book, Pure Unadulterated Guts, we break down how enthusiasm can outmaneuver anxiety and elevate your performance. Whether you’re an athlete, a leader, or just someone chasing better — this episode will shift your mindset and give you tools to win. 💥 This is the mental edge. Let’s go get it.

This episode dives into Chapter 11 of Pure Unadulterated Guts—exploring how enthusiasm isn’t just energy, it’s a competitive edge. We break down the science, stories, and mindset shifts that can turn enthusiasm into your greatest tool. Featuring insights on Philip Rivers, NBA studies, and ancient Greek wisdom on en-theos. 🎙️ Listen, reflect, and refuel your fire. 🟡 Subscribe to the series 📘 Grab the book: Pure Unadulterated Guts

In this episode, we explore the often-overlooked but game-changing mental tool—enthusiasm. Inspired by Chapter 11 of my book Pure Unadulterated Guts, we dig into why enthusiasm isn't just emotion—it's a strategic mindset. Whether you're a coach, athlete, leader, or parent—this episode will show you how enthusiasm becomes a catalyst for excellence. 🔥

This episode is inspired by Chapter 11 of my book Pure Unadulterated Guts. In it, I explore how enthusiasm isn't just hype—it's a tool that creates momentum, fosters resilience, and sparks meaningful connection. If you’re looking for a mental edge, or just want to reignite your spark, this one’s for you. Listen now and get fired up with purpose.

In this episode, we dive into the message of Chapter 10 of my book Pure Unadulterated Guts: BEING PRESENT. If you're constantly thinking about what's next or regretting what’s behind, you're missing the most important moment—this one. Learn how presence can change your performance, your relationships, and your life. 🎙️ Listen now. 📘 Inspired by Chapter 10 from Pure Unadulterated Guts.

In this episode of Mindset Matters, we explore Chapter 10 – The Power of Presence from my book Pure Unadulterated Guts. When the world screams for multitasking and constant hustle, the real edge comes from presence — being fully in the moment. Whether you're under the lights, in the boardroom, or at the dinner table with your kids… presence wins. 🎧 This episode is a call to slow down, lock in, and be where your feet are. 📘 Book: Pure Unadulterated Guts 🎙️ Host: Riley Jensen 💡 Topic: Chapter 10 – The Power of Presence

This episode dives deep into Part 4 of my book Pure Unadulterated Guts, exploring what it really takes to unlock elite mindset and motivation. Whether you're an athlete, entrepreneur, or anyone chasing growth, this is your wake-up call. Tune in and tap into the mental toughness it takes to go all in.

The Power of Connection – Pure Unadulterated Guts Chapter 9 Description: In this episode of Mindset Matters, we dive into Chapter 9 of my book Pure Unadulterated Guts — where we explore the strength that comes from relatedness and social support. Whether you're an athlete, entrepreneur, or everyday warrior, knowing who you lean on could be the difference between burnout and breakthrough. Listen, reflect, and take inventory of your support system. Because guts aren’t just about going solo — they’re also about going together. 📖 Book: Pure Unadulterated Guts 🎙️ Host: Riley Jensen 💡 Topic: Chapter 9 – Relatedness and Support

In this powerful episode, I dive deep into Chapter 9 of Pure Unadulterated Guts — exploring the science and soul behind why human connection and support systems are absolutely essential for high performance. Whether you’re a coach, parent, athlete, or high performer — your relationships are your rocket fuel. Listen now to learn: Why isolation kills momentum How to build true support systems What elite performers do to stay connected

🔥 New Episode Out Now 🔥 In this week’s episode of Mindset Matters, we dive into Chapter 8: Competence from my book Pure Unadulterated Guts. Competence isn't about perfection—it's about preparation, repetition, and owning your craft. Whether you're a QB, CEO, or student, this chapter is for anyone trying to master their arena. 🎧 Listen here: https://soundcloud.com/riley-jensen-425842551/episode-257-competence-beats-confidence?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing&si=17802094051f45e89d5c1b35e1c98522 📘 Grab the Book Here: Pure Unadulterated Guts, https://www.amazon.com/PURE-UNADULTERATED-GUTS-Insights-Vulnerability-ebook/dp/B0CM42P3F5

Competence > Confidence. In this week’s Mindset Matters podcast, we’re breaking down what really separates the greats from the average. Confidence? It’s a feeling. Competence? It’s earned. From Messi’s left foot to Rodman’s rebounds to Brady’s focus—this episode (inspired by Chapter 8 of my book Pure Unadulterated Guts) dives deep into how you build competence and lean on it when the lights come on.

Scotty Edwards | Faith, Football, and the Power of Perseverance” In this episode of Mindset Matters, Riley sits down with Stanford safety Scotty Edwards for a powerful conversation about football, faith, and the mental game of life. Scotty opens up about returning from an LDS mission, the challenges of chasing athletic and academic goals, and the importance of effort—even when results don't come easy. From handling social media pressure to finding motivation through Rocky Balboa and Rick Ross, Scotty’s story is a blueprint for perseverance, balance, and self-belief. A must-listen for athletes, parents, and anyone pursuing excellence on or off the field.

5-Minute Podcast Script: Title: Competence Over Confidence—Why Your Past Victories Matter More Than You Think Welcome back everybody, you’re listening to the Mindset Matters podcast, I’m your host Riley Jensen and today I want to talk about past victories matter more than you think. Today, I want to talk about something that I believe changes everything—not just in sports, but in business, relationships, and life: Competence. Not confidence. Competence. A lot of people confuse the two. Confidence? It comes and goes. One day you wake up feeling like you can conquer the world. The next day—maybe after a bad game, a rough meeting, or just a sleepless night—you wonder if you’ve got what it takes. But competence—competence is different. Competence is knowing deep down, “I’ve done hard things before. I can do hard things again.” It’s not about a feeling—it’s about evidence. Here's a quick exercise for you—if you’ve ever worked with me one-on-one, you’ve heard this before: Grab a pen. Write down three things—three moments where you faced something tough and came out stronger. It could be a game-winning moment. It could be bouncing back from injury. It could even be how you handled a tough family situation. That list? That’s your competence list. It’s your receipt that you’ve overcome challenges—and you can do it again. I’m reminded of one of my favorite movie scenes from Gattaca. Vincent, the underdog, beats his genetically superior brother in a swim out in the ocean. His brother asks, “How did you do it?” And Vincent says something very important to his brother in this moment: “I never saved anything for the swim back.” That right there—that’s competence in action. It’s the refusal to be defined by limitations—whether those are external labels or the doubts in your own head. Here’s where it gets interactive: I want you to think of one area in your life right now where you’re hesitating. Maybe you’re waiting to feel “motivated” before you start something. Maybe you’re doubting your ability because you’ve had some setbacks. Now, ask yourself: ✅ Have I ever overcome something hard before? ✅ Have I ever succeeded when the odds weren’t in my favor? ✅ Have I ever surprised myself with resilience? If the answer is yes—and for most of you it is—then you don’t need to wait for motivation. You need to lean on your competence. In sports, we talk a lot about “the zone”—that magical state where everything feels effortless. But let me tell you something I’ve learned working with elite athletes: No one lives in the zone. No one can replicate it perfectly every time. What separates the great from the average isn’t that they’re in the zone all the time—it’s that they can win with their B or C game because they trust their competence. I’ll leave you with this challenge: Write down a competence list. Choose one thing this week where you’ll act—not because you’re 100% confident—but because you’re competent. You don’t need perfect conditions. You don’t need to be the biggest, fastest, strongest. You need to remember: You’ve done hard things before. You can do hard things again. You don’t need permission to be great. So stop waiting, and get to work! This episode is inspired by Chapter 8 of my book, Pure Unadulterated Guts. If this resonated with you, I’d love for you to check out the book and share this episode with someone who could use a reminder of their own greatness.