DiscoverLife Happens with Barb & Michelle219 - Cultivating Mental Resilience as an Athlete and Student
219 - Cultivating Mental Resilience as an Athlete and Student

219 - Cultivating Mental Resilience as an Athlete and Student

Update: 2025-08-19
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Your mental health is your competitive advantage. Learn how to integrate mindfulness and emotional wellness into your daily life—especially when you’re navigating high expectations, constant pressure, and a packed schedule. ⬇️

In this special episode, we sit down with former NFL athlete and children’s book author Brandin Bryant and sports psychologist Dr. Desaree “Dr. Dez” Festa to de-stigmatize mental health and share how mindfulness can become your greatest tool—whether you’re an athlete, student, or simply living in a high-pressure environment.

You’ll discover how to:

  • Build a mindfulness practice that actually works for you
  • Accept mistakes and move forward with confidence
  • Handle outside opinions from social media and your surroundings
  • Boost your mental performance under pressure
  • Let go of perfectionism and embrace a growth mindset

💬 Brandin opens up about learning mindfulness in college and how prioritizing mental health helped him thrive in the NFL.

💬 Dr. Dez shares powerful research and real-world strategies for building resilience and reaching your optimal performance zone.

Pre-order Dear Friend — Michelle’s new book with 365 daily reflections for emotional well-being, clarity, and confidence. Get your copy here → https://amzn.to/3Us9eqg



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219 - Cultivating Mental Resilience as an Athlete and Student

219 - Cultivating Mental Resilience as an Athlete and Student

Michelle Maros & Barb Schmidt