Welcome to Episode 25 - Enjoy the Journey This week, hosts Jeff Lerg and Chris Palmer discuss the importance of enjoying the journey in hockey and sports in general, rather than solely focusing on achieving a "mountaintop" goal. They emphasize the value of camaraderie, gratitude, and the process of improvement. They highlight the unique bonding experience in hockey due to its demanding nature and the lifelong friendships formed. They also touch on the application of these principles to life beyond sports. This episode highlights: - How gratitude and positive reinforcement are presented as key elements for maintaining motivation and fostering a positive mindset. - The concept of gratitude as a powerful tool in sports psychology, suggesting that being grateful for what one has can improve overall well-being. - The importance of focusing on small steps of progress and recognizing the positive aspects of each practice or effort. - The idea that consistent effort and dedication in sports translate to success in other areas of life. - Examples of individuals who have found fulfillment in their athletic journeys, even if they didn't reach the absolute top. AND A LOT MORE! Thank you for listening to The Dialed & Driven Hockey Mentality Podcast! We appreciate every listener, comment, rating, and share! Send us a text Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dialedanddriven/ X: https://x.com/dialedanddriven Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheDialedandDrivenPodcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0PRwBFDkvYi56TdzIPMRge Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b1168059-6e38-4352-b3d5-c5fdbba6067f/dialed-driven-hockey-mentality-podcast Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dialed-driven-hockey-mentality-podcast/id1791139650
