Jan. 1, 2025

Nobody's coming to save your life...but you

Nobody's coming to save your life...but you

Jon advocates for creating a supportive and connected environment in youth sports, rather than focusing solely on winning. The conversation explores the themes of self-awareness, mindfulness, and the pursuit of external validation. It emphasizes the importance of disconnecting from distractions and taking moments of stillness to reflect on oneself.

Jon Carson, founder of Birdies, Bogies and Beyond and Hurricane Junior Golf Canada shares his journey from being a police officer to a scout to the Phillies, to incorporating mindfulness and breath work into youth sports. He discusses the importance of addressing mental health in emergency service culture and the need for men to seek therapy. John emphasizes the inefficiencies in current programs and the importance of empowering individuals to take charge of their own mental health. He also highlights the impact of mindfulness and breath work in his own life and how it can benefit youth athletes. Jon advocates for creating a supportive and connected environment in youth sports, rather than focusing solely on winning. The conversation explores the themes of self-awareness, mindfulness, and the pursuit of external validation. It emphasizes the importance of disconnecting from distractions and taking moments of stillness to reflect on oneself. The conversation also delves into the pressure and disillusionment in youth sports, highlighting the need for a focus on personal development and character rather than external achievements. Jon shares advice on mindset change, self-awareness, and the value of being early.

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