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The Hockey Mind Podcast

Corson Searles www.corsonsearles.com
The podcast is all about digging into the deeper truths of performance and what helps players separate themselves and get to the next level in hockey. Hosted by former NCAA hockey player and Hockey Mental Performance Coach Corson Searles. During these episodes we dive deep into the mindset, mental tools, skill development, and physical training strategies and tactics of the worlds best hockey players and athletes! Hopefully you get value from every episode that you can use to level up your game right away!
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Episodes

#64 The 25 Skills/Abilities You Must Master to Play Pro Hockey

In this video, I discuss the importance of identifying the key person in your life who can help you make a change and reach your potential in hockey. I emphasize the need to focus on your potential rather than just trying to reach a specific goal. I also highlight the mental aspect of the game and how it affects your performance. Additionally, I break down the different systems in your body and how they contribute to your overall performance in hockey. I provide insights on how to optimize each ...

Jul 28, 202353 min

#63 How to Stop Comparing Yourself To Others In Hockey

In this video, I discuss the detrimental effects of comparing oneself to others, specifically focusing on the experiences of hockey players. I share my personal journey of struggling with self-comparison throughout my 20-year hockey career. I explain how our mental software, developed during childhood, can be altered by the influence of parents and significant individuals in our lives. I emphasize that comparison is the thief of joy and can lead to sadness, depression, and negative impacts on re...

Jul 22, 202343 min

#62 Why It's Good to Be An Overthinker In Hockey

In this video, I discuss the concept of overthinking and how it relates to the game of hockey. I explain that overthinking is not necessarily a problem, but rather a result of ineffective thinking. I emphasize the importance of being aware of what's happening in the game and making effective decisions based on that awareness. I also explore the connection between awareness and hockey IQ, and how focusing your attention can improve your performance on the ice. Throughout the video, I provide prac...

Jul 14, 202333 min

#61 How to Harness Your Anger Like Auston Matthews

In this episode we talk about how Matthews has upped his mental game and how I think he could keep levelling it up. You will learn the techniques to channel emotions and play with greater intensity every game (I have taught junior, college, and pro players and helped them find a new level of their game).

Jul 08, 202335 min

#59 The Only Hockey Tryout Guide You Will Ever Need

Tryouts are tough for most players. But they don't have to be. I have played 20 years of hockey and have tried out for many teams. I want to share with you what I learned and what I stole from other great tryout players. Keys: Instead of charging you 1000 for this I am going to give you everything you need to maximize your chances of making your team based on the assets you already have. Tryouts are like an interview Wanna see who is qualified Wanna see what value you bring This is both ability ...

Jun 23, 202322 min

#58 Fear Is Blocking Your NHL Dream - THIS MUST CHANGE

I made this for you if you are not playing as well as you would like to play. If you know you have more in the tank. I hope this video helps you become a better hockey player by seeing how fear is blocking your development. For more check out corsonsearles.com

Jun 19, 202343 min

#57 Your Best Shot At Making The NHL - What You REALLY NEED to hear

What is your true best chance at making the NHL? A lot of people want to gas you up or they want to tear down your dreams. The goal of today's podcast is to be REAL with you about what it's going to take to give yourself a real shot at your NHL dreams. This might be a wake-up call for some players. Read the full blog at https://corsonsearles.com/letters

Jun 10, 202344 min

#56 The Formula To Get More Ice Time In Hockey

Ever wonder why some players get more ice time than others? When two players are pretty equal in terms of skill, how does a coach pick which player to play more? In this episode, I break down a new strategy to get more ice time. I steal this from a business book and money-making and apply it to hockey. If you'd like to see read the full blog this was based on: https://corsonsearles.com/letters Other Resources Get started with the mental game: https://corsonsearles.com/free-identity-training Get ...

Jun 03, 202335 min

#55 To Reach The Next Level - Build Your Unique Hockey Identity

In this episode, we talk about why it is so valuable to build your Unique Hockey identity and we break down the mental framework to start building yours. Get the full article plus all of the Identity Shift Hockey content and products at corsonsearles.com.

May 27, 202337 min

#54 The Reason 99.99% of Hockey Players Fail To Reach Their Potential

In this episode, we discuss the reason why so few players really become the player they know they can be. This podcast is directed at players 13-20 years old looking to play NCAA and are searching for the secrets that will separate them from the rest! If you want to read the full article and see all of the other hockey performance content we have go to: https://corsonsearles.com/blog

May 20, 202329 min

#53 How to Actually Get Better At Hockey - With Corson Searles

In this episode (pulled from the Identity Shift Hockey YouTube channel). I talk about the key pieces that seem to separate the elite players from the rest. This is not the common knowledge around mindset and tactics. This is stuff that will make a massive impact on your career if you actually apply it.

Mar 21, 202311 min

#52 Preventing Injuries, Maximizing Performance, & Improving Your Body Matt Arnott - Physiotherapist

Would you like to download the Mental Software Of world Class Performers (FOR FREE) - The Hockey Meditation Intro Course available now on thinkific: https://corson-s-school.thinkific.com/courses/med-intro-course to discover what meditation can do for you... Find my ‘extra’ content in the Identity 2.0 Premium Membership: https://corson-s-school.thinkific.com/bundles/player-identity-2-0-membership Content: Preventing Injuries Managing Injuries Tools to master your body Key exercises to reduce risk...

Jul 15, 20211 hr 23 min

#51 What is Mindfulness, Working With D1 Athletes, and Managing Stress With Charron Sumler

Would you like to download the Mental Software Of world Class Performers (FOR FREE) - The Hockey Meditation Intro Course available now on thinkific: https://corson-s-school.thinkific.com/courses/med-intro-course to discover what meditation can do for you... Find my ‘extra’ content in the Identity 2.0 Premium Membership: https://corson-s-school.thinkific.com/bundles/player-identity-2-0-membership Content: Mental tools to level up your game How to manage stress What is mindfulness? What are some c...

Jul 09, 202140 min

#50 Visualization, Morning Routines, and Breaking Your Old Identity With QMJHL D-man Tristain DeJong

Would you like to download the Mental Software Of world Class Performers (FOR FREE) - The Hockey Meditation Intro Course available now on thinkific: https://corson-s-school.thinkific.com/courses/med-intro-course to discover what meditation can do for you... Find my ‘extra’ content in the Identity 2.0 Premium Membership: https://corson-s-school.thinkific.com/bundles/player-identity-2-0-membership Content: How to use game film to improve your game How to create a life changing mourning routine Wha...

Jul 01, 202152 min

#49 The Mental Performance Seminar - 4 Experts Give You The Tools To Master Your Mental

Objective: To provide hockey players ages 13-20 an opportunity to learn about how mental performance and mental health impacts performance, and how a psychologists, strength/conditioning coaches, athletic trainers, and nutritionists view the area of mental performance and how each area plays an important role in a players on and off ice success. The aim is to first open young players up to these fields and then introduce them to helpful tools they can use to master their mental game. Meet the pr...

Jun 25, 20211 hr 37 min

#48 Soft Hands, Nutrition, and Morning Shakes

Would you like to download the Mental Software Of world Class Performers (FOR FREE) - The Hockey Meditation Intro Course available now on thinkific: https://corson-s-school.thinkific.com/courses/med-intro-course to discover what meditation can do for you... Find my ‘extra’ content in the Identity 2.0 Premium Membership: https://corson-s-school.thinkific.com/bundles/player-identity-2-0-membership Content: 2 drills to get soft hands on the ice How I am simplifying my nutrition how to make a simple...

Jun 17, 202119 min

#47 How Khole Used The Identity Creator Course to Have an Amazing Overage Year in The NAHL3

Episode 47 How Khole Used The Identity Creator Course to Have an Amazing overage Year in The NAHL3 Would you like to download the Mental Software Of world Class Performers (FOR FREE) - The Hockey Meditation Intro Course available now on thinkific: https://corson-s-school.thinkific.com/courses/med-intro-course to discover what meditation can do for you... Find my ‘extra’ content in the Identity 2.0 Premium Membership: https://corson-s-school.thinkific.com/bundles/player-identity-2-0-membership Co...

Jun 10, 202119 min

#45 - How Layland Used Used The Identity Shift System to Improve His Hockey Sense

Would you like to download the Mental Software Of world Class Performers (FOR FREE) - The Hockey Meditation Intro Course available now on thinkific: https://corson-s-school.thinkific.com/courses/med-intro-course to discover what meditation can do for you... Find my ‘extra’ content in the Identity 2.0 Premium Membership: https://corson-s-school.thinkific.com/bundles/player-identity-2-0-membership Content: His experience working 1 on 1 with me Using Video Feedback How the Identity System helped hi...

May 20, 202134 min

#44 Is It Good To Be Delusional?

Would you like to download the Mental Software Of world Class Performers (FOR FREE) - The Hockey Meditation Intro Course available now on thinkific: https://corson-s-school.thinkific.com/courses/med-intro-course to discover what meditation can do for you... Find my ‘extra’ content in the Identity 2.0 Premium Membership: https://corson-s-school.thinkific.com/bundles/player-identity-2-0-membership Content: Worst case scenario if things don’t work out What if you go all out on pro? Don’t let people...

May 14, 202122 min

#43 Let's Chat About Hockey, Life, and What I Have Been Up To

Would you like to download the Mental Software Of world Class Performers (FOR FREE) - The Hockey Meditation Intro Course available now on thinkific: https://corson-s-school.thinkific.com/courses/med-intro-course to discover what meditation can do for you... Find my ‘extra’ content in the Identity 2.0 Premium Membership: https://corson-s-school.thinkific.com/bundles/player-identity-2-0-membership Content: Where this podcast is headed Life stress New school announcement??? Developing a training pl...

May 06, 202128 min

#42 Free Will and Why The Better Mental Filter Wins

Would you like to download the Mental Software Of world Class Performers (FOR FREE) - The Hockey Meditation Intro Course available now on thinkific: https://corson-s-school.thinkific.com/courses/med-intro-course to discover what meditation can do for you... Find my ‘extra’ content in the Identity 2.0 Premium Membership: https://corson-s-school.thinkific.com/bundles/player-identity-2-0-membership Content: Do we have free will on the ice to make any play we want? Why treat the mind and the body li...

Feb 17, 202118 min

#41 Productive Ideas For Hockey Players

Would you like to download the Mental Software Of world Class Performers (FOR FREE) - The Hockey Meditation Intro Course available now on thinkific: https://corson-s-school.thinkific.com/courses/med-intro-course to discover what meditation can do for you... Find my ‘extra’ content in the Identity 2.0 Premium Membership: https://corson-s-school.thinkific.com/bundles/player-identity-2-0-membership Content: Instagram posting thoughts Patience in returning from quarantine Finding Your Reason To Play...

Feb 11, 202120 min

#40 How to Manage Overwhelm

Would you like to download the Mental Software Of world Class Performers (FOR FREE) - The Hockey Meditation Intro Course available now on thinkific: https://corson-s-school.thinkific.com/courses/med-intro-course to discover what meditation can do for you... Find my ‘extra’ content in the Identity 2.0 Premium Membership: https://corson-s-school.thinkific.com/bundles/player-identity-2-0-membership Content: Why I ordered a waterfilter Start your home gym now Can you do speed work inside? Getting ba...

Feb 04, 202122 min

#39 Lifting Too Hard, Cardio for Hockey Sense, Ankle Stability Theory

Would you like to download the Mental Software Of world Class Performers (FOR FREE) -> The Hockey Meditation Intro Course available now on thinkific: https://corson-s-school.thinkific.com/courses/med-intro-course to discover what meditation can do for you... Find my ‘extra’ content in the Identity 2.0 Premium Membership: https://corson-s-school.thinkific.com/bundles/player-identity-2-0-membership Content: World Juniors Reflection… High skill is the new baseline Why you might be having shoulde...

Jan 03, 202121 min

#38 The 5 Best Things To Do During A Covid Lockdown For Hockey Players

Would you like to download the Mental Software Of world Class Performers (FOR FREE) -> The Hockey Meditation Intro Course available now on thinkific: https://corson-s-school.thinkific.com/courses/med-intro-course to discover what meditation can do for you... Find my ‘extra’ content in the Identity 2.0 Premium Membership: https://corson-s-school.thinkific.com/bundles/player-identity-2-0-membership Content: Announcing the new FREE Hockey Meditation Intro Course - Where to find it and how it wor...

Dec 22, 202019 min

#37 - Unlocking Your Confidence, The Being Mindset, Free New Meditation Course

Would you like to master your FOCUS, ENTER FLOW-STATE ON DEMAND, and BE 20% HAPPIER? Then you may want to try --> The Hockey Meditation Course 2.0 available now on thinkific: https://corson-s-school.thinkific.com/courses/hockey-meditation-course to discover what meditation can do for you... Find my ‘extra’ content in the Identity 2.0 Premium Membership: https://corson-s-school.thinkific.com/bundles/player-identity-2-0-membership Content: Unlocking confidence Developing The Being Mindset The 2...

Dec 15, 202022 min

#36 Invest In Yourself - The Video Game Filter

Would you like to master your FOCUS, ENTER FLOW-STATE ON DEMAND, and BE 20% HAPPIER? Then you may want to try --> The Hockey Meditation Course 2.0 available now on thinkific: https://corson-s-school.thinkific.com/courses/hockey-meditation-course to discover what meditation can do for you... Find my ‘extra’ content in the Identity 2.0 Premium Membership: https://corson-s-school.thinkific.com/bundles/player-identity-2-0-membership Content: Hitting PRs Injury prevention How to really invest in y...

Dec 09, 202018 min

#35 Stoicism - Your Secret Mental Weapon

Would you like to master your FOCUS, ENTER FLOW-STATE ON DEMAND, and BE 20% HAPPIER? Then you may want to try --> The Hockey Meditation Course 2.0 available now on thinkific: https://corson-s-school.thinkific.com/courses/hockey-meditation-course to discover what meditation can do for you... Find my ‘extra’ content in the Identity 2.0 Premium Membership: https://corson-s-school.thinkific.com/bundles/player-identity-2-0-membership Content: What it means to be ready for the lows of a hockey seas...

Dec 01, 202021 min
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