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Hosted by Maliya Saphia Patel · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 45 episodes
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The Mental Playbook champions mental wellness in the sports community by fostering open dialogue, challenging stigmas, and offering actionable strategies for holistic growth. Through candid conversations and expert insights, the podcast empowers athletes and sports enthusiasts to prioritize their mental health as a vital cornerstone of success and well-being. Subscribe here: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/maliya-saphiapatel/subscribefbclid=PAdGRleASvy3BwZG9mAmV4dG4DYWVtATEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQPMTI0MDI0NTc0Mjg3NDE0AAGntnigt6VycA9UH_puoZBQztkqtdUhVyr6Fo3uUUzkXmcrieDBnwdPi0rCjug_aem_xlOzsdS
Maliya Saphia Patel hosts Mental Playbook, a health show with 45 episodes published.
In this episode of the Mental Playbook , I sit down with Jamia Fields, MBA and PhD student, professional soccer player (forward and defender), founder of Vintyj Kreations and Stoic Los Angeles. We talk about the journey
In this episode of the Mental Playbook , I talk to Alex Simmons, father, fitness trainer, former pro football player, and kidney transplant recipient, to talk about grit, perspective, and the positive mindset that carrie
In this episode of the Mental Playbook, I sit down with 7X championship flag football coach Anthony Jackson to explore the incredible growth of one of the fastest rising sports in the world. Anthony shares how he got inv
What happens when you combine youth mentorship, women's sports, and entrepreneurship? In this episode of the Mental Playbook , I sit down with Meaghan Franks, founder of Sport Sitters , to discuss how she's creating oppo
We all know the iconic duo A Great Big World, made up of Chad King and Ian Axel. Today, I sat down with singer, songwriter, and one half of the Grammy Award-winning duo, Chad King, to discuss his journey navigating Multi
In this episode of the Mental Playbook, I sit down with Reshma Kearney , Trauma-Informed yoga teacher and Mindful Healing Guide, for an open and honest conversation about grief, loss, and healing. We unpack the common mi
This episode is all about what really changes when you step into a new environment. Ashley Thurk, USC Women’s Soccer Defender and Maya McDermott, USC Women’s Soccer Forward join host, Maliya Patel to discuss all about th
In this episode, we dive into how gratitude and perspective can transform the way we handle pressure and nerves with Olivia Papakyrikos, Licensed Therapist (MA & CT), Mental Performance Coach for Athletes & High-Achiever
Maria Jose Rodriguez’s journey is about more than sports, it’s about identity, belonging, and building community across cultures. Born and raised in Honduras, Maria shares what it was like leaving home and finding a new
In this episode of the Mental Playbook, Emily Huston, former volleyball player and founder of HomeTeam, joins the show to talk about life after sport. Emily shares her athletic journey, why she retired, and the mental he
In this special collaboration episode, The Anxious Athlete and The Mental Playbook come together for a deep conversation about building an identity that isn’t dependent on performance. So many athletes grow up tying thei
In this episode of the Mental Playbook, we sit down with Karse Klijian, Founder and CEO of Klijian Sports Management, to break down the realities of athlete representation. Karse shares why athlete branding, NIL, and ath
In this episode, I’m talking to Cooper Keane, an opposite hitter for USC (Trojans) Men’s Volleyball and a member of the USAV U19 National Team. We dive into his mental preparation on and off the court, the importance of
In this episode of The Mental Playbook, we sit down with Tyson Ford, former Notre Dame defensive lineman, now suiting up for Cal Berkeley as he shares his powerful journey through football and life. Tyson talks about the
In Part 2 of our in-person episode with Sammie Reggev and Evan Sliter, we’re going even deeper. This half of the convo brings: 🧠 Honest takes on mental health, expectations, and pressure 🏃 Reflections on what high scho
We’re kicking off our first-ever in-person filmed episode of The Mental Playbook with none other than Sammie Reggev and Evan Sliter, recent high school graduates with a passion for being out in the wilderness. And trust
From calling USC Women’s Volleyball matches to writing NHL columns and covering pro teams like the LA Kings and Anaheim Ducks, Kasey Kazliner is crafting a broadcasting journey defined by passion and persistence. In this
The transition from high school to college can feel overwhelming, and not just for students and student-athletes but parents too since no one gives you a college manual. In this honest conversation, life coach and former
In this powerful episode, Zach Gale, special education teacher and founder of Me2We, opens up about his high school experience navigating anxiety both on the baseball field and beyond. We explore what it really means to
What happens when the game ends? In this episode, former D2 basketball player Samantha Whiteman shares how she went from athlete to entrepreneur, founding Arena Transfer, a company that helps retired athletes rediscover
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Mental Playbook is hosted by Maliya Saphia Patel. The show is categorised under health (fitness) and has published 45 episodes.
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