In The Zone

Welcome to the Healthy Mindset App Podcast, where host Mike Hartman, a performance coach and former professional athlete, brings his passion to help athletes and workplace athletes achieve their dreams and goals while being mindful of everything else in life. Mike also uses this platform to share his targeted assessment applications, healthy mindset course, meditation, and goal-setting technique for the athlete and workplace athlete. We're glad you're here. Now let's dive headfirst into this episode of the Healthy Mindset App podcast. Here's your host, Mike Hartman.

In the Zone. Welcome to this guided meditation. Find a comfortable position, whether you're sitting or lying down. Gently close your eyes and take a deep breath in, filling your lungs completely. Hold for a moment and then slowly exhale, letting go of any tension. Allow your body to relax and your mind to focus on the present moment. Now, imagine yourself back at your first sports game. Feel the excitement in the air, the nervous energy coursing through your veins. Picture the field or court, the bright lights, and the sound of the crowd. Take a moment to fully immerse yourself in this memory. Recall the anticipation you felt before the game began. Remember the preparation, practices, and the encouragement from your coach and teammates. Feel the butterflies in your stomach as you get ready to play. As the game progresses, you find yourself in the perfect position. The ball or puck is coming your way. Time seems to slow down. You focus intently on your goal, your heart pounding with excitement. You make your move, executing with precision and confidence. And then it happens. You score your first goal. Feel the rush of adrenaline, pure joy and exhilaration. Hear the cheers from your teammates and the crowd, sound filling your ears and your heart. Take a moment to savor this memory. Feel the pride and accomplishment of that moment. Know that your hard work and dedication led you to this point. Feel gratitude for the journey, for the challenges you faced and overcame. Now think about the support you received from your coach, family, and your friends. Their encouragement and belief in you helped you reach this achievement. Let gratitude for their support fill your heart. As you bask in the positive feelings from this memory, take another deep breath in, filling your lungs with gratitude and joy. Hold it for a moment, and then slowly exhale, releasing any lingering tension. Allow yourself to smile, feeling the warmth of that moment spreading throughout your body. Let the memory of your first goal remind you of your strength determination, and the power of perseverance. Now take another deep breath in, and as you exhale, slowly bring your awareness back to the present moment. Wiggle your fingers and toes, gently stretching your body. When you feel ready, slowly open your eyes, carrying with you the positive energy and gratitude from this meditation. Thank you for taking this time to connect with your past achievements and embrace the power of gratitude. Remember, the feelings of joy and accomplishment are always within you, ready to be called upon whenever you need them.

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