Here’s the truth: success doesn’t come from avoiding failure. It comes from learning how to face temporary defeat, stay in the game, and use those moments to fuel your growth. At Major League Mindset, this is one of our core teachings - how to bounce forward from setbacks with antifragility and keep moving forward.

Hopefully the next time you have a big game, a big test, a big presentation, an important conversation, etc., you can take some of this to use this to create your very own ‘flip the switch’ routine. Know that it doesn’t guarantee any ‘result’, but it does guarantee one thing: you’ll show up at your best, ready to go do what you do best…CRUSH IT!

At Major League Mindset, we believe in intentional action, and tools like the MLM Habit Tracker make it easier to stay accountable. Your calendar isn’t just a record of your time; it’s a reflection of your values and an opportunity to grow into the best version of yourself.

Christmas is often focused on receiving—gifts, praise, success. But what if we flipped the script? What if, instead of focusing on what we can get, we asked ourselves, “What can I give?” Because here’s the secret: when you give, you gain far more in return.

When you hit snooze and delay the day, you’re sending a message to yourself: comfort is more important than progress. You lose momentum before the day even starts. But when you decide to rise with purpose, you’re creating a small win that sets the tone for everything else.

Your body language sends powerful signals—not just to others, but to yourself. How you carry yourself influences how opponents perceive you, how teammates react to you, and most importantly, how you feel about yourself.

A grateful athlete is also more likely to appreciate the opportunity to compete and to value the hard work and dedication required to succeed. This perspective can help them stay grounded during moments of adversity, allowing them to see setbacks as learning experiences rather than personal failures.

The MLM Mantra wristband is more than a piece of gear; it’s a mental tool designed to keep athletes focused, resilient, and mentally locked in. These wristbands serve as a powerful reminder of the mantras that guide athletes to their best selves, both on and off the field.

Champions don’t wait for January 1st to make changes or set goals. They understand that every day, every moment, is an opportunity to make progress. If you wait for the new year to start fresh, you’ve already lost momentum. That’s why we call them NEW DAY’S RESOLUTIONS here at MLM.

Let’s dive into one of the most powerful tools here at Major League Mindset: connecting with your future self. This isn’t just about motivation—it’s about building a vision of who you want to become as an athlete and person and using that vision to fuel your actions every day.

In the pursuit of greatness, whether in sports or life, many of us chase after external rewards—money, fame, success—believing they will bring us lasting happiness. But what if I told you that the real key to success isn't found in these external achievements, but in something much deeper, something INTERNAL?

Stress comes with athletics and life. It’s the weight of competition, the uncertainty of outcomes, and the friction that comes with striving for greatness. But suffering doesn’t have to follow. By mastering our mindset, creating mental tools, and maintaining perspective, we can navigate stress like the Stoics did—by using it as a catalyst for growth, not as a source of suffering.

Yup, that’s me back in early 2009 at the position I played most, 1st base coach. After 200 at-bats in Double-A I was hitting a whopping .190. On days I wouldn’t start (which were most) I would take my position as 1st base coach. Pretty much rock bottom. 

For the past couple of years I've had the pleasure of working with Nick Morabito on the mental side of the game. Just a few days ago he got named the Mets Minor League Player of the Year.

I thought it would be great to show players, parents and coaches the exact ‘process’ we came up with before the season started. He agreed and gave me the go ahead, so here it is.

Billionaire Warren Buffet, one of the most successful financial investors to walk the planet, once said: "Most people go through life using up a very, very small part of their potential. You could have a three-hundred-horsepower motor and get three hundred horsepower out of it or you can get a lot less. The people who I see function well are not the ones with the biggest 'motors,' but the ones with the most efficient ones."

"The price of success is paid in private. Visible triumphs are built on invisible work." This quote (author unknown) encapsulates the essence of success, not only in life but also in the high-stakes world of Major League Baseball. It's a truth that I, as a mental strength coach who has worked with numerous baseball players, understand deeply.

By understanding these mental states and having set routines, players can better navigate the ups and downs of the game. You can train your mind to recognize when you're slipping into a yellow or red light mentality and take the necessary steps to bring yourself back to green.

Success in sports, like in life, isn’t defined by how well you perform when everything goes right. Instead, it’s your ability to respond when things go wrong that sets you apart. This idea is at the heart of the Major League Mindset, a philosophy rooted in resilience, positivity, and the unwavering belief that every setback is an opportunity for growth.

Nick Saban, the legendary Alabama football coach, once said, "It takes a certain amount of character to be successful. It takes a certain amount of self-discipline to actually have character." This insight perfectly aligns with the Major League Mindset philosophy, which emphasizes self-discipline, accountability, and making tough choices to achieve success.

A core principle of the MLM program is antifragility—the capacity to not just survive but thrive in adversity. This concept directly challenges the notion of simply relying on a positive mindset. Instead, it emphasizes the importance of developing a mindset that can not only withstand but actually benefit from challenges.