On this weeks episode Jody Martins and Nathan Paulse delve into the intricacies of character development and mindset in football. Join them as they explore the significance of these traits, drawing from personal experiences and observations to shed light on their importance in South African football and beyond. They discuss… Importance of character development and mindset in football. Emphasis on etiquette, handling pressure, and basic etiquette for success. Addressing false identity pressure in sportsNegative outcomes of maintaining a "superman" identity. Self-identity and success in sport and lifeBuilding a strong sense of self through mindfulness and personal growth. Nathan's early years and challenges in football. Struggles with lack of mentors, dealing with criticism, and finding support. Emphasising commitment and humility in sports. Understanding the journey and maintaining a humble mindset. Emphasising growth in sports and life. Viewing setbacks as opportunities for growth and self-improvement. Transforming athletes and fostering growth in a positive environment. ABOUT JODY A Mental Performance Coach with a background in cricket coaching, fascinated with the Why, What and How of Sports Performance. SUPPORT THE PODCAST Follow on Spotify | Apple Podcasts Sharing with others. Leave a review. Donate on www.jodymartins.co. CONNECT WITH NATHAN Social: @coachnathanpaulse IG: https://www.instagram.com/coachnathanpaulse?igsh=MWdzMzc1eXFlYTh5MA== FB: https://www.facebook.com/nathan.paulse.54?mibextid=LQQJ4d YT: https://youtube.com/@coachnathanpaulse?si=uIzx04cfieFN7nog CONNECT WITH JODY Jody offers individual and team Mental Performance Programs Connect with him below. W: www.jodymartins.co E: [email protected]