Bad Advice That’s Hurting Your Performance | Mindset Myths Debunked

Some of the most popular success advice may actually be hurting your performance.
In this episode of You Don’t Know Jack, Dr. Jack Groppel and Dr. Haley Perlus break down common mindset phrases like “fake it till you make it,” “failure is not an option,” and “get 1% better every day.”
These ideas sound motivating, but are they actually helpful?
Drawing from decades of experience in performance psychology and coaching elite athletes, leaders, and high performers, Jack and Haley explain what works, what doesn’t, and why real growth is more nuanced than popular slogans suggest.
In this episode you’ll learn:
• Why common motivational advice can backfire
• What actually builds confidence and resilience
•How to think about failure in a healthy, productive way
• The difference between sustainable growth and performance pressure
• Better mindset strategies that truly support high performance
If you want practical, honest guidance, not clichés, this episode is for you.
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Dr. Haley Perlus

Dr. Haley Perlus, PhD

Dr. Haley Perlus works with some of the world’s top athletes, brands, and fitness experts to move past mental blocks and achieve results uniquely tailored to the individual or corporation’s goals and expectations. Follow her or subscribe to receive videos featuring Mental Toughness Moments.

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