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Mindset First: Break Free from the Weight of Results, Play with Confidence, and Perform When It Matters Most
Fed up with fluffy and cookie-cutter mental game advice? You're not alone. This is your guide to discover a reliable and repeatable way to dominate the mental game. All facts, no fluff.
The quest for excellence can be daunting, leaving athletes and high-performers alike grappling with performance anxiety, overthinking, and confidence issues.
Forget the cliché advice like "just be positive" or "don't worry about it." What you need are actionable strategies to train your mind just like the ones professional athletes use. In this book, Dr. Cassidy Preston pulls back the curtain on how he coaches professional athletes to think differently about success and failure.
Proven principles and strategies to get in the zoneWhy the world’s top athletes prioritize mindset over resultsHow to cure overthinking, bounce back from mistakes, and develop unshakeable confidenceReal-life examples of hockey players who've trained their mind and achieved Consistent Elite Performance Access PDF worksheets, the CEP Mindset Assessment, and more exclusive resources.
Dr. Preston personally weathered the mental challenges of 5 years of junior hockey and 5 years of college hockey, plus a cup of coffee at the professional level. His struggles fueled a quest for a better way, leading to over 12 years of academic study and founding CEP Mindset — one of the largest Mental Performance Coaching firms in the world.
This book is the culmination of Dr. Preston's journey—a blend of personal trials, academic insights, and professional expertise spanning over two decades. The strategies within have helped thousands of athletes break free from mental barriers, play with confidence, and achieve Consistent Elite Performance.
Ready to get out of your own head and start dominating the mental game? Click "add to cart" and begin your journey to Consistent Elite Performance today.
When athletes do the work, this system delivers reliable and repeatable results time and time again.
The quest for excellence can be daunting, leaving athletes and high-performers alike grappling with performance anxiety, overthinking, and confidence issues.
Forget the cliché advice like "just be positive" or "don't worry about it." What you need are actionable strategies to train your mind just like the ones professional athletes use. In this book, Dr. Cassidy Preston pulls back the curtain on how he coaches professional athletes to think differently about success and failure.
Proven principles and strategies to get in the zoneWhy the world’s top athletes prioritize mindset over resultsHow to cure overthinking, bounce back from mistakes, and develop unshakeable confidenceReal-life examples of hockey players who've trained their mind and achieved Consistent Elite Performance Access PDF worksheets, the CEP Mindset Assessment, and more exclusive resources.
Dr. Preston personally weathered the mental challenges of 5 years of junior hockey and 5 years of college hockey, plus a cup of coffee at the professional level. His struggles fueled a quest for a better way, leading to over 12 years of academic study and founding CEP Mindset — one of the largest Mental Performance Coaching firms in the world.
This book is the culmination of Dr. Preston's journey—a blend of personal trials, academic insights, and professional expertise spanning over two decades. The strategies within have helped thousands of athletes break free from mental barriers, play with confidence, and achieve Consistent Elite Performance.
Ready to get out of your own head and start dominating the mental game? Click "add to cart" and begin your journey to Consistent Elite Performance today.
When athletes do the work, this system delivers reliable and repeatable results time and time again.
178 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 26, 2023
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May 31, 2024
As someone who is driven, determined, and constantly looking for ways to better myself and achieve my goals, it is critical that I find ways to improve and increase my chances of succeeding. I was a member of an elite mentoring team for a year two years ago. The primary focus was on self-mastery, with a particular emphasis on mindset and its critical role in achieving goals. When I came across this book, I was eager to read it because I knew it would provide useful insights.
Mindset First is a book that delves deeply into the concept behind its title. Written from the viewpoint of an athlete who has gained valuable insights in their pursuit of greatness, the author highlights the significance of shifting focus away from results and towards altering perspective. The author refers to this mindset shift as "Putting Mindset First."
Mindset First is an insightful read about the advantages of using a mindset-based approach to achieve success. The author uses sports examples to provide practical advice that can be applied to any discipline. This book is an excellent starting point for those seeking to shift away from a results-driven mindset.
Mindset First is a book that delves deeply into the concept behind its title. Written from the viewpoint of an athlete who has gained valuable insights in their pursuit of greatness, the author highlights the significance of shifting focus away from results and towards altering perspective. The author refers to this mindset shift as "Putting Mindset First."
Mindset First is an insightful read about the advantages of using a mindset-based approach to achieve success. The author uses sports examples to provide practical advice that can be applied to any discipline. This book is an excellent starting point for those seeking to shift away from a results-driven mindset.
June 16, 2024
What allows athletes who perform at the top of their sports to succeed? Part of it is pure talent, but there’s another mental aspect of it that is just as important. Learning that mental toughness and having the ability to stay calm under pressure is what breeds champions. It is also something that you can apply to your everyday life.
You don’t need to be an athlete to understand the techniques that this book teaches. The author played sports for many years, but eventually, he learned that his calling lay elsewhere. Now, he helps players master what he calls the ability to achieve Constant Elite Performance.
Once you have learned the simple but effective techniques to get to this plateau, you can duplicate championship-worthy efforts in every aspect of your life. Doing so will allow you reach heights you never dreamed of. The power is in you, but in order to tap into it, you must learn the methods that this book so expertly teaches.
You don’t need to be an athlete to understand the techniques that this book teaches. The author played sports for many years, but eventually, he learned that his calling lay elsewhere. Now, he helps players master what he calls the ability to achieve Constant Elite Performance.
Once you have learned the simple but effective techniques to get to this plateau, you can duplicate championship-worthy efforts in every aspect of your life. Doing so will allow you reach heights you never dreamed of. The power is in you, but in order to tap into it, you must learn the methods that this book so expertly teaches.
May 28, 2024
This book guided me to have more emotional intelligence
This book is a no-nonsense guide to mastering the mental game, offering strategies used by professional athletes. Drawing from over 12 years of academic study and personal experience in hockey, Preston presents proven principles for getting in the zone, curing overthinking, and developing unshakeable confidence. The book includes real-life examples and exclusive resources like PDF worksheets and the CEP Mindset Assessment. I have notice how, at my twenties, I have applied the tools immediately, significantly improving my performance and mindset. "Mindset First" is an amazing guide for anyone looking to dominate the mental game and achieve Consistent Elite Performance. This book guided me to have more emotional intelligence and think more before acting.
This book is a no-nonsense guide to mastering the mental game, offering strategies used by professional athletes. Drawing from over 12 years of academic study and personal experience in hockey, Preston presents proven principles for getting in the zone, curing overthinking, and developing unshakeable confidence. The book includes real-life examples and exclusive resources like PDF worksheets and the CEP Mindset Assessment. I have notice how, at my twenties, I have applied the tools immediately, significantly improving my performance and mindset. "Mindset First" is an amazing guide for anyone looking to dominate the mental game and achieve Consistent Elite Performance. This book guided me to have more emotional intelligence and think more before acting.
June 1, 2024
A disruptive book!
To be honest, nowadays there are many books that promise to be disruptive, but say the same thing as many other texts; however, this one in particular caught my attention because it promises little verbiage despite being a book and the truth is that it achieves it 100%.
This book is dedicated to all those sportsmen or professional athletes so that they can perceive success from a completely different perspective, so that they can learn to cope with so many disorders that they face every day.
I think this book challenges the theory of what many books mention, because it prioritizes the way of thinking about the result, something that many coaches would not agree with but that in the end greatly benefits athletes. I recommend reading this book if you are an athlete, have an athlete patient or if you are a family member!
To be honest, nowadays there are many books that promise to be disruptive, but say the same thing as many other texts; however, this one in particular caught my attention because it promises little verbiage despite being a book and the truth is that it achieves it 100%.
This book is dedicated to all those sportsmen or professional athletes so that they can perceive success from a completely different perspective, so that they can learn to cope with so many disorders that they face every day.
I think this book challenges the theory of what many books mention, because it prioritizes the way of thinking about the result, something that many coaches would not agree with but that in the end greatly benefits athletes. I recommend reading this book if you are an athlete, have an athlete patient or if you are a family member!
June 3, 2024
This book is a must read for athletes and high-performers seeking to enhance their mental game. Unlike typical self-help books filled with fluff, Dr. Preston delivers practical strategies grounded in fact and experience. The author provides actionable techniques to overcome common challenges like performance anxiety and overthinking. Through real-life examples and insights from professional athletes, he demonstrates the power of mindset training in achieving Consistent Elite Performance. One of the book's strengths is its bonus content, including worksheets and assessments, which aid in the application of the strategies outlined. Dr. Preston's personal transformation from struggling athlete to successful mental performance coach adds authenticity to his advice. It is a must read for anyone, even if you're not an athlete, this mental strength is needed in every aspect of human life.
June 20, 2024
It is not just any motivational book
This book goes against all those who erroneously or superfluously engage in motivational coaching.
Dr. Preston makes a bit of a fool of those who, without studies or any real foundation, try to motivate people to be better simply by means of positive thoughts.
This book teaches us tactics, discipline and methodology to achieve what we really want to achieve, set clear goals and meet them within reasonable time frames.
Scaling his methodology to athletes, it shows any reader that Preston's studies and recommendations can really change your life if you learn to apply them in the right way. Clearly the basis is focused on the human mind and its capacity to open up to a world of possibilities when we get rid of certain obstacles.
Excellent book.
This book goes against all those who erroneously or superfluously engage in motivational coaching.
Dr. Preston makes a bit of a fool of those who, without studies or any real foundation, try to motivate people to be better simply by means of positive thoughts.
This book teaches us tactics, discipline and methodology to achieve what we really want to achieve, set clear goals and meet them within reasonable time frames.
Scaling his methodology to athletes, it shows any reader that Preston's studies and recommendations can really change your life if you learn to apply them in the right way. Clearly the basis is focused on the human mind and its capacity to open up to a world of possibilities when we get rid of certain obstacles.
Excellent book.
June 22, 2024
Straightforward yet compelling writing
Wow! This book goes deep. It goes deep into the psychological facets of sports performance, especially in hockey. I found the book’s narrative to be engaging. It contains personal anecdotes and professional insights. The author uses this to illuminate the importance of mindset over just results. I loved the straightforward yet compelling writing. Athletes like Nathan MacKinnon serve as case studies and inspiration. It was really interesting to see how mental resilience and a process-focused mindset can lead to peak performance. I have faced the pressure of high expectations and the fear of failure. So, this book resonated deeply with me, and I think most people will relate. This is a practical guide that goes way beyond sports. It offers valuable lessons on achieving consistent excellence in any competitive arena.
Wow! This book goes deep. It goes deep into the psychological facets of sports performance, especially in hockey. I found the book’s narrative to be engaging. It contains personal anecdotes and professional insights. The author uses this to illuminate the importance of mindset over just results. I loved the straightforward yet compelling writing. Athletes like Nathan MacKinnon serve as case studies and inspiration. It was really interesting to see how mental resilience and a process-focused mindset can lead to peak performance. I have faced the pressure of high expectations and the fear of failure. So, this book resonated deeply with me, and I think most people will relate. This is a practical guide that goes way beyond sports. It offers valuable lessons on achieving consistent excellence in any competitive arena.
June 22, 2024
An open-minded book
“Mindset first” is a handy guide penned by Dr. Cassey Preston that will do wonders to those professionals who need to control their minds in any game.
The author has included his experiences, insights and professional expertise throughout these years to highlight the strategies that work for professionals. Acceptance, breathing, commitment are some of the topics mentioned here that will help professional players to develop their potential; bear in mind the process rather than the results.
It’s a practical, interesting and well-explained book that will enlighten players about the strength and potentiality of their minds. I believe that it is necessary to understand and accept the fact that the mind counts for anything people want to do. Without a doubt, I recommend this gem to readers who want to boost their confidence in their lives.
“Mindset first” is a handy guide penned by Dr. Cassey Preston that will do wonders to those professionals who need to control their minds in any game.
The author has included his experiences, insights and professional expertise throughout these years to highlight the strategies that work for professionals. Acceptance, breathing, commitment are some of the topics mentioned here that will help professional players to develop their potential; bear in mind the process rather than the results.
It’s a practical, interesting and well-explained book that will enlighten players about the strength and potentiality of their minds. I believe that it is necessary to understand and accept the fact that the mind counts for anything people want to do. Without a doubt, I recommend this gem to readers who want to boost their confidence in their lives.
May 28, 2024
You will find useful tools to change your life.
This reading is for those who are interested in having control of their mind as professional athletes do. ''Mindset First'' written by Dr. Cassidy Presto is a guide in which readers will find tools to have confidence, overcome the fear of failure, focus on the process, control anxiety, optimize routines, and more.
This book contains the best lessons of successful people who will help you. With interesting advice to apply in your daily life, this book promises to help you advance and have control of your mind. In addition, the interesting thing about this book is that it contains additional resources that will facilitate the practice of these lessons. Here you will find useful tools to change your life.
This reading is for those who are interested in having control of their mind as professional athletes do. ''Mindset First'' written by Dr. Cassidy Presto is a guide in which readers will find tools to have confidence, overcome the fear of failure, focus on the process, control anxiety, optimize routines, and more.
This book contains the best lessons of successful people who will help you. With interesting advice to apply in your daily life, this book promises to help you advance and have control of your mind. In addition, the interesting thing about this book is that it contains additional resources that will facilitate the practice of these lessons. Here you will find useful tools to change your life.
May 30, 2024
In this great book, Dr. Cassidy Preston gives advice and guides athletes on how to improve their game without resorting to clichés. The author’s writing is both accessible and encouraging. He avoids jargon and presents complex concepts in a way that is easy to understand. His tone is supportive, inspiring athletes to believe in their potential and take proactive steps towards their goals. The book is filled with the author’s own experience as an athlete and his academic knowledge, reinforcing the message that mental toughness can be developed with dedication and practice. Mindset First offers a wealth of knowledge and tools to help readers harness the power of the mind and perform at the highest level.
May 31, 2024
It is a great book that motivates you to be the owner of your greatness. There is a potential within you, and all you need is to change or program your mindset. The author has shared lessons on how to win, which doesn't have to be in any sport or activity but applies to your everyday life. Coming up with a routine and sticking to it motivates you to reach your goal, improve your self-esteem, bounce back from failures, and, my favorite, find a cure for overthinking. The book is divided into easy-to-understand chapters. You can read one or two chapters per sitting, and then at the end, it has a very informative summary and space for your notes. The mental preparation and routine for the peak performance chapter have helped me prepare for my test.
June 2, 2024
This book is life changing, and it is a breath of fresh air in the world of mental performance coaching. Tired of generic advice, the author offers actionable strategies and proven principles to help athletes and high-performers achieve consistent elite performance. Based on his own experiences in hockey and over two decades of academic and professional expertise, she delivers an incredible approach that resonates with me. Through real-life examples and exclusive resources like PDF worksheets and the CEP Mindset Assessment, that made me gain practical tools to implement these strategies effectively. The book shows the author's journey from his own struggles to founding one of the largest Mental Performance Coaching firms in the world has culminated in this amazing guide.
May 27, 2024
I have a lot of experience with books about mindsets, and I have to say, this one truly stands up. Being able to apply what is taught in the books is always an issue, but this read was so clear that I feel more confident when it comes to actually making the necessary changes. The author provides tips and tools to help the reader do just that, by also telling real-life stories that are able to paint the picture all that better, and as a reader, I felt seen in more than one story! You are your own enemy when it comes to mind and this book is here to empathize with the reader and share positivity! Solid reading.
May 27, 2024
As a mental performance coach, Dr. Cassidy Preston is an authority dedicated to helping others achieve success, deal with failure, and thrive in this life. As its title suggests, the author invites us to cure overthinking and train our minds to achieve anything we propose. Through an easy-to-follow narrative, practical techniques, and strategies, the author inspires readers, just as he has done with many professional athletes, to unlock their full potential, overcome obstacles, and excel in their pursuits with confidence and resilience.
I like the way the book has been crafted and how the author approaches us. I guess any reader would enjoy this book as much as I did.
I like the way the book has been crafted and how the author approaches us. I guess any reader would enjoy this book as much as I did.
May 29, 2024
A practical guide for athletes and high-performers...
Mindset First by Dr. Cassidy Preston is a practical guide for athletes and high-performers to master the mental game. Drawing on his own athletic experience and extensive academic study, Dr. Preston offers actionable strategies to overcome overthinking, build confidence, and achieve elite performance. The book emphasizes mindset over results and includes real-life examples, PDF worksheets, and the CEP Mindset Assessment to help readers apply the principles. This essential read empowers individuals to break free from mental barriers and perform at their best. Highly recommended.
Mindset First by Dr. Cassidy Preston is a practical guide for athletes and high-performers to master the mental game. Drawing on his own athletic experience and extensive academic study, Dr. Preston offers actionable strategies to overcome overthinking, build confidence, and achieve elite performance. The book emphasizes mindset over results and includes real-life examples, PDF worksheets, and the CEP Mindset Assessment to help readers apply the principles. This essential read empowers individuals to break free from mental barriers and perform at their best. Highly recommended.
June 3, 2024
I found this book from Dr. Cassidy Presto to be a wonderful guide with tools to improve from inside out. The fundamental element of the book is confidence and the author deals with tips to improve our everyday life. Highly important topics such as how to overcome the fear of failure, control anxiety and optimize routines are dealt beautifully. I found it interesting the fact that this book contains additional resources that will facilitate the practice of these tips. All these topics are developed in a gentle and friendly language, which I found perfect for the genre of the book. I had a wonderful time while reading; I enjoyed every page of this book. I will recommend it for sure.
June 19, 2024
The biggest asset of every athlete is definitely their mindset. There are many people gifted and skilled in sports, but transforming that raw power into greatness can only be done with a strong head, which will ultimately achieve better performance.
Preston knows this very well and explains in detail different techniques to achieve mental toughness. He specializes in hockey, but it can be extrapolated to other sports as well. As a physical education teacher, I find it interesting and technical; even though we are all different, the objective is normally the same, being the best versions of ourselves in whatever we are doing, at least for lovers of competition such as myself.
Preston knows this very well and explains in detail different techniques to achieve mental toughness. He specializes in hockey, but it can be extrapolated to other sports as well. As a physical education teacher, I find it interesting and technical; even though we are all different, the objective is normally the same, being the best versions of ourselves in whatever we are doing, at least for lovers of competition such as myself.
June 19, 2024
Whether you are a high-level athlete or leader wanting to make sure that your mental game is on point or simply an “ordinary” person who wants to discover how to attain peak mental (and physical) performance, this book will teach you everything you need to know. Dr. Cassidy Preston avoids cliché “think happy thoughts” advice and focuses, instead, on real techniques that can help you improve your mindset. It is important to note that you have to separate mindset from results. Although the results will come, eventually, basing your self-worth and mental game on results is sure to be counterproductive. This and other valuable lessons are what I learned from this book!
June 22, 2024
We all, in one way or another, seek excellence in any activity we do or even in life itself. In this book, we will discover the strategies used by the talented Dr. Cassidy Preston to help professional athletes deal with failure and above all, he encourages them to look for different possibilities. This great change of mind that the author takes them to is very interesting and applicable to various aspects, which makes the book an invaluable resource.
The mental power that excellence needs is extreme since it involves anxiety, stress or confidence issues and the author is careful to explain it extensively. He also provides the necessary tools to face this process in the best possible way.
The mental power that excellence needs is extreme since it involves anxiety, stress or confidence issues and the author is careful to explain it extensively. He also provides the necessary tools to face this process in the best possible way.
June 22, 2024
Awesome read
Dr. Cassidy Preston created this awesome book that will equip the readers to improve their mindsets and therefore reach their goals.
Although taken from a sports perspective, it influences in all aspects of life. I really believe this book is a great and powerful tool for anyone reading it.
Along with the author's experiences and moments he’s lived through, you get a great and encouraging push to a better mind set and mental strength. I highly recommend this book to all those who feel they might struggle with seeing their mental goals. The author writes in such a way that it will inspire the reader to accept and try the tools provided.
Dr. Cassidy Preston created this awesome book that will equip the readers to improve their mindsets and therefore reach their goals.
Although taken from a sports perspective, it influences in all aspects of life. I really believe this book is a great and powerful tool for anyone reading it.
Along with the author's experiences and moments he’s lived through, you get a great and encouraging push to a better mind set and mental strength. I highly recommend this book to all those who feel they might struggle with seeing their mental goals. The author writes in such a way that it will inspire the reader to accept and try the tools provided.
May 21, 2024
Great book
In my opinion, this book is an amazing resource for hockey players. However, I also found it to be incredibly insightful in terms of mindset development overall. "Mindset First" is truly a great read that I highly recommend. Its content and perspective are both very helpful, and I find myself ready to apply what I’ve learned in everyday situations - particularly beneficial for hockey players.
In my opinion, this book is an amazing resource for hockey players. However, I also found it to be incredibly insightful in terms of mindset development overall. "Mindset First" is truly a great read that I highly recommend. Its content and perspective are both very helpful, and I find myself ready to apply what I’ve learned in everyday situations - particularly beneficial for hockey players.
June 21, 2024
A must read
This is a must read for anyone serious about mental performance. I think the author's point of view is refreshing. I liked this read from the very beginning. The book’s clarity and directness make it easy to apply these techniques in everyday life. Overall, Mindset First is a must-read for those ready to elevate their mental game and achieve consistent elite performance.
This is a must read for anyone serious about mental performance. I think the author's point of view is refreshing. I liked this read from the very beginning. The book’s clarity and directness make it easy to apply these techniques in everyday life. Overall, Mindset First is a must-read for those ready to elevate their mental game and achieve consistent elite performance.
June 22, 2024
Mindset First by Dr. Cassidy Preston is a must read. The book offers a refreshing approach to mental toughness. Dr. Preston cuts through the usual fluff and delivers clear and actionable strategies. I appreciated his practical advice over generic positivity. The focus on mindset over mere results is compelling. Also, I found the emphasis on confidence and overcoming overthinking particularly valuable. I think this read is about developing a resilient and focused mindset.
June 21, 2024
This was a good story. It's nothing ground-breaking so to say, but it's a great reminder. It's a great reminder to take care of your mental health, to stop saying, "I can't do this," and start saying, "I can do this." It's a short read, but a good read. You can be a better player! And this can definitely be applied to everything else, too!
June 10, 2024
Really interesting book, the first one that wanted me to work on my Mindset First instead of results and explained why in a clear manner. Has a lot of hockey examples, but I can still see the point. Great book!
December 6, 2024
mindset the goal setter
Mindset is the determining of achieving any kind of objective. The book by Cassidy Preston Elaborate how mindset influence performance.
Mindset is the determining of achieving any kind of objective. The book by Cassidy Preston Elaborate how mindset influence performance.
June 29, 2024
Dr. Cassidy Preston presents a powerful guide, outlining strategies, visions and behaviors to enhance and maximize people's personal and professional potential. Dr. Preston explores on each page, in an interesting way, how people can optimize confidence and get better results in those critical moments of high importance for each person. The book helps to develop a positive and sustainable mindset with the help of practical tools and clear examples. This book inspired me not only because of its clear and engaging narrative, but also because it starts by affirming how powerful the human mind already is but how great it can be if you know how to work it. I recommend it.
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