What happens when tennis opens doors beyond the court? 🎾✨In this powerful episode of the HTP Podcast, Gira Schofield sits down with Trang, a junior in high school who shares her inspiring journey from Vietnam to the U.S.—and from picking up a racquet to earning a college scholarship. 🇻🇳➡️🇺🇸Trang opens up about:✅ How Serve the Future nonprofit changed her life✅ Learning tennis later than most—and thriving anyway✅ Earning a scholarship to Canyon College through hard work and mindset✅ Her dream of becoming an experimental psychologist✅ Advice for younger players: “Just do it—step out of your comfort zone!”Whether you're a young athlete, a parent, or just love stories of grit and growth, this episode is packed with heart and purpose. Trang’s journey shows that with support, discipline, and passion, anything is possible.🎧 Watch now to feel inspired and motivated on your own journey—on and off the court!🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more real stories and mental strength tips.
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What I Really Think About Positive Self-Talk!
Is positive self-talk enough? In this episode, part 3 of positive self-talk, I get real about the limits of positive self-talk in tennis—and why it won’t work in certain pressured situations unless you actually believe it.I’ll break down the truth about mental toughness, subconscious patterns, and why meditation and journaling are the real training grounds for your mind. 🎾🧠You’ll hear:Why “just be positive” is bad advice during pressure momentsWhat Novak Djokovic can teach us about building true mental strengthHow to start rewiring your thoughts in just 2 minutes a dayIf you want to stop the sabotage and become your own best coach—this one’s for you.➡️ Listen now. 📝 Take notes. 💬 Share with your tennis crew.Episode Disclosure : This episode is for educational purposes and isn’t a replacement for professional care. If you’re experiencing mental or physical health issues, please consult a qualified healthcare provider.
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Meditation Positive Self-Talk
Ever feel like your biggest opponent is you? In this episode, we’re taking you through a calming, powerful guided meditation to help you rewire your self-talk, shake off self-doubt, and step into your power — point by point, breath by breath.Through deep breathing, full-body relaxation, and powerful visualization, you'll learn to:✨ Quiet the mental noise during matches ✨ Reframe negative thoughts like “I’m not good enough.” ✨ Replace them with game-changing affirmations like “I have what it takes to compete.” ✨ Visualize yourself staying focused, strong, and confident — no matter what the scoreboard says.Whether you’ve ever thrown your racket in frustration or just felt stuck in your head… this is your moment to reset and refocus.Press play. Close your eyes. Let’s train your mind like a champion.
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Turn Negative Self-Talk into a Positive Mindset
We all do it—even the pros. In Part 2 of our self-talk series, we’re diving into why negative self-talk creeps in (hello, pressure!) and how to flip it into something powerful and productive. Learn how to catch your mental patterns, reframe them, and coach yourself mid-match like a pro.🎧 Tune in and train your brain, or remain the same.
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Why is Self-Talk Important in Tennis?
Ever feel like your own brain is your toughest opponent? 😅 In this episode of the HTP Podcast, we’re diving into the science of self-talk — how the words you say to yourself can either build your game or break it down.💬 Learn why your brain believes everything you tell it, how to rewire your mindset for performance, and why players like Djokovic and Coco Gauff are talking to themselves—for good reason.🎾 This is part 1 of our 3-part series on mastering your mental game—don't miss it! ✨ Take a breath, tune in, and start training your inner voice.🎧 Streaming now on Spotify, Apple, and all podcast platforms!
🎙️ Welcome to the HTP Podcast, Holistic Tennis Performance — where we go beyond just strokes and strategy.This is your go-to space to train your brain, strengthen your mindset, and level up your tennis—on and off the court. Whether you're a weekend warrior or chasing the pro tour, HTP is here to help you build real mental strength that lasts.Born from my own wild ride through junior tennis, college competition, and the women's circuit, this podcast is all about what I wish I had known: how to master the mental, emotional, and physical side of the game.If you love tennis and you're ready to grow—not just as a player, but as a person—you’re in the right place. Let’s make your mind your biggest asset.🎾 Let's get into it!Disclosure : The following episodes are for educational purposes and isn’t a replacement for professional care. If you’re experiencing mental or physical health issues, please consult a qualified healthcare provider.
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