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Finding Mastery: Ask Me Anything (AMA) Series

Welcome to Finding Mastery’s Ask Me Anything (AMA)—a special podcast segment where YOU take the lead. Hosted by high-performance psychologist Dr. Michael Gervais, this interactive series brings you direct, research-backed insights on mindset, resilience, leadership, and personal growth.

Have a question about mastering your mind, performing under pressure, or unlocking your full potential? Dr. Gervais answers real questions from the Finding Mastery community—diving deep into the science and strategies that help elite athletes, business leaders, and high performers thrive.

This isn’t just theory—it’s real, actionable wisdom designed to help you build confidence, sharpen focus, manage fear, and develop the habits of the world’s best. Whether you’re looking for mental skills to elevate your career, sport, or daily life, the AMA series delivers practical takeaways that empower you to take control of your journey.

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AMA With Dr. Mike

480: The Fine Line Between Burnout and Mastery | AMA Vol. 25

Today, we are stoked to share Volume 25 of Finding Mastery’s Ask Me Anything. Joining us, as always, is our co-host O’Neil Cespedes, and today’s AMA is a little bit different – instead of having O’Neil read your questions, we had you call in to ask questions yourselves. We loved...
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AMA With Dr. Mike

476: How To Live Life On Your Own Terms | AMA Vol. 24

Wondering how to create time for your life priorities when it’s not part of your employer’s culture? Then this is the AMA for you. Back once again is my co-host O’Neil Cespedes, and in today’s conversation, we get into topics like: How to design your own life based on *your*...
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AMA With Dr. Mike

471: Culture, Criticism, and Clear Communication | AMA Vol. 23

Ever wonder how top leaders shape organizational culture or how to turn criticism into fuel for success? You’re in for a treat. Back once again is my friend and co-host, O’Neil Cespedes – these AMAs are some of our favorite episodes. Your questions are always insightful, and allow us to...
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AMA With Dr. Mike

465: Balancing Success and Well Being | AMA 22 Live From NYC

Today we’re excited to share Volume 22 of Finding Mastery’s Ask Me Anything… this is a fun one. A few months back, we recorded our first ever AMA in front of a live audience in New York City. The energy in the room was incredible, and it brought a whole...
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461: Work from the Inside Out | AMA Vol. 21

Today we’re excited to share Volume 21 of Finding Mastery’s Ask Me Anything. We’re back once again with our entertaining and insightful co-host – O’Neil Cespedes – and in today’s conversation, we explore topics like: How to show our kids that we’re invested in their success without pressuring them The...
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AMA With Dr. Mike

455: Master What’s in Your Control | AMA Vol. 20

Today we’re excited to share Volume 20 of Finding Mastery’s Ask Me Anything. As always, we had so much fun during this AMAs – we love these conversations because we get to wrestle with the questions that matter most to you… and they inspire personal introspection in us as well....
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AMA With Dr. Mike

450: Redefining Failure, Effective Parenting, and Facing Pain | AMA Vol. 19

Today we’re excited to share Volume 19 of Finding Mastery’s Ask Me Anything. We’re back with our co-host – O’Neil Cespedes – and in today’s conversation, we explore topics like:  How to re-define failure Why facing your deepest pains can be transformative How to overcome defensiveness in order to establish...
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AMA With Dr. Mike

443: Manage Your Nerves, Unlock Your Mind & Find Your Power | AMA Vol. 18

We’re super excited to share the 18th volume of Finding Mastery’s Ask Me Anything (AMA) series.  In this latest conversation, O’Neil and I tackle a common yet formidable challenge many of us face: the fear of public speaking. We unpack strategies to overcome this fear, emphasizing the power of calibration,...
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AMA With Dr. Mike

438: The Inner Workings of Motivation, Optimism, and Leadership | AMA Vol. 17

We’re thrilled to bring you the 17th volume of Finding Mastery’s Ask Me Anything (AMA) series. This edition dives deep into the essence of motivation, leadership, and the art of creating a positive work environment, all while emphasizing the crucial importance of self-understanding and authenticity. Joining us – as always...
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AMA With Dr. Mike

433: Who Are You, Really? Identity, Codependency & Inner Dragons | AMA Vol. 16

Welcome to Volume 16 of Finding Mastery’s Ask Me Anything (AMA) series. The purpose behind these conversations – behind these AMAs – is to hear from you… to explore the topics and questions that you have been wrestling with on your path to becoming. It is your insights and questions...
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415: How to Manage Your Thoughts, Stay Present & Let Go of People Pleasing | AMA Vol. 13

Welcome to the 13th installment of our Ask Me Anything (AMA) series! The goal behind this series – behind these conversations – is to answer your questions and explore the topics that come up for you on your own journey to becoming your best self. The goal is to expand...
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AMA With Dr. Mike

409: Stop Worrying About What People Think Of You | AMA Vol. 12

Welcome to the 12th installment of our Ask Me Anything (AMA) series! The goal behind this series – behind these conversations – is to answer your questions and explore the topics that come up for you on your own journey to becoming your best self.  We’re back with our favorite...
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If you want to dive deeper into the mental skills we discuss on these episodes, be sure to check out our Finding Your Best course where we teach the same 16 high-performance principles, mindset skills, and wellbeing practices that Dr. Mike has used to train 30+ gold medalists, Fortune 50 CEOs and more.

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