“Mindsetting won’t remove every struggle. But it will equip you to face every struggle with strength.”
Mindset is one of those things we hear about all the time, but rarely stop to understand. Yet it is often the invisible force behind how we live, how we respond, and how far we go. It shapes the confidence we carry, the risks we take, and the way we handle the pressure of work, dreams, and daily life.
The challenge is that many of us move through life without realizing that our thinking might be the very thing holding us back. A fixed mindset whispers that our abilities are set in stone. It convinces us that our limits are permanent. When things get hard, it nudges us toward quitting or shrinking.
But a growth mindset tells a different story. It reminds us that talent can be improved, skills can be learned, and situations can change. It teaches us that discomfort is not a sign to stop, it’s a sign that we’re growing. For anyone chasing success or trying to build a meaningful life, this shift in perspective is everything.
Ultimately, mindset is not just about personal success; it’s about the legacy we leave and the difference we make in the lives of others.
In this episode of Time Out with the Sports Doctor, we return to one of the most powerful keys to success, MINDSET. We break down how your beliefs, reactions, and daily habits shape your outcomes, and how shifting from a fixed mindset to a growth mindset can transform your path. As the year wraps up, we revisit moments that highlight resilience, identity, discipline, and the courage to be different. From high performers to everyday leaders, these lessons offer a clear reminder of what truly drives progress. Tune in for a grounding reminder as you prepare for the year ahead.
“Mindset is an important piece that many times we overlook when it comes to trying to achieve success, as well as chasing your dreams.” - Dr. Derrick Burgess
Topics Covered:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:00:07) Fixed Mindset vs. Growth Mindset
(00:01:18) The standard required to be the best
(00:02:57) Reallocating your time wisely
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(00:05:35) High performers beyond sports
(00:07:28) Your worth isn’t tied to what you do
(00:08:48) Legacy is keeping the family bonded
(00:10:26) Affirmations: Speaking life into yourself
Key Takeaways:
"Mindset is a set of beliefs or ideas that shape how you perceive the world and your place in it." - Dr. Derrick Burgess
"Legacy for me has a deeper meaning than just assets. It has to do with passing along the ideals that you had for a family." - Delia Burgess
"Work it how you can, when you can, and give it your all when you're doing that, and you're going to see progress over time." - Taylor Herzer
"You really can maximize your 24 hours when you actually look at how you're spending it right now and then re-delegate to the things that are most important to you." - Taylor Herzer
"Being different many times is that secret sauce. It can be your weapon to be able to achieve success because it's what the world or the industry needs, you're able to fill that gap.” - Dr. Derrick Burgess
"In order to become the best, you're gonna have to do more, you're gonna have to be better, and you're gonna have to be different." - Dr. Derrick Burgess
"If you never plan to have those periods where you pour back into yourself, you're not gonna be able to keep performing."
"Words are powerful and if you're not telling yourself what you can do, you can't expect the world to have your back." - Dr. Derrick Burgess
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