Mindset Stories | The Human Side of Performance

What We Believe

Mindset isn't something you have, it's shaped through lived experience, honest reflection, and the moments no one sees. It's not given. It's earned.

Mindset Stories exists to explore the real human side of performance. Through honest conversations and personal stories, we show how a robust mindset is built through experience, rather than clichés, theory, or quick fixes.

Our mission is to help athletes, coaches, parents, leaders, and anyone interested in growth and personal insight deepen their understanding of themselves and others through story and connection, empowering them to cultivate inner harmony by integrating self-compassion and acceptance into their own stories.

Be a Guest

Have a mindset story worth telling?

We're looking for real stories from athletes, coaches, parents, performers, leaders, and anyone who's been through something that changed the way they think.

Thank you!

We got your story. If it's a fit, Luc or Sara will reach out soon.

Your Hosts

Meet Luc & Sara

Expert Coaches at CEP Mindset

Luciano (Luc)

CEP Mindset Expert Coach

Former professional hockey player with 25+ years of sport experience as a player and coach
Coach Mentor responsible for supporting and managing other CEP Coaches and Counsellors
Specializes in psychotherapy and mental performance, integrating lived athletic experience with evidence-based interventions
Emphasizes collaboration and self-awareness to help clients overcome challenges, build resilience, and rediscover enjoyment in sport

Education: M.C., Master of Counselling, City University of Seattle

Certification: CMPC Certified

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Sara Reichenbach

CEP Mindset Expert Coach

20 years of NCAA Division I coaching experience, bringing deep insight into athlete development and the power of coaching
Coach Mentor responsible for onboarding, developing, and managing other CEP coaches
Specializes in helping athletes develop lasting resilience by building a strong foundation of mental skills
Athletes consistently report greater joy, increased confidence and focus, and a healthier sport and life balance

Education:
M.S., Sport & Performance Psychology, Lock Haven University
M.S., Organizational Leadership, Mercyhurst University

Certification: CMPC Candidate

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This episode left me wanting to hear more the second it ended. Finley's story was deeply touching, and hearing him open up so honestly — even his SpongeBob analogy — made it feel real in a way most interviews don't. I found myself in tears. This kid is full of wisdom beyond his years.

Listener

Have a mindset story worth telling?

Thank you!

Meet Luc & Sara

Luciano (Luc)

Sara Reichenbach

Episodes

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Curious what mental performance
coaching could do for you?

Have a mindset story worth telling?

Thank you!

Meet Luc & Sara

Luciano (Luc)

Sara Reichenbach

Episodes

Listen & Follow

Curious what mental performancecoaching could do for you?

Curious what mental performance
coaching could do for you?