Performance Isn’t Physical, It Starts in the Brain

Pressure doesn’t disappear under the bright lights; it explodes.

We chat with the Phoenix Suns’ performance psychiatrist about how players keep their cool, bounce back from injury, and avoid the flashy “quick fixes” that don’t actually work.

We break down what really moves the needle: CBT, mindfulness, sleep hacks, confidence drills, and rehab routines that actually stick. Plus, we get into the NBA’s substance rules, ketamine buzz vs real benefits, and why rituals beat hype every time.

If you want pro-level tips for focus, recovery, and staying steady when life gets loud, this one’s for you.
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📻 ABOUT THE PODCAST 📻

From the guy who made your mornings unpredictable, Johnjay Van Es is bringing the same energy to the podcast world, just with fewer rules.

This show is all about the questions people want to ask but usually don’t, the stories you’ve never heard, and the kind of honest conversations that go off the rails in the best way.

It’s real talk with celebrities, creators, and just plain interesting people. One minute you’re laughing, the next you’re wondering how you got here and that’s exactly the point. Nothing’s off-limits, no topic’s too weird, and Johnjay’s always ready to take it there.

If you’re into wild stories, bold questions, and zero filter, this is your kind of chaos.

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4:50 Ketamine, Evidence, And Safer Options
9:30 - NBA Policy On Substances
12:00 - Mindset, Affirmations, And Imagery
16:15 - Injury Anxiety And Return To Play
19:00 - Measuring Psychological Readiness
22:05 - Building Trust Inside A Team
24:10 - Panic Tools And Boundaries
27:00 - Family Support And Access
29:10 - Sleep, CPAP, And Tracking
33:20 - Cold Plunge, Dopamine, And Vaping
36:20 - Pressure, Fans, And Being Human
39:10 - Cognitive Distortions And CBT
41:50 - Rituals vs OCD In Sport
43:30 - ADHD Meds And Compliance
46:10 - Collaboration Across The Organization
48:20 - Books, Flow, And Deep Work