Podcast
Becoming My Stronger Me
Hosted by Nassim · EN
"Becoming My Stronger Me” is a podcast designed to help you become stronger in mind, body, and heart.
Season 1 - Like 47 million other Americans, I voluntarily left my successful full-time career to pursue, well, whatever was next. We’ll call this “my great resignation.” As you get to know me, you’ll see that I’m a type-A planner. So to make a life choice without some grand detailed master plan on the other side was unheard of. But now, 2 years later, it was the best decision of my life. Join me as I share my story, questions I asked myself (or wish I had), missteps I made (and how to avoid them), the effect this had on me and everyone around me, and other musings that helped me to become my stronger me.
Season 2 - The Mental Performance Series is dedicated to exploring the intricate relationship between mental performance, sports excellence, leadership, and personal growth. We’ll dive deep into the psychology behind peak performance in athletics, leadership roles, and everyday life. Whether you're an athlete looking to optimize your mental game on the field, a leader seeking to inspire and motivate your team, or an individual striving for personal growth and success, this series provides practical tips, actionable strategies, and inspiring stories to help you unlock your full potential and become your stronger you.
Check out additional resources online: (https://www.becomingmystrongerme.com) and IG (@strongerme)!
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Conversation with Anna Tuuri
Mar 1600:37:49Tap to summarizeText me your thoughts!In this episode, Coach Nassim sits down with Anna Tuuri for a thoughtful conversation about leadership, service, and the many ways people can contribute to the beautiful game.Anna’s journey in soccer spans multiple roles—player, referee, coach, and podcast host—giving her a unique perspective on the sport and the communities that surround it. As a collegiate athlete and multi-sport competitor, she experienced the demands of high-level performance, but her commitment to the game extends far beyond the field.Through her work officiating matches, mentoring within the referee community, and hosting the podcast "Keep the Game Beautiful," Anna highlights the people who help soccer thrive—from players and coaches to referees and volunteers who often work behind the scenes.Anna’s story is a reminder that the impact of sport isn’t limited to the scoreboard—it’s built through the people who care deeply about the game and the culture surrounding it.Connect with Anna: LinkedIn & anna@tuuri.usUnited Soccer Coaches Convention: Home - United Soccer Coaches ConventionSupport the showWebsite: https://www.becomingmystrongerme.com/IG: @strongermeTikTok: @becomingmystrongerme
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Conversation with Mara Watts
Mar 900:44:24Tap to summarizeText me your thoughts!In this episode, Coach Nassim sits down with Mara Watts, a pioneering figure in Australian women’s soccer whose journey reflects resilience, advocacy, and a lifelong commitment to the game.Mara competed during a time when opportunities for women in football were limited, representing Australia in the 1980s and contributing to the early foundation of what would become the modern women’s game. Decades later, she was formally awarded her Australian representative cap — a powerful recognition of both her contribution and the generation of women who paved the way.In our conversation, Mara shares what it was like competing in an era without the infrastructure or visibility female players have today, the mindset required to persist when recognition was delayed, and how those experiences shaped her transition into coaching and leadership roles within the sport.Mara’s story is a reminder that impact is not always immediate — but it is lasting.Connect with Mara: LinkedIn & InstagramSupport the showWebsite: https://www.becomingmystrongerme.com/IG: @strongermeTikTok: @becomingmystrongerme
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Conversation with Dr. Kelly Flanagan
Mar 200:38:12Tap to summarizeText me your thoughts!In this episode of Becoming My Stronger Me, Coach Nassim is joined by Dr. Kelly Flanagan—psychologist, author, speaker, and former mindset coach—for a meaningful conversation about emotional regulation, identity, and responding thoughtfully under pressure.Dr. Flanagan’s work challenges the idea that we need to fix or perfect ourselves to be worthy. Together, we explore how performance culture, achievement, and comparison can quietly shape self-worth—and what it looks like to slow down our reactions, build awareness, and choose more intentional responses in sport, parenting, leadership, and everyday life.The conversation also centers on Dr. Flanagan’s newest book, The Road Less Triggered, which offers practical insights for navigating emotional triggers and cultivating healthier responses in moments that matter most.This episode is especially relevant for:• Athletes navigating pressure and identity• Parents supporting youth through emotional moments• Coaches and leaders shaping culture and connection• Anyone working to respond rather than reactLearn more about The Road Less Triggered here:https://roadlesstriggered.comSupport the showWebsite: https://www.becomingmystrongerme.com/IG: @strongermeTikTok: @becomingmystrongerme
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Conversation with Hugh Roberts II
Feb 2300:52:50Tap to summarizeText me your thoughts!In this episode, Coach Nassim sits down with Hugh Roberts II, a veteran professional soccer player, for an honest and thoughtful conversation about race, identity, and the realities of navigating the game as a Black athlete.After playing collegiately at George Mason University, Hugh built a decade-long professional career across the U.S. soccer landscape with clubs including the Richmond Kickers, Bethlehem Steel FC, Pittsburgh Riverhounds, Charlotte Independence, and Monterey Bay FC. But beyond the matches and milestones, his journey also reflects the deeper experiences many players face that often go unspoken.In this candid conversation, Hugh shares his personal experiences with racism in the sport and reflects on the emotional and mental realities of competing in environments where players of color are not always equally supported or understood. Together, we explore the responsibility of the soccer community to acknowledge these realities, create space for honest dialogue, and continue pushing the game forward.Hugh’s reflections remind us that sport is not just about performance—it’s about people, and the courage it takes to speak honestly about the experiences that shape us.Connect with Hugh: https://www.backyardfooty.org/ & LinkedInSupport the showWebsite: https://www.becomingmystrongerme.com/IG: @strongermeTikTok: @becomingmystrongerme
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Conversation with Matheau Hall
Feb 1600:44:54Tap to summarizeText me your thoughts!In this episode, Coach Nassim sits down with Matheau Hall for a powerful conversation about playing for the love of the game and learning to take advantage of every opportunity to learn and grow.Matheau reflects on his path through the college game and professional soccer in the U.S., as well as the international experiences that shaped his perspective through training and playing opportunities in Denmark, Germany, and Mexico. We explore what it means to adapt across environments, navigate uncertainty, and continue pursuing growth when the path isn’t linear.The conversation also dives into Matheau’s current work in coaching and mentorship, including his role in collegiate soccer, where he now focuses on developing athletes as people—helping them build confidence, accountability, and leadership both on and off the field.Matheau’s story is an honest look at resilience, adaptability, and the responsibility of giving back to the game that shaped you.Support the showWebsite: https://www.becomingmystrongerme.com/IG: @strongermeTikTok: @becomingmystrongerme
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Conversation with Justin Wilson
Feb 900:45:15Tap to summarizeText me your thoughts!In this episode of Becoming My Stronger Me, Coach Nassim sits down with Justin Wilson for a conversation about the transition from athlete to entrepreneur and how lessons from sport carry forward into business and life.Justin shares his journey as a soccer player and how competing in high-level environments shaped his discipline, mindset, and approach to challenges. We explore what it’s like to step away from sport, redefine identity, and apply the habits built through athletics to a new arena.The conversation also dives into Justin’s work as the founder and owner of Wilson Vending, where he’s building a business rooted in consistency, accountability, and long-term vision. Together, we discuss leadership, resilience, and what it means to take ownership of your path after sport.Connect with Justin on InstagramSupport the showWebsite: https://www.becomingmystrongerme.com/IG: @strongermeTikTok: @becomingmystrongerme
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Conversation with Mabricio Wilson
Feb 200:39:51Tap to summarizeText me your thoughts!In this episode of Becoming My Stronger Me, Coach Nassim sits down with Mabricio Wilson for a powerful conversation at the intersection of sport, identity, culture, and entrepreneurship.A former collegiate soccer player, Mabricio shares how his experiences in the game shaped his mindset, values, and approach to life beyond the field. He reflects on the transition from athlete to entrepreneur and what it takes to build something meaningful after competitive sport.The conversation also explores Mabricio’s work as the co-owner of Futbolr, a soccer lifestyle brand that celebrates the global culture of the game and the stories of those who live it every day. Together, we talk about creativity, representation, leadership, and how lessons learned through sport continue to influence business, community, and personal growth.Learn more about Futbolr: https://futbolr.comSupport the showWebsite: https://www.becomingmystrongerme.com/IG: @strongermeTikTok: @becomingmystrongerme
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Thinking Like a Mental Performance Coach
Jan 2600:11:59Tap to summarizeText me your thoughts!Mental performance isn’t about having the right words—it’s about thinking clearly in the moments that matter.In this final episode of the Foundations Mini-Series, Coach Nassim explores how mental performance coaches think, drawing from reflective practice theory, coach cognition research, and decision-making literature. The episode focuses on how professionals observe behavior, interpret meaning, and make intentional decisions under pressure—rather than relying on scripts or quick fixes.Listeners will learn why interpretation matters more than technique, how beliefs shape coaching decisions, and how reflective thinking supports athlete development across ages and stages.This episode brings together everything covered in the Foundations Mini-Series and sets the stage for what comes next in Season 3—grounded conversations with coaches, followed by a deep dive into confidence and self-belief.Support the showWebsite: https://www.becomingmystrongerme.com/IG: @strongermeTikTok: @becomingmystrongerme
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Measuring Performance Beyond Outcomes
Jan 1900:12:15Tap to summarizeText me your thoughts!Wins and losses matter — but they don’t tell the full story of development.In this episode, Coach Nassim breaks down how to measure performance beyond outcomes, drawing from research on process vs. outcome goals, achievement goal theory, and deliberate practice. The conversation explores why over-reliance on results can distort confidence, increase pressure, and stall learning — especially for developing athletes.As part of the Foundations Mini-Series, this episode helps athletes, coaches, and parents understand what real progress looks like, why learning is often nonlinear, and how to evaluate performance using indicators that support growth, resilience, and long-term success.If you’ve ever struggled to assess improvement when results fluctuate, this episode offers clarity, language, and science-backed guidance on measuring what truly matters.Support the showWebsite: https://www.becomingmystrongerme.com/IG: @strongermeTikTok: @becomingmystrongerme
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Why the Mind is Trainable
Jan 1200:12:44Tap to summarizeText me your thoughts!Mental performance training only works if the mind is capable of change — and science says it is.In this episode, Coach Nassim explores why the mind is trainable across development, drawing from neuroscience, developmental psychology, learning theory, and skill acquisition research. The conversation breaks down neuroplasticity, brain development from youth through adulthood, and why confidence, focus, and emotional regulation are skills that evolve over time — not fixed traits.As part of the Foundations mini-series, this episode helps athletes, coaches, and parents understand why inconsistency is often a sign of learning, how brain development impacts performance, and why mental skills can be trained at any stage of development.This episode offers clarity, reassurance, and a science-backed explanation for how mental performance is built — intentionally, patiently, and over time.Support the showWebsite: https://www.becomingmystrongerme.com/IG: @strongermeTikTok: @becomingmystrongerme
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