01/08/2026
pressure doesn’t create new habits. it reveals the ones you’ve already built.
so why do some athletes suddenly overthink when it matters most?
on this episode of the VRSS podcast, we’re joined by psychologist and mental performance coach Anaïs Verny ( Iss อีส ) /anaismindset .
together, we explore why overthinking disrupts performance, how athletes build genuine self-trust, and why the goal isn’t to eliminate fear, but to trust yourself enough to perform alongside it.
we talk about:
• why overthinking disrupts performance
• how self-trust is built through evidence
• why pressure reveals your preparation
• the difference between reacting to thoughts and observing them
• practical CBT and ACT tools for athletes
• visualization, routines, and training the mind for competition
for athletes, coaches, and anyone interested in the psychology of performance, this conversation offers practical tools to build trust long before competition begins.
this is Anaïs Verny. and this is the VRSS podcast.