Myths And Stories in Baseball Psychology with Christian Sheppard

Is baseball more than just a game? In this episode of Moore To Consider, Jack Moore sits down with philosopher and author Christian Sheppard to uncover the deeper truths hidden in America’s pastime. From the mental chess match of pitching to the mythic status of players like David Ortiz, they explore how baseball reveals our struggles with failure, instinct, and the human need for meaning. Tune in to discover why this sport may hold the key to understanding not just competition—but life itself.

Chapters

00:00 The Ancient Wisdom of Baseball
02:50 The Ritual of Competition and Character Formation
06:01 Pitching: The Mind Game of Success and Failure
09:02 The Art of Pitching: Strategy and Mentality
11:59 The Psychology of Players: Myths and Stories
14:53 Instinct vs. Skill: The Nature of Talent
18:05 The Intersection of Art and Baseball
21:12 The Genius of Players: Talent and Development
30:29 The Nature of Talent and Instinct
33:46 Mental Resilience and Acceptance of Failure
36:54 The Role of Anger and Motivation in Sports
38:54 Cascading Events and Team Psychology
41:16 The Impact of Individual Performance on Team Dynamics
43:50 The Power of Narrative in Sports
46:41 The Mythical Status of David Ortiz
49:40 The Balance of Fun and Competition in Sports
57:53 The Art of Pitching and Storytelling
01:00:04 The Psychology of Competition and Fun
01:01:53 Visualization Techniques in Sports
01:04:57 Projecting Confidence and Performance
01:07:30 The Reception of 'The Ancient Wisdom of Baseball'
01:11:47 The Tragedy of Sports and Human Nature

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