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Eighty Percent Mental PodcastThe EVENT vs. the GRIND
There are some sports for which athletes might spend a lifetime preparing for (ie: Olympic Games). Other sports require competing day in, day out, for months, only to start again the next year (ie: a 162-game Baseball season). It’s all about managing the EVENT vs. the GRIND. Pete, Hugh, and Dr. Karen explore the psychology of the EVENT vs. the GRIND, in what turned out to be a right Bobby Dazzler of an episode!
High Performance Mindset PodcastCultivating a Mentally Fit Mindset
The High Performance Mindset Podcasts hosted by Dr. Cindra Kampoff, Mental Performance Consultant with the Minnesota Vikings, helps YOU gain a high-performance edge by learning from World Class guests who provide insight and advice pertaining to mindset. In this episode, Dr. Karen shares her approach to cultivating a Mentally Fit Mindset.
Where Work Meets Life PodcastBuilding Mental Fitness to be Well and Excel in Sport and Life
Dr. Karen joined the Where Work Meets Life Podcast to share her approach on building mental fitness and bolstering resilience. The topic of mental fitness is more important than ever before, as we all navigate the uncertainty and unpredictability that comes with a pandemic. Dr. Karen speaks to the importance of emotional agility and how to use our emotions as “data” vs. “the director”.
Inspiring PossibilitiesThe Courage to Jump In
Dr. Karen joined the very first Inspiring Possibilities Summit. On this podcast, you will hear her story and the gems she shared on the Live event including tools she uses with high performance and Olympic athletes as well as Fortune 500 companies – they are ones we can all use every day!
Dropping In PodcastConversation with 4 time Olympian, Mercedes Nicoll
This is a special episode where we reviewed the highlights from past guests who shared their stories in regards to overcoming their fears. Dr. Karen shares her expertise from decades of experience working with high level Olympians and executives on how to tackle fear and cultivate the freedom to perform.
Universal Women’s Network PodcastLeading Through Change – Leadership Mindset + Mental Health
As we adjust to our new reality, our experts discuss a leadership mindset, mental health, and mental fitness as we prepare for what’s ahead. Enjoy this important discussion as this leadership panel covers topics, such as: overcoming adversity, leadership, and mental health and wellness to reset, refocus, stay strong, and be well.
Women of Inspiration PodcastBoosting Mental Fitness to Excel and be Well in Turbulent Times (Episode 22)
Dr. Karen MacNeill is a performance psychologist who has been working with Olympians and Fortune 500 Companies to build mental fitness, and bolster resilience so they can excel and be well in turbulent times. In this episode, we explore mindset, leading through the pandemic, and opportunities to grow both personally and professionally.
#Sicknotweak: Isolation NationHow to Protect and Promote Mental Health
Founded by Michael Landsberg, formerly of TSN, #SickNotWeak’s mission is to help people understand that mental illness is a sickness, not a weakness. In this Episode of Isolation Nation, we discuss the impact of the pandemic on mental health and proactive measures that can be taken to protect and promote mental wellbeing. Also, how we got stood-up by @ChaelSonnen.
High Performance Mindset SummitBuilding Mental Fitness in Times of Uncertainty
The High Performance Mindset Summit captured the advice, tips, and tricks of 22 high performance experts on how to manage stress and overwhelm at times of crisis and stay focused and on track during the pandemic. Dr. Karen MacNeill speaks to developing mental fitness and bolster resilience as a key crisis management tool.
High Performance Mindset PodcastBuilding Resilience in Turbulent Times
Dr. Karen joins the High Performance Mindset Podcast with host Dr. Cindra Kamphoff for a second time to help YOU gain the high-performance edge by learning about mindset. In this episode, we discuss resilience strategies and how to cultivate emotional agility.
Unleashed – Season 1The Resilient Leader (Episode 4) – 1 hour
Unleashed has welcomed world-renown thought leaders such as Adam Grant, Dan Pink and Amy Edmonson who have provided leadership tips and relevant tools to unleash your potential. As we continue to adjust to COVID-19 and take measures to protect our physical health, equally important is to attend to our mental health and build resilience. Dr. Karen MacNeill discussed how to protect our mental health and bolster our resilience skills so that we can lead effectively during uncertain times.

TV& Radio
CTV NEWS: OLYMPIC MENTAL HEALTH
Dr. Karen talks with CTV News from the 2020 Olympic Games in Japan on how to protect and promote athlete mental health.
CTV NEWS: MENTAL HEALTH ON THE WORLD STAGE
Dr. Karen shares insights with CTV News on how to help athletes excel AND be well while they cope with the many pressures at the Olympic Games.
CTV NEWS: MENTAL HEALTH IN THE NHL
Dr. Karen shares insights with CTV News regarding the impact of multiple award-winning NHL goalie Carey Price opening up about his issues with mental health.
GLOBAL NEWSRecognizing When Stress Has Reached Chronic Levels – 5 mins
Dr. Karen speaks with Global News on how to manage stress to prevent it from reaching chronic levels.
CBC NEWSAn Interview with Heather Hiscox and Dr. Karen MacNeill at 2018 Winter Olympic Games, Korea
Wonder how Canadian athletes don’t crack under pressure? Dr. Karen is Team Canada’s lead mental health and performance consultant. Here’s her tips on staying focused like an Olympian.
CHMLHealth and Wellness Show with Dr. Karen MacNeill
Everybody wants to make sure that they are the healthiest person that they can possibly be. Practicing healthy habits makes sense, but is it easier said than done? AM900 CHML and Hauser’s Pharmacy and Home Healthcare present the Health and Wellness Show. Dr. Karen provides her perspective on the importance of protecting and promoting mental health in high performance sport.
Articles
CBC: Osaka’s withdrawal raises important questions on media and mental health
Dr. Karen shares her insights with CBC news on the impact the media can have on athlete mental health and well-being.
Sport for Life: Mental fitness for long-term athlete development
Dr. Karen led a team of experts who provided recommendations on how to develop Mental Fitness over the different phases of athlete development. The messages and activities highlighted in the article align with Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD) and address how athletes, coaches, and parents can aid the mental development of athletes at each stage of LTAD.
CBC: Mental health task force created to provide aid for Canadian athletes during stoppage
Dr. Karen provides insights to CBC news on the establishment of a Mental Health Task force to meet the needs of high-performance athletes during the pandemic.