Episode #33: Mike Lee on Mindfulness, Mental Resilience, and Leadership

In this episode, host Shawn Ellis interviews Mike Lee, former coach of elite athletes like Steph Curry and Joel Embiid, who now focuses on empowering leaders and organizations. Mike shares his journey from sports coaching to dealing with personal challenges like depression, and how embracing presence and mindfulness transformed his life and career.

The conversation dives into practical tips for overcoming anxiety, burnout, and remaining present in both professional and personal settings. The episode also explores Mike's unique approach to teaching mindfulness in both sports and corporate environments, and how his experiences have shaped his mission to alleviate human suffering.

Whether you're a parent, coach, or corporate leader, this episode is packed with actionable insights on winning the battleground of the mind.

Tune in for a deeply engaging and transformative discussion!

00:00 Introduction to Mike

01:19 Mike Lee's Journey: From Coaching Athletes to Corporate Leaders

03:41 Overcoming Personal Challenges: Mike's Battle with Depression

07:05 Mindfulness and Meditation: Teaching the Next Generation

16:23 Applying Mindfulness in the Workplace

30:31 Heart-Centered Leadership: Stories and Impact

36:01 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

For More from Mike and Shawn:

• Visit Mike's website at https://mindshiftlabs.com/
• Get Mike's book at https://amzn.to/3ZikRnq 
• Book Mike to speak at your event at https://www.thespeakersgroup.com/speakers/mike-lee
• Visit Shawn's website at https://www.shawnellis.com 
• Get Shawn's book at https://amzn.to/4ekgP2q