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Starting is a blueprint for young adults who want to build the mental skills that school rarely teaches but life always demands. Whether it's learning how to handle stress, developing confidence, or navigating the weight of expectations, this book helps readers take the first steps toward resilience, clarity, and self-belief. Written in short, story-driven entries, Starting speaks directly to readers ages 14-24 who are figuring out who they are and how to handle what comes their way. Each section combines relatable examples with practical tools, making it easy to read, apply, and return to whenever life feels overwhelming. Inside, readers will discover: How to shift negative self-talk into confidence Daily practices (SIQ Tips: Simple, Immediate, Quick) that strengthen resilience over time Why surrounding yourself with the right people matters Tools for handling setbacks, comparison, and pressure A new way to define success on your own terms and more! This isn't a lecture. It's a conversation - one that helps you write your own story, even when the world feels loud and uncertain. Nick Gumpert, host of the Mental podcast and a mentor for young adults, draws from sports, business, and everyday life to offer skills that can be applied immediately. His mission is simple: to help the next generation build mental strength before they need it most. Whether you're a student, athlete, or young professional, Starting is the book you'll return to whenever you need perspective, encouragement, and practical steps forward.

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If mental skills were a currency, how rich would you be? Nick Gumpert, host of Mental - a modern mental podcast, a mentor for youth and young adults with over 15 years in youth soccer director and coaching roles, and local business owner, draws from sports, business, and everyday life to offer skills that can be applied immediately. His mission is simple: to help the next generation build the mental skills to not just survive, but thrive in today's ever-changing landscape. Written in short, story-driven entries, Starting speaks directly to those of you who are trying to figure out who you are and how to handle what comes your way. Each section combines relatable examples with practical tools, making it easy to read, apply, and return to whenever life feels overwhelming.

If mental skills were a currency, how rich would you be? This book is the next step in a conversation that started on my podcast Mental-but some stories need more than a mic. They need a moment. A page. A pause. Forget your GPA. Your daily habits are writing your real resume. The way you handle stress at 16 becomes your leadership style at 26. The excuses you make today become the limitations you live with tomorrow. Your future boss isn't hiring your potential-they're hiring your habits. The biggest risk you can take, is playing so safe that you never discover what you're actually capable of. The people changing the world aren't the ones who avoided mistakes; they're the ones who made more mistakes and learned from them faster. - Nick Gumpert

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