Dr. Albert Bramante — Talent Agent, Psychologist, and Author of Self-Sabotage & Persistent Self-Doubt

n this deeply reflective and empowering episode, J.R. returns from a major Las Vegas gaming event with more than just a controller story — he brings insight into the mental roadblocks that affect performance at the highest levels. After falling short of expectations at his first in-person gaming tournament, J.R. unpacks the emotional and psychological hurdles that crept in, from lack of sleep to equipment unfamiliarity, and invites a true expert to help dissect it all.

Enter Dr. Albert Bramante — a New York-based talent agent and licensed psychologist with 20+ years of experience working with performers. Together, they dig into the psychology of peak performance, explore how self-sabotage and imposter syndrome show up in high achievers, and lay out how mental conditioning can either elevate or derail your goals.

From fighter games to Hollywood auditions, this episode serves up valuable takeaways on:

• How minor mental distractions can derail major moments

• The difference between anxiety and internal turmoil

• Creating pre-performance rituals that support your mindset

• Why your "why" matters more than your wins

• What “being enough” truly means in a performance-driven world

• Setting boundaries to maintain self-care and success

Plus, don’t miss the signature “2020-style” lightning round, where J.R. goes full Barbara Walters and gets deeply personal with Dr. Bramante in a series of questions exploring his habits, influences, and guilty pleasures.

🔗 Connect with Dr. Albert Bramante:

🌐 Website: albertbramante.com
💼 LinkedIn: Albert Bramante on LinkedIn

📖 Recommended Read:
Self-Sabotage & Persistent Self-Doubt by Dr. Albert Bramante

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