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Brook Choulet, MD: The Performance Psychiatrist Brook Choulet, M.D. is a board-certified concierge psychiatrist specializing in sports & performance.

When life starts to feel overwhelming, the signs often show up before we recognize them ourselves. Sleep changes, mood s...
23/08/2025

When life starts to feel overwhelming, the signs often show up before we recognize them ourselves.

Sleep changes, mood swings, slipping at work, or withdrawing from relationships can all be subtle but important clues.

In this YourTango article, I shared that one way to begin regaining stability is by creating a clear schedule and setting priorities. Even small steps like defining which goals matter most can bring back a sense of control.

But if those shifts are not enough, it may be time to seek professional support.

You do not have to wait until everything falls apart to take care of your mental health.

🔗 Read the full article: “If Someone’s Life Is Falling Apart, These 11 Clues Are Almost Always There"

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◻️ Brook Choulet, M.D. | The Performance Psychiatrist®
◻️ Choulet Performance Psychiatry® | The Premier Destination for Mental Excellence
◻️ (480) 612-8985
◻️ drc@chouletperformance.com

What makes Choulet Performance Psychiatry® different?We provide concierge mental health care engineered for performance....
21/08/2025

What makes Choulet Performance Psychiatry® different?

We provide concierge mental health care engineered for performance. Every care plan is individually tailored to your life, goals, and schedule. We combine evidence-based strategies with personalized attention to optimize focus, resilience, and long-term well-being.

Sustainable success is not achieved by chance. It is engineered from the inside out.

➡ Begin your concierge care journey today.

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Pillar 5️⃣ of the Seven Pillars of Performance Psychiatry® is Identity-Driven Performance Alignment.Success isn’t just a...
18/08/2025

Pillar 5️⃣ of the Seven Pillars of Performance Psychiatry® is Identity-Driven Performance Alignment.

Success isn’t just about what you achieve. It’s actually about staying anchored in who you are while you achieve it.

I help high-performers recalibrate the connection between identity, ambition, and self-worth.

When external achievements become the sole measure of value, then burnout, perfectionism, and imposter syndrome often follow.

To maintain sustained high-performance, it requires a grounded sense of self, not just external wins.

Consider these shifts to realign your identity and performance:
✔️ Clarify your purpose beyond titles or outcomes
✔️ Learn to recognize your worth without constant validation
✔️ Practice self-compassion when outcomes are uncertain
✔️ Define success to include meaning, not just metrics

When you lead from your own sense of self, not insecurity, performance becomes both elevated and lasting.

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Lifting weights is an effective way to build mental resilience, as well as improve your mood. 🧠💪In this new Popsugar fea...
15/08/2025

Lifting weights is an effective way to build mental resilience, as well as improve your mood. 🧠💪

In this new Popsugar feature, I share how resistance training supports mental health by boosting mood-regulating neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine, while also strengthening emotional regulation and connection.

What’s another great aspect of going to the gym besides physical health? Social connections. Seeing the same people and having that sense of community can really help decrease the risk of developing depression and burnout, especially for those who otherwise feel isolated in their day-to-day life.

🔗 Read the full article in Popsugar: “The Rebellion and Release of Weightlifting as a Woman Today”

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◻️ Brook Choulet, M.D. | The Performance Psychiatrist®
◻️ Choulet Performance Psychiatry® | The Premier Destination for Mental Excellence
◻️ (480) 612-8985
◻️ drc@chouletperformance.com

Next week, the Professional Tennis Players Association will host its Inaugural Beyond the Court Summit in New York City....
13/08/2025

Next week, the Professional Tennis Players Association will host its Inaugural Beyond the Court Summit in New York City.

A special thank you to Damon Valentino for inviting me to serve as a keynote speaker and panel moderator for this incredible two-day event.

On Wednesday, August 20, I'll join Damon in conversation with Deonte Harty, Keita Bates Diop, and Dr. Jason Wersland to explore key topics in health, wellness, and performance.

This first-of-its-kind summit will bring together 150+ professional tennis players, agents, and players’ families and friends for meaningful dialogue and connection.

More details about the event can be found in my stories.

Pillar 4️⃣ of the Seven Pillars of Performance Psychiatry® is Cognitive Load Management.High-performance isn’t just abou...
13/08/2025

Pillar 4️⃣ of the Seven Pillars of Performance Psychiatry® is Cognitive Load Management.

High-performance isn’t just about doing more. It’s about managing the mental demands that come with it.

Cognitive load management is your capacity to prevent mental fatigue, streamline decision-making, and maintain clarity under pressure. It’s the art of protecting your brain’s bandwidth for what really matters.

I help high-performers identify cognitive bottlenecks, optimize task flow, and recalibrate their decision-making patterns, so focus becomes a sustainable skill rather than a depleted resource.

Try these strategies to protect mental precision:
✔️ Eliminate low-value digital inputs and notifications
✔️ Time-block for focused, uninterrupted work
✔️ Batch similar tasks to minimize the cost of cognitive switching
✔️ Create routines and decision defaults to preserve mental energy for what matters

Focus is a finite resource and your competitive edge. Guard it accordingly.

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This season, I’m leading a mental health initiative in the NFL: 3 consecutive weeks, 3 Raise Awareness for Mental Health...
08/08/2025

This season, I’m leading a mental health initiative in the NFL: 3 consecutive weeks, 3 Raise Awareness for Mental Health Games, 3 cities. 🏈

For the first time, three consecutive games will spotlight mental health in Los Angeles, Washington, D.C., and Arizona.

I’m honored to help spearhead this first-of-its-kind initiative, leading pre-game panels alongside athletes, experts, and advocates. Together, we’ll explore the mental side of performance, resilience, and well-being, from the pros to the next generation.

📍 Nov 23 | Los Angeles Rams
📍 Nov 30 | Washington Commanders
📍 Dec 7 | Arizona Cardinals

Each event is designed to spark connections, build awareness, and create space for honest conversation, showing that mental health is a core part of high performance, not just an afterthought.

Read more in my latest Forbes article.

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Let’s bring the conversation on mental fitness to the SXSW stage.My proposal, "Mental Fitness: The Hidden Key to Peak Pe...
07/08/2025

Let’s bring the conversation on mental fitness to the SXSW stage.

My proposal, "Mental Fitness: The Hidden Key to Peak Performance", is now live on the official SXSW PanelPicker®.

This session explores how emotional regulation, stress recovery, and mental clarity can unlock sustainable success in high-pressure environments.

Think: real tools for real impact, from locker rooms to boardrooms.

🗳 Vote now through August 24 by clicking the heart on the official proposal page (link in bio).

Your support helps bring mental health to the main stage at one of the world’s most influential gatherings of creative and professional minds.

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◻️ Brook Choulet, M.D. | The Performance Psychiatrist®
◻️ Choulet Performance Psychiatry® | The Premier Destination for Mental Excellence
◻️ (480) 612-8985
◻️ drc@chouletperformance.com

Pillar 3️⃣ of the Seven Pillars of Performance Psychiatry® is Resilience & Recovery.This is your capacity to recalibrate...
05/08/2025

Pillar 3️⃣ of the Seven Pillars of Performance Psychiatry® is Resilience & Recovery.

This is your capacity to recalibrate under pressure and return sharper than before.

This means creating a consistent recovery routine, protecting against burnout, replenishing emotional reserves, and maintaining peak readiness through intentional restoration.

At Choulet Performance Psychiatry®, we assess this through tailored evaluations and biometric insights that reflect how well your nervous system is actually recovering.

If you’re aiming for long-term performance, recovery cannot be optional. It’s essential.

Here are a few ways to build yours:
✔️ Create daily and weekly recovery rituals that support your output
✔️ Use breathwork or guided relaxation to regulate your stress response
✔️ Watch for burnout signals like irritability or sleep disruptions
✔️ Prioritize quality sleep with a set wind-down routine and tech cutoff

The most successful people don’t just push harder. They recover smarter.

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Why does working out sometimes feel harder than it should, even when we know it’s good for us?In a new piece from The Ev...
01/08/2025

Why does working out sometimes feel harder than it should, even when we know it’s good for us?

In a new piece from The Everygirl, I share how our brains are wired to conserve energy, and how small mindset shifts can help you reframe movement as something you want to do, not just something you should do.

One strategy I often recommend is temptation bundling: pairing exercise with something you enjoy to activate the brain’s dopamine system and reinforce positive habits.

Another is reframing your inner dialogue. Instead of thinking “I have to work out,” try “I get to move and reset.”

Swipe through for practical ways to start building more enjoyable, sustainable movement into your routine.

🔗 Read: “Science Says You Can Train Your Brain To Truly Enjoy Exercise—Here’s How” via The Everygirl

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◻️ Brook Choulet, M.D. | The Performance Psychiatrist®
◻️ Choulet Performance Psychiatry® | The Premier Destination for Mental Excellence
◻️ (480) 612-8985
◻️ drc@chouletperformance.com

Pillar 2️⃣ of the Seven Pillars of Performance Psychiatry® is Emotional Agility & Regulation.High performance doesn’t me...
31/07/2025

Pillar 2️⃣ of the Seven Pillars of Performance Psychiatry® is Emotional Agility & Regulation.

High performance doesn’t mean suppressing emotions. It means learning to navigate them with control and flexibility.

At Choulet Performance Psychiatry®, we help patients strengthen this pillar through the intentional development of skills that enhance emotional composure, especially under pressure.

Try applying these techniques:
✔️ Practice noticing emotional cues without judgment
✔️ Use tactical breathing to regulate reactivity
✔️ Name the emotion to reduce its charge
✔️ Shift from rumination to reflection by asking, “What’s the next best step?”

This is just the beginning.

The ability to stay emotionally grounded in the midst of intensity is what sets elite performers apart.

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Introducing The Choulet Performance Psychiatry® AssessmentA custom, curated experience for individuals operating at the ...
29/07/2025

Introducing The Choulet Performance Psychiatry® Assessment
A custom, curated experience for individuals operating at the highest level.

Most people optimize their calendars, their recovery, their investments.

But few ever stop to evaluate their mind: the system driving it all.

This isn’t therapy. It’s not coaching.

It’s a custom consultation carefully designed to assess and provide actionable feedback on your mental precision, decision-making, resilience, and cognitive clarity.

Because when your mind is your edge, protecting it is non-negotiable.

We’re giving one complimentary assessment to a member of our community.
($3,195 value)

To enter:
Comment “Mental Precision” below.

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