The Neuroscience of High Stakes Moments with Stephen Baker

In this episode of the Pro Mindset® Podcast, host Craig Domann sits down with former courtroom barrister, professional poker player, hypnotherapist, and high-performance mindset coach Stephen Baker to explore how subconscious programming shapes performance under pressure. Stephen shares his journey from law to professional poker and how hypnotherapy helped him overcome anxiety-driven impulses and make better decisions under intense stakes. He explains why high performers must separate self-worth from results, use neuroplasticity to overcome fear of failure, and develop the ability to “suffer well” through difficult stretches. Drawing on his experience coaching traders, elite athletes, and entrepreneurs, Stephen also explores flow-state neuroscience, visualization, and why traditional cognitive coaching can fall short when subconscious beliefs aren’t aligned with conscious goals. The conversation offers a powerful blueprint for rewiring automatic fear responses, building consistency, and performing with greater confidence when the pressure is highest. Episode Takeaways: 💡 Subconscious Rewiring — Overcome Automatic Fear 💡 Process Over Outcome — Separate Identity From Performance 💡 Mindset & Neuroplasticity — Train the Mind for Pressure 📲 Connect with Stephen: Facebook: @Stephen Baker LinkedIn: @Stephen Baker Instagram: @stephenbakerperformancecoach Website: stephenbaker.coach 🚀 Ready to Build a Mindset That Powers You Through Anything? Learn more about the Pro Mindset® Coaching Program at ProMindsetPodcast.com/coaching or contact Craig at Craig.ProMindset@gmail.com. #ProMindset #Mindset #CraigDomann #ProMindsetPodcast #StephenBaker #MindsetCoach #PerformanceCoach #Subconscious #Neuroplasticity #Confidence #HighPerformance #Coaching