Seeking Balance
Welcome to Seeking Balance, a podcast that delves into the art and science of performance in poker—and life. Hosted by Jared Alderman, a seasoned performance coach with a unique blend of experiences, this show explores what it truly means to succeed.
Drawing from years as a Navy EOD tech, professional poker player, and now a mindset and lifestyle coach, Jared brings a depth of understanding to high-pressure situations and the mental game behind peak performance. With an extensive background in meditation, Jared takes listeners beyond typical strategies to explore how inner well-being and mindset fuel real achievement.
Each episode offers insights into the soft skills that separate good players from great ones, uncovering the hidden edges found in emotional regulation, healthy habits, and peak performance strategies. With a focus on balancing achievement and personal well-being, we’ll challenge conventional definitions of success and look at how to thrive both at the table and beyond it.
Join us for candid conversations with poker pros, industry leaders, and performance experts as we explore how to cultivate the habits, mindsets, and skills that lead to real, lasting success. Whether you're chasing poker greatness or looking to level up in your life, Seeking Balance is your guide to mastering the game within the game.
Seeking Balance
Structure and Improvisation: Balancing Theory, Intuition, and Wellbeing with Thomas Boivin
In this episode, I’m joined by high-stakes poker professional and coach Thomas Boivin, whose unique blend of structured study and real-time intuition has earned him a reputation as one of the game’s sharpest minds. We explore the interplay between solver-based “baseline” strategies and on-the-fly adjustments, as well as the mental game work required to trust your reads and take creative lines when they matter most. Thomas also shares insights into his recent transition toward more coaching, the importance of simplifying strategies, and how personal growth—both on and off the felt—can lead to a more fulfilling life.
Contact Information
Host – Jared Alderman
- Website: jaredalderman.com/poker
- X (Twitter): @the_jaldermann
- Instagram: @jared.alderman
Guest – Thomas Boivin
- Website: thomas.boivin.be
- Instagram: @martomchat
- X (Twitter): @martomchat
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