Bromides for the New Year keep rolling in. Banal fillers for slow news cycles, self-appointed experts chirp about routine, weight-loss, life-management, and expectations. None of the advice is particularly compelling or constructive. As I begin 2019, the person I continue to turn to is world-renowned sports and performance psychologist and best-selling author Dr. Bob Rotella.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kqnOnAJtAqU
Rotella has coached the greatest athletes, and musicians on the mental aspects of performing. Bob and I worked together on a couple of projects. Listening to him coach always has a profound impact on my ability to conquer new challenges.
Doc’s wisdom is shared with the best of the best. I bring you under the tent for a sneak peek.
Dream Big.
Those who separate themselves from the pack never began with average aspirations. They have huge dreams. Create a feeling of destiny. Trust and believe in that destiny.
Good is the Enemy of Great.
Most people do not want to fail. They want to be successful, they want to be good. They really don’t want to go after great. If you want to truly separate yourself, you must go after greatness, and do things most people refuse to do. It is hard.
Accept Your Misses.
Under react and confidently move forward. To be great, learn to embrace pressure and thrive in it. That is the ultimate challenge. You need to win the battle with yourself. You may not always win the trophy, but you will create a mindset that is poised to achieve your dreams.