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Modern WisdomMay 24, 2021

#325 - Lauren Johnson - The Mindset Secrets Of Elite Athletes

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Notable books mentioned: Atomic Habits by James Clear, Jocko

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The host mentions 'Atomic Habits' to illustrate the importance of consistency and discipline in achieving success, particularly in sports. The book…

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Jocko

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#325 - Lauren Johnson - The Mindset Secrets Of Elite Athletes mentions Atomic Habits by James Clear and Jocko with timestamps, quotes, and episode context.

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Lauren Johnson is the New York Yankees ex-Performance Psychologist and a mental toughness expert. We all have a lot to learn from people who are performing at the limits of their ability. As the person in charge of the New York Yankees' mindset for 4 years, Lauren has seen first hand just how important mindset and mental toughness are for enabling peak output. Expect to learn how we can improve our self talk, how athletes deal with pain & discomfort, Lauren's best advice for dealing with criticism, what the difference is between a good and elite performer, how to avoid being too outcome-focussed and much more...
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  • A second recurring theme is mental toughness and response.
  • Referenced books include Atomic Habits by James Clear and Jocko.
  • The strongest audience signal points to athletes and individuals seeking personal development and Athletes and coaches seeking to improve mental resilience.

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athletes and individuals seeking personal developmentAthletes and coaches seeking to improve mental resilience

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Atomic Habits
James Clear
Best for athletes and individuals seeking personal developmentOften cited around elite athletes and discipline

James Clear's book illustrates how small details and consistent habits lead to significant results over time, using the example of a plane's trajectory adjustment.

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended
For: athletes and individuals seeking personal development
Key quote: if a plane takes off in L.A. and its destination is New York City, if it just adjusts the nose three degrees south, when it's multiplied across the United States, they're going to land in Washington, D.C.
The host mentions 'Atomic Habits' to illustrate the importance of consistency and discipline in achieving success, particularly in sports. The book provides insights on how small, incremental changes can lead to significant outcomes over time.
ASIN: B07RFSSYBH
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Best for Athletes and coaches seeking to improve mental resilienceOften cited around mental toughness and response

The athlete initially hated Jocko's content but later asked for a Jocko book, which he ended up loving.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Athletes and coaches seeking to improve mental resilience
Key quote: I just finished showing him this video from Jocko Willink, who I just love.
The host mentions the book 'Jocko' to illustrate the importance of reframing challenges and maintaining a positive perspective in the face of adversity. By sharing a personal story about a player who adopted this mindset, the host emphasizes how mental resilience can be cultivated through intentional responses to setbacks.
ASIN: B002G6X15M
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