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Modern WisdomMay 24, 2021

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

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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 U…

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I just finished showing him this video from Jocko Willink, who I just love.

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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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The conversation centers on elite athletes and discipline.
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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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

Trigger: elite athletes and discipline

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.

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Jocko

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

Trigger: mental toughness and response

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.

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