
#90 Apolo Ohno: Process Versus Prize
The Knowledge Project with Shane Parrish
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Mastering Emotional Control in Competition
This chapter explores the critical role of emotional control in high-pressure environments like sports and trading. It highlights the importance of self-awareness, mental fortitude, and resilience in achieving exceptional performance, while contrasting early motivations of domination with a deeper, introspective approach. Through personal anecdotes and discussions on intrinsic versus extrinsic motivations, it encourages focusing on personal growth and effort over mere outcomes.
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