The Daily Stoic

The Best Time Is Now | 9 Peak Performance Tips from Top Performers

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Jan 31, 2023
Explore the art of seizing the moment and starting today with personal growth tips from elite athletes and coaches. Dive into the connection between self-perception and confidence for success in high-pressure situations. Learn how to balance striving for perfection with making progress in your goals. Understand the 'pain cave' in endurance sports and its mental challenges. Finally, discover the vital role of mindset and discipline, along with the importance of incorporating rest in training.
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ADVICE

Start Today

  • Start being the person you want to be today, not tomorrow.
  • Now is always the best time to begin.
ADVICE

Physical Practice

  • Incorporate a physical practice into your routine.
  • This could be meditation, weightlifting, or any physical activity.
ANECDOTE

Pain Cave Visualization

  • Courtney Dauwalter uses the visualization of expanding a "pain cave" to push her limits in ultra-running.
  • She focuses on making the cave bigger, not just exploring it.
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