The Daily Stoic

Manu Ginóbili - NBA Spurs Legend on the Philosophy of Peak Performance

Sep 26, 2020

In this engaging conversation, Manu Ginóbili, a former NBA star and Olympic champion, shares how reading has shaped his career. He discusses using emotions to elevate performance and the significance of mentorship in competitive sports. Ginóbili reflects on the balance between competitiveness and joy, drawing insights from both basketball and life, including amusing tales of chicken raising and personal growth. His journey highlights the importance of mental well-being and resilience, emphasizing how athletes can drive social change.

49:53

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Manu Ginóbili

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Episode notes

Intro

2min

The Journey of Excellence in Basketball

3min

Exploring Consistency and Personal Connections in Sports

2min

Adventures in Cycling and Chicken Raising

4min

Navigating Loss and Competitive Drive

19min

Overcoming Obstacles to Mental Health Support and Career Growth

5min

Athletic Empowerment and Social Impact

19min

Reflections and Future Plans: A Conversational Wrap-Up

2min

On today’s podcast, Ryan talks with NBA legend Manu Ginóbili about how he reads books to help his athletic career, using your emotions to perform better, and how to find a mentor in competitive situations.

Manu Ginóbili played 16 seasons with the NBA’s San Antonio Spurs, winning four championships as the quintessential sixth man. Ginobili led the 2004 Argentina national basketball team to Olympic gold, the only non-American team to do so since the US Dream Team.

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