You Are Not A Frog How to Plan Your Year for Peak Performance
Feb 3, 2025
In this insightful conversation with Kim Daybell, a former GB Paralympian and current resident doctor, the focus is on setting meaningful goals for the new year. Kim shares his journey from competitive table tennis to medicine, discussing how to balance a high-pressure career while managing burnout. He emphasizes the importance of viewing failure as a growth opportunity, intentional planning, and finding joy in the process. Additionally, he provides essential tips for achieving sustainable performance and fulfillment in both personal and professional realms.
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Balancing Paralympics and Medical School
- Kim Daybell balanced being a Paralympian and a medical student at the same time.
- He took time off medical school and planned carefully to fit training and studies together.
Build a Support Team
- Build a support team including coaches, family, and friends to help balance competing priorities.
- Prioritize quality over quantity, focusing on impactful efforts in limited time.
Focus on Self, Not Comparison
- Stop comparing yourself to others and focus on your own progress and what a good day looks like.
- Take time to be grateful and self-acknowledge your achievements regularly.