A Bit of Optimism Mastery is an Infinite Game with performance psychologist Mike Gervais
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Jul 23, 2024 
In this engaging discussion, high-performance psychologist Mike Gervais shares his insights on achieving mastery without succumbing to burnout. He highlights how focusing on purpose over mere outcomes fosters sustainable excellence. Mike shares intriguing stories, including a samurai sword maker's journey, illustrating the pitfalls of conventional success metrics. He emphasizes the importance of developing a purpose-based identity and mental resilience, empowering individuals to navigate confidence, trauma, and the pressures of high performance.
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Mastery vs. High Performance
- High performance is about executing on demand.
- Mastery involves an organic, authentic expression, going deeper into the craft and self.
The Sword Maker
- Simon Sinek recounts meeting a samurai sword maker with 30 years of experience.
- The sword maker still considered himself a learner, demonstrating a commitment to mastery and lack of ego.
Source of Confidence
- True confidence comes from internal validation, not external results.
- Basing confidence on external factors leads to instability and dependence on the outside world.