Ask Daily Stoic: Ryan and Lacrosse Legend Paul Rabil On What It Takes to Become the Best

Sep 12, 2020

Paul Rabil, a lacrosse legend and co-founder of the Premier Lacrosse League, shares his captivating journey from athlete to entrepreneur. He discusses the unique mental hurdles faced by professional athletes and the intricacies of launching a sports league. Rabil dives into finding personal purpose through lacrosse, the importance of emotional regulation, and maintaining individual identity amidst contract pressures. He also touches on the complexities of activism and the search for fulfillment beyond societal success, offering a deep reflection on the athlete experience.

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Lacrosse as Life's Work

Paul Rabil's dedication to lacrosse emerged in high school, leading to a structured path of college scholarships and professional drafts.
This singular focus propelled him to become a top player, but later, he sought to impact the lacrosse industry more broadly.

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Balancing Talents

High-achievers in creative or athletic fields often excel in one area at the expense of others.
This can lead to wondering if pursuing one path hinders potential success in another.

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Football vs. Lacrosse

Bill Belichick offered Rabil a chance to play football, but advised him to continue excelling in lacrosse.
Rabil's later experiences with personal challenges and therapy ultimately led him to co-found the Premier Lacrosse League.

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On today’s Daily Stoic Podcast, Ryan talks with lacrosse star Paul Rabil about the mental obstacles that come with being a pro athlete, the experience of starting a professional sports league, and more.

Paul Rabil is one of the best lacrosse players in history and the best in the world at the sport right now—some have called him the LeBron James of lacrosse. He has played for championship lacrosse teams from his time at college to the professional leagues. Rabil is one of the co-founders of of the Premier Lacrosse League, an American professional lacrosse league whose second season ended this past August.

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