The High Performance Podcast E182 - Ryan Mason: How to focus on your comeback, not your set back
Mar 13, 2023
Ryan Mason, the youngest ever Premier League manager and current coach at Tottenham Hotspur FC, shares his inspiring journey after a life-changing skull injury. He discusses overcoming anger and resentment post-injury and how it fueled his passion for coaching. Listen as he reveals his unique coaching methods, the significance of building emotional connections with players, and the power of positive energy and trust within a team. Mason also dives into the importance of resilience, mental readiness, and transforming setbacks into opportunities for growth.
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Loan Spell Resilience
- Ryan Mason describes a challenging loan spell in France where he didn't play for five months.
- Despite this, he persevered, focusing on self-improvement and using the experience to fuel his future hunger.
Power of Visualization
- Visualizing positive outcomes, like playing for Tottenham or England again, fueled Ryan Mason's recovery.
- Dreaming and imagining success provided motivation and helped maintain his focus and drive.
Vision of Family
- During a near-death experience, Ryan Mason had a vision of his future family.
- This vision, including a son and a daughter, became a powerful motivator during his recovery and continues to inspire him.
