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Toughness

Special Forces, Mental Agility & Elite Habits *Part 1* - Coleman Ruiz & Ceci Craft (Military)

Feb 28, 2021
Former Navy SEAL officer Coleman Ruiz and mental performance coach Ceci Craft discuss mental agility, emotional stability, and the training methods used by elite Special Forces. They explore the toll of deployments, the importance of self-care, and the significance of mental agility in achieving success for athletes and military personnel.
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Quick takeaways

  • Understanding and embracing physiological responses as indicators of mental readiness in high-pressure situations.
  • Recognizing the importance of mental and physical recovery for sustainable performance and well-being in high-pressure environments.

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The importance of mental agility and flexibility

In this podcast episode, the concept of mental agility and flexibility is explored. The guests discuss how important it is to understand and accept the physiological responses that occur during high-pressure situations, such as nerves, dry mouth, and shaky hands. They emphasize the need to dispel myths surrounding these physical responses and normalize them as natural reactions to stress. The key is to view these responses as indicators that the body is preparing for a big moment. The guests also touch on the significance of being mentally prepared to handle different gears and gears shifts, similar to how sports cars operate. They note the importance of incorporating mental training, as well as physical training, to develop mental agility and flexibility.

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