The School of Greatness 1058 How to Attract Success, Destroy Laziness & Achieve Optimal Performance w/Former Navy SEAL Officer Rich Diviney
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Jan 13, 2021 Rich Diviney, a former Navy SEAL officer with over 20 years of experience, shares invaluable insights on achieving optimal performance. He discusses the importance of motivation, self-discipline, and breaking goals into manageable tasks. Diviney emphasizes navigating discomfort for personal growth, as well as the significance of true leadership qualities like empathy. He also reflects on managing stress during high-pressure scenarios, and the transformative power of intention and resilience. This conversation offers a roadmap for anyone looking to enhance their performance and conquer their fears.
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Optimal vs. Peak Performance
- Peak performance is unsustainable long-term, unlike optimal performance.
- Optimal performance involves adapting to the present moment and performing your best given current circumstances.
Surf Torture
- Rich Diviney describes "surf torture" in SEAL training.
- This grueling exercise involves being submerged in cold water for hours, highlighting the importance of optimal performance in adversity.
Self-Discipline vs. Discipline
- Self-discipline manages internal focus, while discipline focuses on external, long-term goals.
- High self-discipline can hinder achieving long-term goals due to its preference for routine and certainty.
