The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos

Don't Accentuate the Positive

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Oct 29, 2019
Bob Bowman, the innovative coach behind Michael Phelps's monumental success, shares insights on how visualizing obstacles rather than just positive outcomes set athletes up for victory. Kristen Beck, a decorated veteran and transgender activist, opens up about her courageous journey, advocating for inclusivity in a polarized society. They discuss how mental resilience and embracing challenges can lead to extraordinary achievements, along with the unexpected power of acknowledging negative scenarios as part of personal growth.
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Phelps' Early Talent

  • Michael Phelps, at age 11, showed immense potential, quickly surpassing older swimmers in practice.
  • His coach, Bob Bowman, was impressed by his speed and competitive drive, despite Phelps's undisciplined strokes.
ADVICE

Mental and Physical Training

  • Focus on both physical and mental training for success.
  • Phelps's training involved correcting his stroke, which was key to his later achievements.
ADVICE

Visualization and Goal Setting

  • Establish clear goals (daily, yearly, career) and visualize achieving them.
  • Phelps visualized his races vividly, including sensory details like the smell of chlorine.
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