MindStrong
#89 - Courage to Ask Questions
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Quick takeaways
- Asking questions as athletes, both at a young age and throughout our careers, requires courage, vulnerability, and bravery, and can lead to valuable information, improved performance, and motivation.
- The fear of appearing weak or not knowing the answers often hinders athletes from asking questions, denying themselves the opportunity to learn and grow, and leading to a false sense of confidence.
Deep dives
The Importance of Asking Questions
In this episode, the host discusses the importance of asking questions as an athlete, particularly for young athletes. He shares a personal experience of a young cricket player who approached him during a coaching session with the courage to ask technical questions to improve his skills. The host emphasizes how asking questions shows vulnerability and bravery and highlights how many athletes, even at later stages in their careers, often fail to ask questions and seek advice from experienced professionals. He encourages athletes to be open to learning, as asking questions can lead to valuable information, improved performance, and motivation. The host concludes by emphasizing the importance of continuous growth through asking questions, whether it's to others or to oneself.
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