Way of Champions Podcast

Dr. Nick Holton and Dr. Adam Wright of The Antifragile Academy

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Aug 21, 2025
Join Dr. Nick Holton, an expert in human flourishing, and Dr. Adam Wright, a high-performance coach for elite athletes, as they dive into the transformative concept of anti-fragility. They discuss how resilience can be cultivated in young athletes and the critical role of mental health in sports. With insights on embracing failure and fostering supportive environments, they explore the necessity of psychological safety and personal connections in coaching. Uncover strategies that empower athletes, emphasizing growth through adversity and the importance of self-awareness.
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INSIGHT

Performance Plus Flourishing

  • Anti-fragility blends peak performance with human flourishing rather than prioritizing one over the other.
  • Nick and Adam aim to scale evidence-based practices to reach diverse performers and organizations.
ANECDOTE

Tragedy That Sparked Action

  • Adam recalled a month when five NCAA athletes committed suicide and said it catalyzed their proactive focus.
  • That tragedy pushed them to build preventative psychoeducational programming instead of only reactive care.
ADVICE

Start With Emotional Awareness

  • Teach interoception and emotional vocabulary before advanced techniques so athletes understand their interior life.
  • Build skills in emotion recognition, acceptance, and expression as the foundation for resilience work.
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