High Performance Mindset | Learn from World-Class Leaders, Consultants, Athletes & Coaches about Mindset 664: The Power of Mindfulness & Self-Compassion for High Performance with Dr. Alan Chu
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Feb 10, 2025 In this discussion, Dr. Alan Chu, Associate Professor and Certified Mental Performance Consultant, dives into the transformative power of mindfulness and self-compassion. He highlights how self-compassion boosts motivation and resilience, contrasting it with the pitfalls of self-criticism. Listeners learn practical techniques for cultivating self-kindness, including journaling and affirmations. Dr. Chu also emphasizes the link between mindfulness and resilience, showcasing how these practices can elevate performance in both sports and everyday life.
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Dr. Chu's Journey to Sports Psychology
- Dr. Chu's interest in sports psychology stemmed from his experience as a five-sport athlete in Hong Kong.
- Early setbacks in table tennis and the support he received from his college team shaped his career path.
Defining Self-Compassion
- Self-compassion involves treating yourself with the same kindness and support you'd offer a friend.
- It comprises mindfulness, common humanity (knowing you're not alone), and self-kindness.
Varied Self-Compassion
- Dr. Akampoff observes differing levels of natural self-compassion in her two teenage sons.
- One son seems to practice it naturally, while the other may not.
