Modern Wisdom #897 - Steve Magness - How Nervous People Can Perform Under Pressure
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Feb 1, 2025 
In this discussion, Steve Magness, a performance coach and sports scientist, dives into the challenges of performing under pressure. He explains how societal expectations can heighten anxiety and impact performance. Magness offers practical tips for reshaping mindset and viewing failure as a stepping stone to resilience. He underscores the importance of social connections for emotional regulation and advocates for redefining success by appreciating personal growth over outcomes. Insights on overcoming perfectionism round out this engaging conversation.
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Capaldi's Struggle
- Lewis Capaldi's talent is immense, but his inner game limits him.
- His anxiety hinders his performance on big stages, which is a common issue for those with immense talent.
Identity Shift and Pressure
- Identity shift after success can increase pressure and anxiety.
- The brain perceives potential threats to this new identity, leading to a threat response.
Authors and the Price of Success
- Authors like Morgan Housel and Mark Manson anticipate feeling like failures after achieving massive success.
- Their first successes set high bars, making future works seem less impressive by comparison.
