

#179 Dr. Gio Valiante (Part 1): Discipline and Resilience
1739 snips Oct 31, 2023
Dr. Gio Valiante, a leading performance psychologist, shares insights from his work with elite athletes and entrepreneurs. He emphasizes the vital role of discipline and resilience in achieving success, distinguishing between talent and effort. Valiante explores how environment shapes personal development and the importance of teaching resilience, especially to children. He discusses cultivating habits that foster growth and critiques modern parenting practices, advocating for a focus on genuine support over superficial appearances.
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Building Discipline
- To become more disciplined, go all-in on changing habits and avoid exceptions.
- Reinforce new habits daily, as old patterns can resurface even after long periods.
Environment's Impact
- Environment significantly influences behavior, often more than willpower.
- Changing your environment or the people around you can lead to positive behavioral changes.
Classroom Seating
- A student's disruptive behavior in class stemmed from sitting near friends.
- Changing his seat improved his behavior, demonstrating environment's impact.