The Daily Stoic

Chris Bosh, Les Snead, Scott Oberg, Bob Bowman, and Dominique Dawes on Sports and Stoicism

Jul 13, 2022
In this engaging discussion, Chris Bosh, a two-time NBA champion, emphasizes the grit needed in athletics as outlined in his book. Les Snead, GM of the Rams, shares insights on the pressure of decision-making in sports. Scott Oberg discusses using Stoicism to conquer injuries and adversity, while Bob Bowman highlights the need for stillness in high-stakes performance. Dominique Dawes reflects on the struggle with perfectionism and the vital role of family in an athlete's journey. Together, they explore resilience, teamwork, and the true meaning of success.
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ADVICE

Control Your Response

  • Focus on your response to events, not the events themselves.
  • This applies to athletics, parenting, and even pandemics.
ANECDOTE

Bosh's 2011 Loss

  • Chris Bosh learned resilience after losing the 2011 NBA Finals to Dallas.
  • This loss taught him about accepting consequences and the importance of trying.
ADVICE

Learning from Loss

  • Losing can build character, but it shouldn't become a habit.
  • Reflect on losses to identify areas for improvement.
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