The One You Feed

Chris Bosh on Playing the Inner Game

Jun 1, 2021
Chris Bosh, an NBA Hall of Famer and author, dives deep into his new book, 'Letters to a Young Athlete.' He discusses the surprising impact of his abrupt career ending on his self-discovery journey. Bosh shares insights on intrinsic versus extrinsic motivations and the importance of finding your 'why.' He contrasts ego with true confidence and highlights the power of community in sports. With anecdotes from his career, he emphasizes resilience in facing criticism, showing how personal growth continues even after leaving the court.
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ADVICE

Feed the Good Wolf

  • Visualize success and work backward, aligning daily actions with your ultimate goal.
  • Feed your "good wolf" consistently, especially during challenging times.
INSIGHT

Career Ending and Soul Searching

  • Chris Bosh's basketball career ended abruptly due to a blood clot, forcing a life reassessment.
  • This challenged him deeply but opened his soul to new possibilities like writing.
INSIGHT

Finding Your Why

  • Your "what" (e.g., basketball career) can be taken away, but your "why" (love of the game) persists.
  • Focus on your intrinsic motivations to find purpose beyond external achievements.
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