The School of Greatness

982 The Science of Self-Confidence (How to Command Your Mind) w/Dr. Ivan Joseph

Jul 20, 2020

Dr. Ivan Joseph, a renowned sports psychologist and author of "You've Got This," shares his insights on self-confidence and personal growth. He emphasizes the importance of gratitude and embracing imperfection as tools for fostering confidence. Joseph discusses strategies for overcoming fear and reframing failure, highlighting how these experiences can lead to growth. He also explores the connection between self-love and mental well-being, urging listeners to define their values and align them with their life choices.

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Quick takeaways

Self-confidence is not the absence of self-doubt, but rather the willingness to try despite doubting oneself.

Varying practice methods and coupling different skills together enhance skill mastery.

Creating personal affirmations and using physical cues can replace negative thoughts with positive affirmations.

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The Power of Self-Confidence and Overcoming Self-Doubt

Doctor Ivan Joseph, a high-performance coach and sport psychologist, discusses the importance of self-confidence and how it is developed. He emphasizes that self-confidence is not the absence of self-doubt, but rather the willingness to try despite doubting oneself. Joseph shares strategies for building self-confidence, such as engaging in mental and physical routines, embracing failure as a learning opportunity, and reframing negative feedback as critical feedback. He also highlights the significance of surrounding oneself with supportive people who believe in their potential.

Intro

5min

Mastering Skill Acquisition: Coaching Insights

16min

Harnessing Self-Confidence Through Gratitude and Connection

4min

Cultivating Confidence and Happiness

19min

Embracing Imperfection for Growth and Confidence

3min

Embracing Failure as a Path to Growth

12min

Embracing Fear and Building Confidence

9min

Leading by Example: The Path to True Leadership

3min

The Power of Positive Connections

5min

10.

Building Self-Confidence and Life Lessons

3min

11.

The Power of Self-Love and Acknowledgment

2min

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Defining Greatness and Inspiring Action

2min

"The tiniest step is the one that moves us toward our goal."

Lewis is joined by Dr. Ivan Joseph, a sports psychologist and high-performance coach, to discuss the secret to self-confidence, to walk through a simple exercise to determine your values and purpose, and to learn how to control your thoughts in order to ignore negative feedback and unlock your full potential.

- Get 20% off Dr. Joseph's book "You Got This" at drivanjoseph.com with discount code: lewishowes

- Psychologist Laurie Santos explains the science behind happiness: https://lewishowes.com/961

- Kobe Bryant on Mamba Mentality, NBA Titles, and Oscars: https://link.chtbl.com/691-pod

- Sadhguru teaches you how to control your mind: https://lewishowes.com/965

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