Tom Daley shares how parental support and reframing perspectives positively impacted his diving career. He discusses setting daily goals, facing bravery in challenging moments, and persevering for high performance.

In a powerful conversation, Tom Daley, an Olympic silver medalist and vocal advocate for the LGBTQ+ community, shares his remarkable journey of resilience. He discusses overcoming personal loss, including the passing of his father, and navigating the pressures of public life. Tom highlights the importance of mental training and mindfulness in performance, as well as the joy of embracing individuality. He reflects on the significance of support systems and the lessons learned through failure, all while maintaining a focus on happiness in both sport and life.

Tom Daley, a celebrated British diver and LGBT+ advocate, shares his incredible journey of triumph against adversity. He discusses the significance of mindfulness and mental training in overcoming societal pressures and childhood fears. Through personal anecdotes, Daley reveals how visualization and resilience were key in navigating high-pressure competitions, including the Olympics. He reflects on the importance of support systems, revealing how personal loss and early challenges have shaped his identity and success in diving.

It’s hard to believe, 2021 is almost over. It’s been a huge year – for WHOOP and for the WHOOP community.  It goes without saying that so many of our guests have inspired us, have made us think, and have challenged us to be the best version of ourselves. This episode looks back at some of the standout moments from the podcast in 2021, including from Alex Honnold (2:04), Rich Roll (8:04), Steve-O (12:29), Dr. Jim Loehr on the performance mindset (15:13), Dr. Meeta Singh on the science of sleep (19:35), Patrick Mahomes (23:18), Eli Manning and Larry Fitzgerald (26:41), Tom Daley (28:32), Gabby Thomas (30:23), Emily Capodilupo on COVID vaccine research (32:08), and Dr. Stacy Sims on women's physiology and performance (34:26). Support the showFollow WHOOPwww.whoop.comTrial WHOOP for FreeInstagramTikTokXFacebookLinkedIn Follow Will AhmedInstagramXLinkedIn Follow Kristen Holmes Instagram LinkedIn Follow Emily Capodilupo LinkedIn

Tom Daley, a five-time Olympic medallist, shares insights into his illustrious diving career as he announces his retirement at 30. He reflects on the emotional journey and milestone moments that defined his path to greatness. The discussion also highlights a heroic act by bystanders during a violent stabbing incident in Leicester Square and an urgent call for a public inquiry into NHS failures linked to tragic recent events. Additionally, Bharti Enterprises becomes the largest shareholder in BT Group with a significant investment.