Finding one's purpose is essential for effective coaching and personal fulfillment. Coaches must explore their 'why,' acknowledging that success isn't solely defined by winning but also by being a good person and supporting athletes holistically. Recognizing that athletes are individuals, not machines, underscores the importance of self-awareness and the need for breaks to maintain quality performance. Additionally, the ability to delegate tasks and seek help is crucial, as it enhances collaboration and well-being within coaching environments.
America's top athletes need coaches. And those coaches themselves need guidance. It's a hard and stressful job - and one where coaches can easily become burned out and unhappy. And stressed coaches can't help their athletes win medals.
Christine Bolger and Emilie Lazenby of the US Olympic and Paralympic Committee teach happiness lessons - many they heard on this podcast - to America's elite coaches. They share their story with Dr Laurie and tell us what regular folk can learn from top coaches.
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