Last week I shared the importance of preparing for big events in both life and work. Today is about how to ‘Fuel Your Mindset’. In the journey to success, your mindset is your most powerful tool. Whether you’re aiming to excel in your career, sports, or personal goals, achieving optimal performance starts from within. It’s not just about physical preparation or having the right strategy—it’s about taking the time to align your thoughts, focus your energy, and cultivate a winning mindset.
This week, I want to delve into an inspiring story I recently came across on a Netflix show called Sprint. It’s a fantastic series that follows some of the biggest names in men’s and women’s 100- and 200-meter sprinting.
There was a particular moment in episode five that really struck me. The scene features a coach preparing sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson just before she heads out for the final. Imagine this: she’s just barely qualified for the final, and the pressure is at an all-time high. As she’s about to step onto the track to run the final, and her coach calls her over. They embrace, and he whispers in her ear, “I’ve got one question to ask you, and I don’t want you to answer it now. I want you to answer it on the track.” He then leans in and asks, “Who’s the fastest?”
With a nod, Sha’Carri walks toward the arena, primed and ready. And here’s the powerful part—she goes out and wins. This story perfectly illustrates how important it is to fuel your mindset before facing any big challenge.
Negative Inputs
So, let me ask you this: What’s going through your mind when you prepare for big events? Are you entering them with thoughts like, “I hope I don’t mess this up,” or “I just want to get this out the way” or are you even thinking about what’s coming up at all? or are you equipping yourself with positive affirmations, motivating music, or even a simple but powerful question that gets you in the right headspace?
Fuel Your Mindset in the Right Way
It’s crucial to fuel your mindset with the right thoughts and energies before you step into any big moment—be it a sales meeting, a pitch, or a performance review. The ambience around you—whether it’s the voice in your head, the noises in the background, or even the lighting in the room—can have a massive impact on how you perform.
The key takeaway? It’s not just about the physical preparation. It’s about Fueling your mindset in the right way to ensure you’re mentally prepared to deliver your best. Take a moment before your next big event to get your head in the right place. You’ll be amazed at how much this small shift can enhance your performance.
That’s all for this week. I hope you found this insight helpful, and I look forward to continuing this conversation next week. Until then, remember to plan ahead for those big events, fuel your mindset and get ready to conquer your goals!
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