You Are Heroic with Brian Johnson I Love Paying the Price: To Fulfill Our Mission (You?) (Heroic +1 #1,832)
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Jul 27, 2024 
William James, a pioneering psychologist and philosopher, teams up with former chess prodigy and martial artist Josh Waitzkin. They delve into the price of fulfillment and the importance of commitment to personal aspirations. Insights from elite athletes highlight the need for clarity in defining goals. The conversation emphasizes making sacrifices to achieve extraordinary success while cultivating the right mindset. Tune in for a blend of practical wisdom and inspiring motivation to elevate your journey!
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Morning Rituals On A Top Secret Mission
- Brian recounts a secret trip to a European city where he worked with elite athletes and began the day with burpees on the beach and a cold shower.
- He used micro-moments and the Heroic app to track targets like meditating and 101 burpees while onboarding athletes one-on-one.
Follow The Mental Attribute That Feels Most Alive
- William James advises to seek the mental attribute that makes you feel most alive and follow it as your true self.
- Brian invokes this to explain why he loves working with elite performers who know what makes them feel vital.
Decide What You Want And Accept The True Cost
- Ask yourself what you really, really, really, really want and then identify the price you must pay to get it.
- Expect the cost to be far higher than your first estimate—Brian suggests it will likely be about 10x what you imagine.