The High Performance Podcast E22 - Sir Ben Ainslie: The power of positive belief
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Sep 13, 2020 
In this conversation with Sir Ben Ainslie, the most successful Olympic sailor in history, he shares his inspiring journey of overcoming challenges. He emphasizes the power of belief in high-stakes competitions like the America's Cup, discussing the shift from individual pursuits to cohesive teamwork. Ben reflects on the importance of embracing failure and brutal honesty for growth, while highlighting the balance between humility and fierce leadership needed for success. His insights on enjoying the journey and the emotional landscape of competition offer profound lessons for anyone striving for excellence.
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Handling Pressure
- Prepare thoroughly, so you can focus on enjoying the pressure of competition.
- View pressure as a challenge rather than being afraid of it.
Controlling Emotions
- Ainslie learned to control his emotions through trial and error, especially after a mistake in the 1996 Olympics.
- By 2000, he learned to control those emotions better due to the pressure and expectations.
Harnessing Anger
- During the 2012 Olympics, Ainslie harnessed his anger to improve his performance.
- He used an incident that angered him as motivation to fight back and change his approach.