You Are Heroic with Brian Johnson

+1: How to Use Our Optimizing Tools - Hint: Practice THE MOMENT You Need It

Sep 15, 2023
A talk about moving tools from theory into real-time practice for performance nerves. Stories about handling keynote anxiety and the moment a mental 'glitch' appears. Simple verbal tools to interrupt negative self-talk and shift toward excitement. A clear, actionable practice: notice fear, apply the tool immediately, and enjoy the moment more.
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ANECDOTE

Keynote Nerves Turned Into Energy

  • Brian Johnson describes preparing for a keynote to 60+ portfolio CEOs and feeling unexpected anxiety despite studio experience.
  • He repeatedly used the Bring It On and I'm Excited tools the moment anxious thoughts appeared, which kept him energized and enjoying the lead-up.
INSIGHT

Use Tools The Moment You Glitch

  • The crucial distinction is using your tools the moment you notice a 'glitch' or disconnect from your highest self.
  • Phil taught Brian to catch the internal voice immediately and respond, preventing the worry from running longer than a second or two.
ADVICE

Interrupt Doubt Immediately With A Phrase

  • When a self-doubting inner voice starts, immediately step back mentally and say Bring It On or I'm Excited.
  • Do it every single time right when you notice the thought so the worry lasts only a second or two.
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