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The Psychology of High Performance: Mindset, Resilience, and Mastery with Performance Psychologist Dr Michael Gervais
Episode 401
Angela is joined by Michael Gervais, an expert in mastery, to explore the profound impact of identity and thoughtfulness in personal and professional growth. They discuss the concept of mastery as a commitment to artistic expression at the edge of one's capabilities, emphasising the importance of being present and aware in everyday life.
Michael also shares insights from his extensive interviews with top performers, highlighting the distinction between striving to be the best versus being one's best.
MAIN TAKEAWAYS
- Mindset Mastery: Embracing mindfulness and resilience helps us focus on what’s within our control, strengthening self-awareness and adaptability.
- Purpose-Based Identity: A purpose-oriented identity offers deeper satisfaction than a performance-focused identity, allowing individuals to align with their core values.
- Living in the Present: Mindfulness practices like journaling, meditation, and self-reflection ground us in the present moment, helping reduce anxiety and improve focus.
- Managing FOPO (Fear of Other People's Opinions): Recognizing the spotlight effect helps release social pressures and reduces the fear of judgment, allowing authentic self-expression.
- Importance of Recovery: Recovery isn’t just physical but also psychological, allowing us to approach challenges with a refreshed perspective.
TIMESTAMPS & KEY TOPICS
- 0:05 - Intro to mindfulness and self-awareness
- 2:27 - Introduction to Dr. Michael Gervais
- 8:07 - Defining Mastery
- 17:07 - Best vs. Own Best
- 24:00 - Controlling What’s Within Reach
- 34:43 - Single-Point Mindfulness Practice
- 39:10 - Performance-Based Identity vs. Purpose-Based Identity
- 50:03 - Understanding the Spotlight Effect
- 55:06 - FOPO and Its Impact on Self-Perception
- 1:02:00 - The Importance of Recovery
- 1:03:09 - Closing Remarks and Social Media Connection
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ABOUT THE HOST
Angela Foster is an award winning Nutritionist, Health & Performance Coach, Speaker and Host of the High Performance Health podcast. A former Corporate lawyer turned industry leader in biohacking and health optimisation for women, Angela has been featured in various media including Huff Post, Runners world, The Health Optimisation Summit, BrainTap, The Women’s Biohacking Conference, Livestrong & Natural Health Magazine.
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