Podcast: The High Performance
Published Date:
Fri, 04 Mar 2022 01:00:28 GMT
Duration:
3:01
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False
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This week’s bitesize comes from our game-changing episode with Jonny Wilkinson. A conversation in our history that still resonates with so many.
It was an intriguing morning with Jonny, exploring his understanding of how to achieve, maintain and sustain high performance. Lessons that have been hard earned by a career he described as “surviving”.
In this clip Jonny describes beginning his rugby career in a ‘flow state’ of opportunity and passion. And how self-importance changed everything.
Listen and watch the full episode with Jonny: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/podcast/jonny-wilkinson
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In this episode, Jonny Wilkinson, a legendary rugby player, shares his insights on achieving, maintaining, and sustaining high performance. He reflects on his early days in rugby, describing a "flow state" characterized by opportunity and passion. However, as he progressed in his career, self-importance crept in, leading to increased pressure and expectations.
Wilkinson emphasizes the contrast between his mindset as an 18-year-old, when he saw himself as a nobody with nothing to lose, and his mindset later in his career, when he felt the weight of being a somebody with everything to lose. This shift resulted in rigidity and a sense of solidity, hindering his ability to flow and adapt.
Wilkinson draws a parallel between this rigidity and the fluidity of great athletes like Roger Federer, who possess an openness and readiness to respond to any situation. He highlights the importance of embracing uncertainty and being open to possibilities, rather than holding onto fixed beliefs and expectations.
Wilkinson's journey serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining a beginner's mindset, staying grounded, and focusing on the process rather than the outcome. By letting go of self-importance and embracing a fluid and adaptable approach, individuals can unlock their full potential and achieve sustained high performance.