Podcast: The High Performance
Published Date:
Fri, 01 Sep 2023 00:00:04 GMT
Duration:
19:27
Explicit:
False
Guests:
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August was filled with perspective changing and vulnerable conversations about what high performance really looks like. Jake takes a look back at some of the key insights from our guests over the last month.
Dr Waheed Arian challenged Jake's ever-shifting view of what high performance really means, by sharing the obstacles he overcame when moving from war torn Afghanistan to the UK at age 15 to become a doctor. Jake and Damian discussed how our biggest mistakes can make for our greatest achievements, with comedian Katherine Ryan.
Formula 1 legend Fernando Alonso opened up about the true price of high performance, and Jake learns what Fernando would do differently a second time around. Our final guest of the month, Peter Attia, changed Jake's outlook on life with his idea of the centenarian decathlon.
Listen to the episodes mentioned:
Dr Waheed Arian: https://pod.fo/e/1ae402
Katherine Ryan: https://pod.fo/e/1df492
Fernando Alonso: https://pod.fo/e/1e5849
Peter Attia: https://pod.fo/e/1e7be5
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# High Performance Podcast: August Recap
**Key Points:**
- **Empathy and Understanding:**
- This month's guests emphasized the importance of empathy and understanding in achieving high performance.
- Dr. Waheed Aryan shared his incredible journey from war-torn Afghanistan to becoming a doctor in the UK, highlighting the power of resilience and the ability to find joy despite adversity.
- **Mistakes as Motivators:**
- Comedian Katherine Ryan spoke about how her mistakes became a huge motivator for her, leading her to great success in her career.
- She emphasized the importance of reframing challenges and seeing them as opportunities for growth and learning.
- **Enjoying the Journey:**
- Two-time Formula One world champion Fernando Alonso reflected on his career and expressed regret for not taking the time to enjoy his victories.
- He emphasized the importance of celebrating achievements and appreciating the journey, rather than solely focusing on the next goal.
- **Longevity and Healthy Living:**
- Dr. Peter Attia, a longevity expert, introduced the concept of the "centenarian decathlon," which involves defining non-negotiable activities and objectives for the last decade of life.
- He stressed the importance of taking proactive steps towards long-term health and well-being, rather than waiting until it's too late.
**Overall Message:**
High performance is not just about achieving success, but also about embracing the journey, learning from mistakes, and prioritizing long-term health and happiness. It's about understanding that our reaction to the world around us is more important than the things that happen to us.