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Published Oct 19, 2016

Maria Sharapova on Becoming a Champion with Lewis Howes

Maria Sharapova delves into her journey of becoming a tennis champion, sharing deep insights into mental toughness, resilience, and adaptability. She also explores her life beyond the sport, balancing entrepreneurial ventures and personal growth.
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  • Adaptability

    highlights exceptional adaptability and how it has positively impacted their coaching relationship. He shares that her ability to shift focus seamlessly from the court to media engagements is phenomenal 1. Sven also praises her stubbornness, viewing it as a strength that drives her to excel and inspires those around her 2.

    Her ability to shift is phenomenal in competition, but also off-court from sponsor to the media.

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    Sven is proud of Maria's growth and resilience, especially during challenging times, which has motivated the entire team 2.

       

    Resilience

    reflects on her personal journey of embracing uncertainty and overcoming adversity. She shares how facing one of her toughest injuries taught her that we can handle anything life throws at us, even if it seems insurmountable at first 3. Maria emphasizes the importance of taking action and not letting challenges define us 4.

    You build this strength inside of you to get through it.

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    Her experiences have helped her grow mentally and emotionally, allowing her to find strength in difficult times 5.

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