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Published Dec 20, 2021

If You Want To MANIFEST Any Goal You Have, WATCH THIS! | Shaun White & Lewis Howes

Olympic champion Shaun White delves into his inspiring journey of mental resilience and physical resilience, emphasizing the power of a positive mindset, team support, and spiritual growth in achieving personal and professional success.
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  • Mental Resilience

    Shaun White's mental resilience has been a cornerstone of his success in snowboarding. He explains how taking time for personal interests outside of snowboarding enhances his performance, as it keeps him motivated and enthusiastic when he returns to the sport 1. Shaun also discusses the importance of separating self-worth from competition results, acknowledging that while winning drives improvement, it shouldn't define happiness 2. He emphasizes the fulfillment that comes from setting and achieving goals, which has kept him engaged in the sport 3.

    It's not that I'm just there to have a good time...the fulfillment comes when you have a goal and you actually make strides to get to that place and achieve that goal.

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    This mindset has allowed him to maintain a long and successful career.

       

    Physical Setbacks

    Shaun White has faced significant physical setbacks, yet his ability to overcome them is remarkable. After a severe crash in New Zealand, which resulted in 62 stitches and a pulmonary lung contusion, he had to rebuild his confidence and skills 4. Despite these challenges, Shaun managed to execute a winning run at the Olympics, demonstrating his resilience and determination 5. His strategy involved waiting for the perfect conditions to attempt the trick that had previously injured him, showcasing his patience and strategic planning 6.

    I had to make this pact with myself. I was like, okay, I'm not going to do the trick until I'm ready to do it.

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    This approach highlights his commitment to safety and excellence.

       

    Coping with Loss

    Shaun White's approach to coping with loss involves embracing setbacks as opportunities for growth. He reflects on how losing can be the best thing that happens, as it allows for personal development and time to reconnect with other aspects of life 7. Shaun identifies triggers from his past that have influenced his reactions to loss, emphasizing the importance of understanding these triggers to manage them better 8. His ability to turn a seemingly hopeless situation into a victory, as demonstrated by his perfect score run from last place, underscores his resilience and adaptability 9.

    I was like, I'll make this the best thing that's ever happened to me.

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    This mindset has been crucial in his journey.

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