On Reactions, Mindset Flexibility, and Bamboo Trees
Mar. 03 | The 3-Point Play
BASKETBALL TIP
Six moments requiring an instant reaction:
- Turnover — Sprint immediately.
- Make a mistake — Instant hustle.
- Loose ball — Grab it and peek at the rim.
- Full court press — Get strong and precise.
- Teammate trapped — Flash towards them.
- A teammate screws up — Pick them up.
LEADERSHIP LESSON
“If I need things to be a certain way, I’m held hostage by them.”
Rugby player, Jonny Wilkinson on maintaining a mindset of flexibility.
LIFE PRINCIPLE
The journey to mastery doesn’t happen overnight. Whatever it is you’re currently pursuing, you probably need to do a little more work and give it a bit more time before you see the results you want.
Think of a bamboo tree.
It can barely be seen for the first 5 years as it builds extensive root systems underground before exploding 90 feet into the air within 6 weeks.
We all could use a bit more “bamboo mindset” in our lives.
– James Clear & Kyle Koszuta
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