#027 - George Mumford - Changing Your Life's Path & Building The Minds Of Michael Jordan And Kobe Bryant

George Mumford's journey from the depths of addiction to becoming a pivotal mindfulness coach for sports legends is nothing short of extraordinary. Mumford reveals how mindfulness became his lifeline, propelling him from substance abuse to discovering his authentic self and becoming a sought-after mental performance coach. Uncover the transformative techniques that not only saved Mumford's life but also shaped the legendary careers of Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant. Learn how Mumford focuses on nurturing the whole person, not just the athlete, as he shares intimate insights into his work with elite teams and individuals. He unveils the secret ingredients that fuel the insatiable drive of sports' greatest icons. Prepare to be inspired as we explore mindfulness's power in unlocking human potential, in competition and in life.Timestamps:00:00 Intro05:07 Relationship with Drugs and Alcohol10:03 Rehab Process13:03 The Mind-Body Connection and Overcoming Physical Pain25:00 Releasing Suffering and Finding Purpose36:21 Living a Double Life and Making a Shift45:19 Teaching and Helping Others46:58 Forgetting Oneself to Find Oneself49:32 Impact of Being Roommates with Julius Erving54:39 Phil Jackson Bringing George to Work with the Chicago Bulls57:27 Wellness Leads to Winning1:10:10 What Makes Michael Jordan Special1:17:17 What Made Kobe Bryant Different1:22:33 Why George Could Connect Deeply with MJ & Kobe01:25:45 Focusing on the Present MomentSend us Fan MailThank you so much for listening. I truly appreciate your time and support. Let me know what you thought of the episode and what you would like to see in the future. Any feedback would be awesome. Don't forget to subscribe for more exciting content on YouTube, and leave a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or whatever platform you are listening on. Connect with me below:Instagram: Tim DoyleYoutube: Soulture