38 Dr. Nick Wadsworth: “There’s a huge distinction between High Performance and sustainable High Performance.”

Join me in a captivating conversation with Dr. Nick Wadsworth, a distinguished sports performance psychologist and director of MAP Performance Limited, where we unpack the profound influence of early life events on careers.Nick shares his inspiring evolution from a passionate young sports enthusiast to a leader in sports and corporate psychology, drawing from his transformative experiences at a Premiership Football Club and as a senior lecturer. Our dialogue takes a personal turn as we explore the impact of childhood bullying, delving into defense mechanisms and the journey toward self-compassion and authenticity.We unravel the importance of narrative analysis in high-pressure environments, highlighting the power of diverse stories and the significance of creating spaces for them to thrive. We touch on the crucial role of self-compassion and intrinsic value in decision-making, offering insights into creating resilient and high-performing cultures. Tune in for an episode brimming with wisdom on resilience, authenticity, and the transformative power of personal narratives.https://mapperformance.co.uk/https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-nick-wadsworth-20973426a/Help us improve! I'd love to get your feedback...Forging Resilience supports Save A WarriorSave A Warrior works with veterans and first responders facing complex PTSD and the reality of suicide.Through this podcast, we’re supporting their work.If you want to get behind it, you can do that by buying a bag of  Major Stoke Blend coffee. All profits go directly to Save A Warrior.Good coffee. Real conversations. Work that matters.Support the showFollow my social media accounts | LinkedIn | Instagram |