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EPISODE · Apr 3, 2026 · 1H 5M

Ep 190 - David Galbraith - The 15,000 Feet Moment: How Everyone Has a Moment of Terror and How It Can Transform Your Life

from Talking Performance · host Jay Carter

In this conversation, David Galbraith and I explore how courage, mindset, and the metaphor of the handbrake influence personal and team performance across sports, leadership, and everyday life. DG emphasizes the importance of psychological layers, cultural alignment, and coaching as key drivers of excellence. A pivotal moment in the discussion is David's skydiving experience, which serves as a powerful metaphor for confronting fears and unlocking true courage. *Davids Audio drops out for the last minute so it appears that I am talking to myself but it really is just goodbye and you will get the gist of it!Key Topics:The metaphor of the handbrake: understanding mental restraint in high performance.The role of courage as a decision: moving from fear to freedom.Insights from skydiving as a reflection of living unconsciously vs consciously.Building resilience and harmony between fear and energy using scientific insights.The impact of coaching and culture on team and individual responses under pressure.Strategies for leaders and coaches to create environments of empowerment and responsibility.Differentiating goals and targets: strategic thinking for success.The importance of layered learning and staged exposure, like skydiving, to develop confidence.Practical ways to apply mental and emotional layers in work, sport, and life.Cultivating leadership that fosters legacy and independence.Send us Fan MailSupport the showhttps://talkingperformancepod.com/

In this conversation, David Galbraith and I explore how courage, mindset, and the metaphor of the handbrake influence personal and team performance across sports, leadership, and everyday life. DG emphasizes the importance of psychological layers, cultural alignment, and coaching as key drivers of excellence. A pivotal moment in the discussion is David's skydiving experience, which serves as a powerful metaphor for confronting fears and unlocking true courage. *Davids Audio drops out for the ...

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