TLP215: Losses and Setbacks as Turning Points

As a sports psychologist, Dr. Jerry Lynch works with world-renowned coaches and athletes. He's incorporated the teachings of a wide variety of different philosophies – from Eastern thought to Christian mysticism. Jerry shares stories of how to reframe your narrative, and use meditation to achieve both high performance and a relaxed state. Key Takeaways [7:50] Jerry provides an example of why you shouldn't focus on winning 100%, but instead focus on why you want to win the day. It takes pressure off the team. [10:55] Losing is, in many ways, winning. [13:30] Mistakes are a great learning point, but they can also kill you in war and other acts of conflict. [14:25] Focus on what you can control. When you're relaxed you have the ability to perform at higher levels. [16:15] Jerry shares stories of his father and his leadership capabilities. [18:15] Jerry was faced with his first leadership lesson when he was 25 years old and in the Navy. [20:15] Positivity is a critical piece to building a championship culture. [23:05] Jerry was starstruck by basketball coach Dean Smith (then retired), but Coach Smith had all the time in the world to answer his questions. Dean had a power of influence that moved Dr. Jerry. [33:35] Many athletes, Like Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant, have used mediation to help them win. [36:45] Coaching is a profession of love. [40:00] There's a lot of fear in our environment. Fear breaks down our immune system and health. Win the day is about faith. Let's look at faith rather than fear. [43:45] Remember: Champion is a state of mind. Quotable Quotes "From our losses and our setbacks, we become better athletes." "The great teams that I've worked with, they had a way of going into battle and winning the battle before the war began by focusing on what they can control." "Your power of influence is so strong and it changes lives, it allows people to realize their full potential." "I want to feel my energy, I want to feel so connected to the work that I'm doing, the work that's ahead of me, that you can feel it too." "Coaching is a profession of love. You can't coach athletes unless you love them, when you do, you win the day." "Let's look at faith rather than fear." Resources Mentioned Website Dr. Jerry's book: Win the Day: Building and Sustain a Championship Culture Coaching with Heart: Taoist Wisdom to Inspire, Empower, and Lead in Sports & Life The Infinite Game, by Simon Sinek The Tao of Leadership: Lao Tzu's Tao Te Ching Adapted for a New Age, by John Heider Jim Thompson Phil Jackson Dean Smith The Audacity of Hope: Thoughts on Reclaiming the American Dream, by Barack Obama The Leadership Podcast is Sponsored by: Cultivate Grit. Amplify Action. Investing in yourself isn't selfish. Click HERE to get gritty! Free downloads of Quick Reference Guides on Delegation, Time Management, Sales, and more.