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The following post is an excerpt from The Art of Exceeding
The Morning Mastery Plan: The Mind and Body Connection
You’ve already experienced the mind-body connection. Constant worrying over outcomes is stressful. Under pressure in competition, your outcome desires cause tense muscles and cause stomach problems. You have three control centers:
- Your brain controls your thinking.
- Your gut drives your feelings.
- Your heart is your grit.
These are all connected to your body via the nervous system.
Let’s explore the synergy that sets the stage for more proactivity in your athletic training. Here, we’ll uncover the secrets to creating a mindset that can handle the pressures found in high-performance sports.
1 The Mind-Body Connection
The concept of mind-body connection is not just a philosophical idea; it’s a scientific reality. Your mental and emotional state influences your physical health, and vice versa. Your morning mastery routine nurtures this connection, ensuring that your mind and body are harmonious throughout the day.
2 Mental Super Powers
Engaging in morning mental practices creates both mental and emotional strength. These superpowers lead to enhanced focus, better decision-making, reduced stress, and increased overall energy levels throughout the day.
3 Morning Mindfulness
Mindfulness is a cornerstone of athletic performance. Dedicate time to mindfulness in your morning routine. This practice anchors you in the present, reducing anxiety about the future and regrets about the past.
4 Emotional Intelligence
Morning routines also boost emotional intelligence, allowing you to navigate challenges with greater composure and empathy. Adopting these new habits changes your mental landscape and creates a foundation of emotional resilience.
The morning reset requires accountability and planning. It is rooted in deep intentions to improve. By nurturing your physical, mental, and emotional components, you create a foundation supporting you in all areas of life. The practices you engage in during your morning routine set the stage for a deep sense of accomplishment.
YOUR TAKEAWAY CHALLENGE
Mindfulness is the ability to stay focused in the present. Sustaining present-moment awareness is one of the cornerstones of peak performance. Athletes fall out of focus when anxious about the future or frustrated about the past. Practice controlling your focus because were your thoughts go your energy flows.
