Brain Break

Brain Break

Author: Jeremy Snape August 17, 2023 Duration: 13:44

In this episode, I pick some key insights from the Sporting Edge Digital Library about the effects of chronic stress and the need for recovery periods to sustain high performance. Tune in as experts share their personal experiences and insights on managing stress, prioritising well-being, and taking breaks to clear the mind.

You will hear from:

  • John Coates: former Wall Street trader turned neurobiologist
  • Anna Hemmings: Six time world champion kayaker, two time Olympian, and now a world class keynote speaker
  • Nasser Hussain: British cricket commentator and former cricketer who captained the England cricket team 1999 - 2003
  • Rahaf Harfoush: Digital Anthropologist and New York Times Best Selling Author


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What does it actually take to perform at the very highest level? That’s the question driving Inside the Mind of Champions, hosted by former England cricketer Jeremy Snape. For a decade, Jeremy has been on a global quest to decode the psychology of success, moving far beyond the cricket pitch. His conversations aren’t just with legendary athletes and coaches; he sits down with neuroscientists, special forces operatives, top-tier business leaders, and performing artists to find the common threads in their mental frameworks. Each episode of this podcast feels like a privileged access pass, where you’ll hear firsthand accounts of pressure, resilience, and the subtle thought patterns that separate the good from the truly great. You won’t just get inspirational stories-you’ll get tangible insights into decision-making, leadership under stress, and cultivating a mindset that thrives on challenge. Whether you’re an entrepreneur facing a critical pitch, a manager building a team, or simply curious about the inner workings of excellence, this series translates the principles of championship thinking into something you can apply. Jeremy’s unique background as both an international sportsman and a performance consultant allows him to ask the nuanced questions that reveal how these exceptional individuals consistently win, create, and lead. Tune in for a deep, practical exploration of what happens behind the scenes of remarkable achievement.
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