How to find success without losing yourself – Simon Mundie #309

How to find success without losing yourself – Simon Mundie #309

Author: Karl Morris May 17, 2024 Duration: 50:23

On today's show we have former BBC sports presenter Simon Mundie who has recently released a tremendous book called 'How to find success without losing yourself'

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Simon has spent many years interviewing and being around some of the greatest names in sport.

People who have achieved what others may think as being the 'ultimate' experience

Yet often he detected there was an underlying dissatisfaction

Champion Thinking is a counter to the 'success evangelism' that is so prevalent.

Typically, we think we'll be happy when X happens (the job, house, relationship, World Cup win, Olympic gold medal). However, frequently people reach the top of their success Everest and feel underwhelmed or even empty.

But the experience of flow is inherently enjoyable. Why is that? Because as thoughts about past and future drop away, so does our identity and sense of self. And we love it when that happens! The trophy is just a symbol of that moment. That's why we love losing ourselves – in sport, music, conversation, books, dance – the portals are vast.

While we think we want to become a 'somebody', we are happiest when we experience being 'nobody'. On that level, we are always at peace, whole and fulfilled. The trick then is to embody this recognition, even when we are not 'in flow', and this book can show you how.

This is a great conversation exploring some of the deeper topics around our experience.

  • What is 'non duality'?
  • How can we incorporate this in our everyday life?
  • What is the difference between our 'thinking mind' and our 'observing mind'?
  • How to create some separation from our thoughts so we don't get so caught up in the content of our thinking
  • What are the best way to set goals?
  • What does make us truly happy?
  • A really thought provoking session from someone who has been able to see through the illusion of 'I will be happy when"

To find out more about Simon and his book and podcast:

https://www.simonmundie.com/book

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C Champion Thinking is a counter to the 'success evangelism' that is so prevalent.

Typically, we think we'll be happy when X happens (the job, house, relationship, World Cup win, Olympic gold medal). However, frequently people reach the top of their success Everest and feel underwhelmed or even empty. 

But the experience of flow is inherently enjoyable. Why is that? Because as thoughts about past and future drop away, so does our identity and sense of self. And we love it when that happens! The trophy is just a symbol of that moment. That's why we love losing ourselves – in sport, music, conversation, books, dance – the portals are vast.

While we think we want to become a 'somebody', we are happiest when we experience being 'nobody'. On that level, we are always at peace, whole and fulfilled. The trick then is to embody this recognition, even when we are not 'in flow', and this book cg is a counter to the 'success evangelism' that is so prevalent.

Typically, we think we'll be happy when X happens (the job, house, relationship, World Cup win, Olympic gold medal). However, frequently people reach the top of their success Everest and feel underwhelmed or even empty. 

But the experience of flow is inherently enjoyable. Why is that? Because as thoughts about past and future drop away, so does our identity and sense of self. And we love it when that happens! The trophy is just a symbol of that moment. That's why we love losing ourselves – in sport, music, conversation, books, dance – the portals are vast.

While we think we want to become a 'somebody', we are happiest when we experience being 'nobody'. On that level, we are always at peace, whole and fulfilled. The trick then is to embody this recognition, even when we are not 'in flow', and this book can show you how.

 


Karl Morris has spent years working as a performance coach with some of the best golfers in Europe, and in Mind Caddie-Improve Your Mental Golf Game, he shares that expertise directly with you. This isn't just about swing thoughts or technical fixes; it's a deep, practical exploration of the psychology that dictates performance on the course. The conversation moves beyond simple positive thinking to address the real challenges players face: handling frustration after a bad hole, maintaining focus over eighteen holes, and building a resilient confidence that doesn't vanish under tournament pressure. Each episode feels like a personal session, breaking down the mental frameworks used by tour professionals into actionable strategies for any committed player. You'll hear discussions on managing expectations, creating effective pre-shot routines, and understanding how your brain can be your greatest asset or your biggest obstacle. The aim is to provide the tools that help you access your best game more often, turning those range sessions into reliable performance when it truly counts. Tune into this podcast for honest, nuanced talks that get to the heart of why we play the way we do, offering a distinct advantage that has nothing to do with new equipment and everything to do with the space between your ears.
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