“Falling Forward” Into The Big Leagues with Myles Smith

“Falling Forward” Into The Big Leagues with Myles Smith

Author: Aaron Wexler December 26, 2024 Duration: 1:08:17

Episode 90: Featuring Myles Smith - Myles is an electrifying outfielder, drafted in the 7th round by THE CINCINNATI REDS in this year's MLP draft. He's the 2024 Big West Field Player of the Year, Three-time Big West Field Player of the Week and has earned a ABCA/Rawlings West All-Region First Team honor

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⏰ Timestamps for Easy Navigation:

0:00 - Introduction

1:55 - What inspired living is

3:02 - The inspired athlete

9:17 - Getting drafted

13:47 - The mindset

19:22 - Book Promotion

20:20 - Anxiety in sports

25:29 - Stretchlyfe Ad

26:39 - Social media

29:07 - Motivation

32:26 - The concept of falling forward

38:41 - The Spirituality

44:08 - The alignment

48:45 - Sharing hope

54:16 - Creating a healthy detachment

56:39 - Flow state and visualization

1:04:50 - The concept of fulfillment

1:07:05 - Outro


Hosted by Aaron Wexler, Within The Game explores the shared mental frameworks of high performers, whether they're on the field, in the boardroom, or navigating daily life. This isn't a typical interview show; it's a deep, practical conversation about the specific, often overlooked tools that fuel sustained inspiration and success. Each episode features candid discussions with a diverse range of guests, from Olympic champions and professional athletes to seasoned coaches and innovative entrepreneurs. The focus is always on the tangible: the routines, mindset shifts, and personal philosophies they actively use to excel under pressure and find meaning in their work. You'll hear how a coach visualizes a game plan, the way an entrepreneur reframes failure, or the mental ritual an athlete relies on before a crucial moment. The aim is to unpack these accessible strategies, demonstrating that the discipline for peak performance isn't confined to a stadium or an office-it's a transferable skill set. By listening to this podcast, you gain a behind-the-scenes look at the psychology of excellence, offering actionable insights that can be applied to your own goals and challenges. It’s about understanding the internal mechanics that drive external results, providing a resource for anyone looking to cultivate resilience, creativity, and a more inspired approach to their own game, whatever that may be.
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