Today’s episode is another reality check. Caring too much about what others think will be the main factor of your downfall. At the end of the day, it’s just you. Don’t care about their opinions… They’re not YOU.

Episode 117 Time Stamps:

(3:30) Why you should read

(4:50) We have a human need to be accepted and loved

(5:33) The evils of social media

(6:26) We have it made easy in this day and age)

(7:48) Convenience has made us emotionally soft!

(9:00) Caring too much about what other people think...

(9:10) Not going as hard, because it makes others feel uncomfortable

(10:58) Failure within team communication, to avoid being "that guy"

(11:43) Indecisive of future plans, to avoid upsetting parents/coaches/others

(12:33) Muting your own voice to avoid conflict

(12:50) Accept things that you don't agree with, to avoid upsetting people

(13:58) People don't really care about your decisions/actions

(14:30) You just might be making them look bad...

(15:00) Everyone else actually cares about what YOU think (a little too much)

(15:08) People are waiting for a LEADER!

(16:02) What is your outcome?

(17:10) You will remain very average (continuing to care what other people think)

(17:46) Evolving into a "hater"

(19:36) Taking out your frustrations out on everything

(20:34) If I cared too much about what others thought about my podcast, where would I be now?

(22:10) Your respect. Your trust.

Coaches will run their teams differently than others. Some still believe in the traditional, “yelling coach” method to instill lessons in their players more effectively. If this situation applies to you, you must deal with it the right way. Don’t allow discouragement to seep in. Control your play. Fight for YOUR power!

Episode 116 Time Stamps:

(3:11) My experience with coaching, in the NFL

(8:00) Do you have a relatable coach?

(8:45) Brief reality check!

(9:17) Many coaches are simply, bad

(9:50) They rarely receive leadership advice

(10:14) Weak, fragile egos

(11:21) Old-school coaching

(12:13) Handling your coach...

(14:50) Having the right mentality (G-Code)

(15:42) Conflict is not bad; it's necessary

(16:11) A yelling coach doesn't translate to you being a bad player

(16:46) Coaches expect mistakes to happen

(17:15) Mistakes aren't a bad thing

(17:58) Attach meaning to your coach's yelling

(18:36) You will be controlled if you don't apply your unique meaning

(19:50) Life example: Firefighting

(21:55) Anticipate various responses to your actions

(22:18) Decide to play, in spite of anxiety

(22:55) Identify your mistakes

(23:30) Get a training routine for improvement

(26:36) Show respect by simply, listening

(27:12) Approach your coach at the right time

(30:12) Never give them power!

Look... You know what you want. The real question is, do you DESERVE, what you want? Are you putting in that real work? Talk is cheap nowadays. Actions speak louder than words. Go out and get it.

Get Ya Mind Right!

You must accept and embrace the reality that you’re never gonna be “good enough”. Today’s episode is another reality check, to remind you of your hunger that you must ALWAYS carry with you. The minute you satisfy your hunger, the desire to pursue slowly dissolves... Check yourself!

Episode 115 Time Stamps:

(4:12) We are all meant to be GREAT

(9:10) You have a GIFT (but it can be a curse...)

(11:14) The hunger will always be there

(14:32) Recognizing your improvement

(14:50) Go out and play. Analyze later.

(15:13) Forgive yourself easily, for mistakes.

(16:57) Have grace on yourself by understanding your mistakes and weaknesses.

(18:33) Enjoy yourself!

I remember Sean Payton reminding the whole squad to keep their eyes on the prize: “Don’t eat the cheese!” Success will eat you up before you know it. Pay attention to your character as you approach your biggest milestones... Are you remaining true to yourself, or do you become someone else? Today’s episode will remind you of the narrow-focus you must apply, everywhere you go. Don’t ever play yourself!

Episode 114 Time Stamps:

(4:47) Thoughts, actions, and lifestyles of a "soft athlete"

(10:27) Would you like to be this person?

(10:48) "Stay awake!"

(11:25) "Don't eat the cheese!"

(11:43) 1: Re-associate to the ultimate vision, every day

(12:46) 2: Keep an honest mentor/coach by your side at all times

(13:07) 3: Identify weaknesses that don't appear, right now

(14:51) 4: Frequently and objectively analyze your training routine, for improvement

(15:44) 5: Identify improvements, daily. Keep track!

(16:05) 6: Tell yourself that YOU GOT THE JUICE!

(16:44) 7: Remind yourself of people who had the juice, but lost it

(17:07) 8: Accept all praise, but take it with a grain of salt

(17:40) 9: Eliminate ALL vices!

Before any kind of performance, you MUST have your own pre-training visualization. There’s confidence in dominance when you know what you play for. You ready? Get Ya Mind Right!

For our third installation to the vault throwbacks, today’s episode is all about consistency. What does it take to have continuous motivation? Listen to these rules and take notes. Then review, and take ACTION. Refuse to associate with previous habits. Install new language into your vocabulary. Decide to become an influencer. CRUSH it.

A continuation from last week’s throwback from the vault, here’s part two on how to motivate yourself to do ANYTHING. It takes more than just a push. It’s a training of the mind. 7 steps. You ready?

It’s more than just the physical sport itself; our most dominant athletes remain spiritual on their respective fields of play. Whether gesture fits you, know that God is among us, and not just above.

Get Ya Mind Right!

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Today’s episode is a throwback from the vault. Wanna know how to beat the slack? Avoid hitting that snooze button. Get up, and get after the tasks that are the toughest to follow through with. Find pleasure within the pain. Let’s go.

DISCOVER

Today's blog post can be found here: Episode #111 Blog

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When it comes to finding the right mentor, you must consider these important questions. At the end of the day, you’re in complete control of building your true identity. With that being said, you may need to evaluate your current sources of wisdom. Take notes... Take ACTION!

Episode 110 Time Stamps:

(2:31) Your environment deeply affects what you think and how you act

(4:11) No one is immune to the power of your environment

(7:00) A reality check, about your current surroundings

(8:40) Willingness, and a commitment to growing at a fast rate = a dominant athlete's best trait

(11:03) The essential qualities of a mentor

(13:46) There are no exceptions for "blind" advice

(15:21) The proper mindset to have before seeking a mentor...

(15:28) Assume that it's better to learn from those who've done it already

(16:16) A mentor isn't someone who tells you what to do. YOU are the decision-maker.

(17:05) What a mentor is, in my opinion

(17:50) There's no human that's inherently 'better' than you

(19:12) Don't think that people are 'perfect'

(20:00) A mentor is an influencer of your standards; not a creator

(21:22) Family and friends shouldn't naturally become your mentor

(22:10) Not everything that a good mentor does, should be emulated

(23:15) HOW TO FIND A MENTOR

(23:29) #1: Identify specific areas and skills that you want to master

(24:16) #2: Research the top 3 prospective mentors in your category (globally)

(24:46) #3: Buy their books or programs, and learn as much as possible

(25:20) #3.5: Identify the top 3 prospective mentors in your category (in your area)

(25:55) PRO TIP: Put their skills into practice and share your results with them

(27:41) #4: Repetition! | "50th Law" by Robert Greene & 50 Cent

(29:22) Identify a current mentor, and evaluate these questions...

(30:05) Why do you listen to your current mentor?

(30:45) What have they done, that YOU want to do?

(31:04) What's their advice/perspective coming from?

(32:06) Do they deserve to sound as sure as they are?

(32:22) What are their 'fruits'?

DISCOVER

Today's blog post can be found here: Episode #110 Blog

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Robert Greene & 50 Cent's book: "50th Law"

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As a rookie firefighter, you're responsible for people's lives when danger calls. With today's throwback affirmation that I made for myself in 2014, apply it to yourself and your sport.

Get Ya Mind Right!

Knowing the answer to a difficult question requires confidence, and certainty. With reflection upon characteristics among today's most dominant athletes, this episode will prepare you for your success. No longer will you be unsure of your path. You will respond to questions without hesitance. Let's GO!

Episode 109 Time Stamps:

(4:28) A common theme among successful people: They know the answers

(5:29) Question #1: What does SUCCESS mean to you?

(8:08) Niyi's definition of "success"

(11:05) Question #2: What does FAILURE mean to you?

(11:58) Niyi's thoughts on "failure"

(14:23) Question #3: WHY do you play your sport?

(16:19) Reasons why some athletes choose to play their sport...

(20:35) If you choose success, this is your homework!

(20:20) Email me at niyi.sobo@gmail.com - I want to hear from you!

DISCOVER

Today's blog post can be found here: Episode #109 Blog

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Thanks for listening to another IMNOTYOU Sports Motivation Podcast!

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