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100 Things That Get You to Green

September 18, 20261 min read

Why do some athletes deliver when the pressure is high?

It's not luck. It's not an accident.

High performance is a choice we make every day.

There's a myth that being clutch is a gene. In reality, it's the systems you create.

Mentally fit athletes are self-aware. They're aware of what it takes to get to green. They know exactly what creates a state of flow.

This week's List of 100:

Write down 100 things that get you to green.

Not just things that help in the moment, but the long-term actions and systems that lead to green.

Sleep. Physical preparation. Your pre-game routine. Nutrition. Hydration. And most importantly, how you talk to yourself when you're aware you're in red.

Getting into a state of flow is something an athlete can learn to recreate.

It takes awareness—and it takes practice.

You don't need all 100 right now. Start with just 10 today.

In fact, it may be even better to do 10 a day. It stretches out the process and grows your awareness.

So what's one thing on your list that you know helps you perform?

Want to learn unique ways to make it happen?

Reach out for one-on-one coaching, a team training, or a keynote.


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