NBA Legend Chris Bosh on Becoming Great and What You Need to Sacrifice | Impact Theory
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06/01/21
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Greatness isn’t for the faint of heart but it is certainly within reach for all that want it. Chris Bosh, a former NBA player drafted in 2003, retired early after a health scare and his story gets so much more interesting from there. We dive into his new book, Letters to a Young Athlete, which is easily an instruction manual for greatness and leadership, to uncover what the process for excellence really looks like at the elite level. It comes down to the “inner game of success” and leaving it all on the table knowing you’ve reached the depths of your existence to give it your all. Order Chris Bosh’s Book, Letters to a Young Athlete: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1984881787?tag=randohouseinc47720-20
SHOW NOTES:
Self Discovery | Chris on the health issue and the struggles that created his book [1:33]
Talent Isn’t Enough | Chris explains why hard work has to go with talent for greatness [6:27]
The Process | Chris breaks down work ethic and what it takes [7:54]
Empty Light | Chris on giving everything and “scratching the depths of your soul” [9:40]
Beyond Pain | Turning potential into skills and getting through the pain [12:43]
Love It | Chris on loving the game and loving what you do from deep why [17:04]
Blame | Chris talks about how deflecting keeps you from looking within [20:14]
Perseverance | Chris on why not persevering through tough times blocks greatness [22:17]
Miami Heat Dream | Chris recalls the experience of moving to Miami Heat and Season 2 [25:46]
Teamwork | Chris on learning how to sacrifice and doing what’s best for the team [28:36]
Challenges | Chris on finding striving for your goal and finding magic in the hard work [32:13]
Beginner | Chris on being the beginner at music and starting at the bottom in new ways [35:32]
Visualize | Chris shares why visualizing has been key for his success to be self-doubt [38:21]
Confidence | Chris talks about confidence from hard work and rising to the occasion [39:33]
Mind-Body | Chris on using your body & being connected with your mind, staying active [42:13]
Criticism | Chris recalls criticism coming from Toronto and caring what others think [44:56] A
nger | Chris talks about using anger and dark energy to fuel you in a positive way [49:20]
Be Hungry | Chris talks about aspiring and not allowing yourself to be satisfied [51:40]
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