Brian Johnson summarizes H.A. Dorfman's mental-training principles for athletes. Confidence comes from preparation and repetition. Focus on what you control: effort, attitude, preparation. Mental toughness is a choice you make moment by moment.
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Today's book Coaching the mental game by H.A. dorfman Harvey Dorfman. A legendary guide for athletes and high performers that shows how to train the mind like the body on purpose. Everyday Phenomenal book. Here's your one minute summary. Confidence is earned, not given. It comes from preparation, repetition and self control, not hype or ego. Thoughts drive performance. Discipline your internal dialogue. Speak to yourself like a coach, not a critic. Focus on what you control. You can't control outcomes, but you can control effort, attitude and preparation. Consistency beats intensity. High performers don't rely on motivation. They build habits that show up under pressure. And mental toughness is a choice. It's not something you're born with, it's something you commit to. Moment, moment by moment. Master your mind. Master your craft. What's one way you'll train the mental game today.