Nic White has lived the highs and lows of professional rugby. The Wallabies scrum-half with over 70 Test caps has played all over the world, won trophies in Europe, and helped Australia to famous victories — including beating the British & Irish Lions and breaking South Africa’s 62-year Ellis Park hoodoo.In this episode, Nic opens up about announcing his retirement only to be called back days later, the pressure of representing Australia during tough times, and the lessons he’s learned from both success and failure. He shares candid stories about the realities of professional sport, the importance of family, the transition athletes face after retirement, and what resilience really looks like on and off the field.Whether you’re a rugby fan or just someone chasing your own “abnormal” goals, this conversation is packed with honesty, inspiration, and life lessons.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Nic White

00:58 Reflections on Retirement

03:58 The Emotional Farewell

09:18 The Pressure of Performance

14:28 Navigating Team Dynamics

18:20 The Low Points of 2023

21:54 Finding Balance in Life

27:01 Future Plans Beyond Rugby

32:21 The Excitement of Coaching

34:20 The Reality of Parenting and Coaching

36:41 Transitioning from Player to Coach

39:52 Team Dynamics and Personal Growth

42:37 Traits of Top Performers

45:54 The Difference Between Great and World-Class Players

49:47 Lessons from a High-Performance Career

52:39 Mindset Shifts in Performance

56:08 Feedback and Communication in High-Pressure Environments

01:02:01 Balancing Process and Results

01:05:53 Advice for Achieving Abnormal Goals