Why having self-doubt is normal and how preparation and perspective are key, with the six-time Olympic gold medalist.

Having won six Olympic gold medals during a dazzling cycling career, becoming World Champion 11 times, Hoy is perfectly placed to explain how to develop the right attitude.

He explains why looking a fear of failure in the face can be utterly transformative, and how thoughts of winning and losing create pressure. 

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The power of accepting yourself and letting go of the need for approval.

Billy Monger is a racing driver who, after having both his legs amputated after a crash, was back behind the wheel of a car within a year.

Since the accident, he has been thrust into the limelight, but he has not lost sight of what is important; positivity, kindness and authenticity. 

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Exploring your own limits and trusting your own judgement with the England cricketer and World Cup winner.

One of England’s greatest cricketers and an integral member of the team that won the World Cup in 2019, Buttler tells how staying in touch with the childlike enthusiasm for what you are doing and by taking delight in exploring your own limits you can tap into your deepest potential.

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Why being true to yourself is vital to success and happiness with Wales rugby legend

‘Being true to yourself’ is something Warburton values highly – and it can as simple as saying no to something that doesn’t feel right, he explains in this episode.

The former Wales rugby captain also talks about the importance of knowing yourself and keeping your personal standards as high as possible, the benefit in getting out of your comfort zone, how confidence comes from proper preparation, why facing adversity in life is important, the importance of manners and respect, and how often less is more.  

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Being willing to throw yourself into something without any guarantee of a successful outcome – with the former Special Forces soldier.

Ollerton is a former Special Forces soldier turned TV star and author who passed the SAS's gruelling six-month selection process – testing his physical and mental endurance to the limit – before spending six years with the SBS.

But it was after leaving the special forces that he came unstuck; the process of getting himself back on track informed many of the life lessons he holds dear, including courage, motivation, purpose, self-doubt and ego.  

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How to address insomnia and anxious thoughts with the Sleep School founder

Meadows uses an approach known as ACT - Acceptance and Commitment Therapy - which teaches you to relate to your uncomfortable feeling and emotions in an often counter-intuitive way. (ACT has helped a number of top sportspeople including Sir Alastair Cook, who talked about it in our earlier episode).

This approach is a powerful tool for addressing anxiety in all areas of life. 

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How to overcome fear with the legendary Free Solo climber and Oscar winner

As the saying goes, there’s nothing to fear but fear itself. In this episode, free solo climber Honnold, the man who scaled a 3000 foot vertical cliff without ropes, discusses fear and how to overcome it. His conquering of the awe inspiring El Capitan in America has been described as ‘one of the greatest athletic feats of any kind, ever’ – it was so impressive, they made an Oscar winning film about it called Free Solo. As Honnold recalls his legendary climb, he shares the importance of preparation and visualisation and tells why incremental practice can be used to overcome just about any fear, including social anxiety and fear of public speaking.

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The importance of a positive outlook in achieving success is crucial, according to legendary jockey Dettori.

While he tells us he aims to be in a positive frame of mind every time he leaves the house, which has contributed to his remarkable longevity, he says it also has a tangible effect on his horses, who can sense the frame of mind he is in and react accordingly.

That may well explain how he famously managed to win all seven races in one day at Ascot in 1996, when he lost his sense of 'self' on what was his final ride of the day…

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Why all the greats have hard work in common, with the England cricket legend.

As well as being England captain, Cook was one of the most prolific batsmen cricket has ever seen.

He remains England's most capped player, and is still their leading run scorer in Test matches – and he says it is in a big way down to his work ethic.

Here, he gives us tips on managing our inner critics, tells why all the greats have hard work in common, and explains why he would intentionally make himself uncomfortable in training.

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Setting a positive example with former Team GB hockey captain and Olympic gold medal winner Kate Richardson-Walsh.

As Team GB hockey captain, Richardson-Walsh captained the UK to a historic gold medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics.

She talks about actively seeking out other people to learn from, the importance of having tough conversations, and explains why it’s worth finding out how you react to pressure. 

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