The Obstacle Is The Way w/Ryan Holiday

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In part one of this two part series with author Ryan Holiday, we discuss his book 'The Obstacle Is The Way' including:

-What was the inspiration for writing this book?

-Did you play sports growing up?

-What do you mean by the word 'stoicism' and what does this have to do with sports?

-What did you learn when NFL teams reached out and wanted you to come and discuss your book?

-How can coaches do a better job of practicing objectivity? (pg 32)

-What do you mean by phrase 'physically tight-mentally loose'?

-What can we learn about 'steadying your nerves' from Ulysses S. Grant?

-Why does 'will' have more to do with surrender than with strength?

-What can coaches and athletes take away from learning about Abraham Lincoln's life?

-Why is 'will' the toughest of all disciplines?

-Plus more!

For show notes visit www.athletebydesign.com/theobstacleistheway