This interview with Tiger Woods, on ESPN, provides an excellent look into the issues that professional athletes deal with. While he is in a class by himself he discusses issues that can affect athletes, professional and amateur alike, and even people who have jobs that require a lot of time. So often we view athletes as people who only have to deal performance concerns but as you know life is much more complicated than that.
Key points to watch for:
He discusses that his practice schedule has changed due to having a child. While he cannot practice as much, it has forced him to be more deliberate and focused during his practice. It’s a good reminder that practice is not simply about how much time you take but more about how you practice. Being creative in your practice can be very beneficial.
He addresses the social responsibility of athletes. His words focus on how being political is not the only way to be socially proactive. He understands he is potentially in a position of “power ” so instead he focuses on areas he can control.
He also discusses what he struggled with at the US Open. His ability to self-analyze is a skill that athletes and others need to always work on. Self-analysis is not about being critical. It is about being able to recognize a problem and then be able to work on the issue in a productive way.
Enjoy the video!
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