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Podcast: Finding Mastery with Dr. Michael Gervais
Episode: Day 10 – Family, Friends, Focus: An Olympian’s Challenge | The Game Inside the Games
Description: In the high-pressure world of elite sport, the unwavering support of loved ones can be both a powerful boost and a perilous distraction.In this episode of The Game Inside The Games, Nastia Liukin and Dr. Michael Gervais explore the significant impact that family and friends can have on an athlete’s performance at The Games. They discuss how the presence of loved ones, while a vital source of encouragement, can also become a significant distraction that impacts focus and performance.For athletes, The Games represent the pinnacle of their careers—a moment that requires comp...