Can symbols and codes help shape elite performance?
Exponentially.
Let me tell you a story.
In the early 90s, NBA superstar Michael Jordan added a unique element to his practice routine.
He used to wear his University of North Carolina shorts underneath his Bulls shorts.
Why? Because the UNC symbolized his start, that fuel and drive that got him to where he was.
The code kept him focused.
Another example: athletes have been using the reticular activating system (RAS) for years.
RAS is like a traffic controller for your brain. It filters out unnecessary information to focus on what's important.
In short, mental rehearsal.
And mental rehearsal works because when your brain sees something repeatedly, it makes your body feel like it's experiencing it actually.
So if you're trying to improve your performance:
1. Use symbols or codes to stay focused.
2. Use mental rehearsal to visualize and feel success.
Elite performance is a state of mind as much as it is a physical . Use your mind to conquer both.