When Kobe Bryant said his insane level of confidence came from knowing he done all he could to prepare, it taught me that anytime I'm nervous it means I didn't prepare enough.
Average is acceptable.
Until you decide you want to be great.
“There’s no problem with average. Except in my business.” — Curt Cignetti 🔥
Excellence requires a different standard.
Raise it. Live it. Never settle.
Pressure doesn't expose your talent. It exposes your habits.
When the moment gets big, you don't suddenly become more disciplined, focused, or prepared.
You become exactly what you've practiced being.
You can't train occasionally and expect to deliver consistently.