In this episode, I share two powerful traits I’ve seen in the world’s top performers—from elite Taekwondo athletes to high achievers in everyday life. It all starts with a spontaneous 50-hour trip to Barcelona to coach “one last time,” and what unfolded there reminded me of what truly separates those who win from those who just show up. I break down what mental toughness really means—showing up as your best, no matter the circumstances—and how to audit yourself with one simple question. Then I dive into the second key: unshakeable self-belief, the quiet confidence that changes how you perform and recover, even when you don’t take home the gold.

Timestamps:

(00:00 ) Intro

(02:48 ) 50-hour Barcelona coaching sprint

(04:33 ) Defining true mental toughness

(06:42 ) How to self-audit performance

(08:27 ) Power of unshakeable belief

Welcome to the LFG Energy podcast! Your host, Arjun Dhingra, is a two-time Taekwondo world champion and the former Team USA co-head coach. He is a 23-year mortgage veteran of the industry who loves influencing change in people.

This podcast is about the stories and lessons of those who have had their backs against the wall and have ultimately overcome. Former Olympians, coaches, entrepreneurs, and incredible human beings will share their experiences of resilience and beating the odds in spite of adversity so that you too can learn to start doing the same in your life.

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