S2E1 Rolling with the pressure
Summary
Amber and Ryan Hoover explore the art of problem solving under pressure, drawing parallels between jiu-jitsu and real-life challenges. They discuss the importance of mindset, embracing failure, and the learning process, emphasizing that understanding the journey is crucial for growth.
The conversation highlights the significance of persistence, patience, and the ability to adapt in stressful situations, whether in combat sports, business, or parenting. Through anecdotes and insights, they illustrate how high achievers navigate challenges and thrive under pressure, ultimately encouraging listeners to embrace the process of learning and problem-solving.
Takeaways
Problem solving under pressure is a skill that can be developed.
Embracing failure is essential for growth and learning.
Mindset plays a crucial role in how we handle stress.
Experience helps in navigating challenges effectively.
The process of learning is often more important than the answer.
Persistence and patience are key in problem-solving situations.
Understanding the 'why' behind actions leads to better outcomes.
High achievers often thrive in stressful environments.
Clarification and careful modeling are important in learning.
Every challenge presents an opportunity for growth.
Resources
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Book Recommendation
The Gap and the Gain by Dan Sullivan
Links for More Information
Friends - Smoke Detector Episode: https://youtu.be/4tkY08MhfoU?si=hW2fvwe8yG0x4vL9
11 Puzzles for Creative Thinking: https://www.mindtools.com/blog/solve-these-puzzles/
Mild Stress and Problem-Solving: https://www.jstor.org/stable/1420494?read-now=1&seq=8#page_scan_tab_contents
Threshold Concepts in the Development of Problem-Solving Skills: https://www.jstor.org/stable/pdf/10.2979/teachlearninqu.3.1.63.pdf?refreqid=fastly-default%3Aca6714baf04cdd4d32257a74187223d9&ab_segments=0%2Fbasic_search_gsv2%2Fcontrol&initiator=&acceptTC=1
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Problem Solving Under Pressure
05:13 Embracing Failure as a Learning Tool
10:29 Performing Under Pressure: Nature vs. Nurture
16:10 The Role of Patience and Persistence in Problem Solving
26:20 Navigating Complexity in Jiu-Jitsu and Life
32:50 Patience and Persistence in Learning
39:28 The Shift to Careful Modeling in Problem Solving
44:23 Coaching at a High Level