How can we bring out our best? One way is by raising the stakes. In this episode of FGC Philosophy I talk about what that means and how you might be able to utilize this in gaming and in everyday life.
Show Notes
Why does having something on the line matter?
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- Increases the chance of better performance
- Be more aware of your surroundings
- Improved:
- Focus
- awareness/consciousness
What is Focus and why does it matter??
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- Definition:
- Ability to concentrate on a specific task
- Ability to block out NON-ESSENTIAL thoughts and emotions
- Benefits
- When your attention is on the task at hand you perform better
- Make faster decisions
What is Consciousness
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- Merriam Webster Definition
- a: the quality or state of being aware especially of something within oneself
- b: the state or fact of being conscious of an external object, state, or fact
- c: AWARENESS
- especially : concern for some social or political cause
- 2: the state of being characterized by sensation, emotion, volition, and thought : MIND
- 3: the totality of conscious states of an individual
- 4: the normal state of conscious life
- 5: the upper level of mental life of which the person is aware as contrasted with unconscious processes
- My Definition
- Your ability to remain in the present or in the moment
- ability to gather and utilize information productively
How do we become better if we have something to lose
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- Benefit:
- The more information you have the more you can do with it.
- Ability to make better choices
- Driving personal experience with newborn
What are the downsides to be aware of
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- Excessive Fear or Anxiety
- Being more aware for some means being more Worried
- Hesitation
- Example: SFV Low Life Situations
How can I best utilize having something on the line?
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- Be Introspective
- Reflect on your past:
- Performances
- Reactions
- Mistakes
- thoughts
- Etc.
- Be aware of how you played unconscious vs conscious
Can I simulate having something on the line?
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- If so how?
- Creating a goal with strong emotional ties
- Visualization practices
- Meditation/calming practices
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