#34 - Delusion Is a Skill. Here's How To Use It.

<p>This episode explores the power of measured delusion in sports and life, emphasizing how believing you're better than you are can drive improvement and confidence. </p><p></p><p>Paul shares practical insights on how to harness this mindset to achieve personal growth on and off the field.</p><p></p><p>Free Parent Starter Pack: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://pauljspacey.com/podcast" target="_blank"><b>https://pauljspacey.com/podcast</b></a></p><p>(get the info coaches won't openly tell you)</p><p></p><p>-</p><p></p><p>Get In Touch</p><p>Instagram: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/pauljgspacey" target="_blank"><b>https://www.instagram.com/pauljgspacey</b></a></p><p>Twitter: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://x.com/PaulSpacey" target="_blank"><b>https://x.com/PaulSpacey</b></a></p><p>YouTube: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/@paulspacey" target="_blank"><b>https://www.youtube.com/@paulspacey</b></a></p><p>Email: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://pauljspacey.com/contact-3/" target="_blank"><b>https://pauljspacey.com/contact-3/</b></a></p><p></p><p>-</p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Introduction to the concept of being delusional in sports</p><p>02:22 Matching effort with self-belief for real progress</p><p>04:26 Personal experiences with delusional confidence</p><p>07:23 Success stories of delusional belief in high achievers</p><p>08:18 How to start acting with a slight delusion</p><p>09:04 Neurological basis of tricking your brain</p><p>10:02 Practical steps to implement this mindset in practice</p><p>11:19 Long-term effects and self-assessment</p><p>12:10 Encouragement to try and share your experience</p><p>13:13 Final thoughts and resources for further growth</p>