Welcome back to the Pyllon Ultra Pod, where we dive deep into the real issues faced by ultrarunners and endurance athletes. I'm Paul, and today, we're exploring a concept that extends far beyond running—attention. Inspired by the work of psychologist Timothy Wilson and other thought-provoking books, we discuss how our focus shapes our training, racing, and ultimately, our lives.
Key Segments:
- The Distraction Dilemma:
- How modern distractions are costing us more than we realise.
- The impact of distractions on our running and training.
- Personal anecdotes about the cost of distractions in our daily lives.
- Attention and Training:
- The importance of being present during training sessions.
- Stories of how losing focus can derail your running goals.
- The Cost of Misplaced Attention:
- If you’re focusing on things you don’t truly value, you’re paying with your life.
- Engaging directly with experiences versus being distracted.
- Making Better Use of Your Attention:
- Practical questions to help align your attention with your values.
- The significance of being mindful and present in everyday activities.
Quotes:
- "Attention is the rarest and purest form of generosity." - Simone Weil
- "To be everywhere is to be nowhere." - Seneca
Book Recommendations:
- "Strangers to Ourselves: Discovering the Adaptive Unconscious" by Timothy D. Wilson
- "4,000 Weeks: Time Management for Mortals" by Oliver Burkeman
Join Us:
- Don’t forget to join us on the 20th of September for the unmissable Pyllon
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