This week we have Luke Williams, Major League Baseball player for the Atlanta Braves join the show.
Luke was originally drafted out of high school to the Philadelphia Phillies and eventually debuted with them in 2021. Since then, he has made appearances with numerous teams, such as the Giants, Marlins and Dodgers.
Luke and I had a brief stint together in San Francisco in the summer of 2022. One of my first memories of Luke was a hike in Cleveland, Ohio. He didn't talk much, but he had a camera with him as I observed him observing. I noticed a calm presence and keen eye for nature. His awareness and depth of thought sparked my curiosity. We became friends and have stayed in touch ever since.
The guy is a speedster on the diamond but a stoic in thought. We discussed flow state, maturity, and evolution of performance. Enjoy this discussion with the California native.
Luke Williams
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Harvey Martin
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Podcasting Journey
02:52 The Art of Vulnerability and Comedy
06:12 Musical Collaborations and Creative Ventures
09:02 Experiences in Europe and Cultural Reflections
11:55 Transitioning from High School to Professional Baseball
15:04 Navigating Fame and Relationships in Sports
17:57 The Invisible Prison of Early Success
21:03 Lessons from Adversity in Sports
23:55 The Importance of Presence and Mindfulness
26:57 Exploring Authenticity Beyond Baseball
29:58 Performance Under Pressure and Letting Go
34:06 The Essence of Presence in Sports
37:59 Finding Balance: The Monk and the Athlete
42:17 The Power of Breath and Routine
45:05 Navigating Chaos: The Bench Player's Journey
50:19 Energy Management: The Long Game
54:56 The Illusion of the Show: Staying Focused
01:06:57 The Meaning of Perspective
01:07:55 Exploring Perspectives on Faith and Reality
01:12:14 The Evolution of Personal Perspective
01:15:52 Fear as a Driving Force
01:20:48 Conquering Fear and Its Impact
01:25:52 The Journey of Self-Discovery
01:30:55 Lessons from the Big Leagues and Beyond
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