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Family Perceptions

Foundations

Steven shares the early expectations his parents put on him and his siblings, and how those roles and responsibilities set the tone for the future.

Choosing a Path

“Magic Moment”

In this chapter we learn Steven’s “Origin Story.” Steven explains why he chose Taekwondo over other sports and where the dream that drove him to greatness was born.

The Journey Begins

It’s a Garage

Learn about Steven’s early training conditions and how they contributed to his mental toughness.

Early Rumbles

Building Perceptions

Steven explains how he perceived himself, his sport, and performance, and how his approach “separated him from the pack.”

Big Leagues

Testing Perceptions

Steven describes how his early exposure to the best in the game helped strengthen his belief in his approach.

Leap of Faith

Trusting Perceptions

In this chapter we zoom in on the Sydney Olympics. From overcoming politics, to the rocky qualification process, and his ultimate triumph, Steven reveals how he overcame every obstacle.

It’s Not About the Medals

The Power of Shared Perceptions

Steven circles back to his initial dream and emphasizes the meaning that motivated him throughout his career.

Performance Psychology

Introduction

We are introduced to the field of Performance Psychology and to Performance Psychology expert John Eliot Ph.D. Topics include: Free Will, Perceptions and Peak Performance.

Understanding Perception 

Principles

This chapter outlines key Performance Psychology principles. Topics include: Dreams, Perception of Self, Perception of Sport, Perception of Performance.

Building Perception 

Tools

We discuss the psychological tools needed to become an exceptional performer. Topics include: Meaning, Finding your “Lens”, Framing Your Focus, Tying Perceptions to Performance, and Managing Pressure.

Measuring Perception 

Markers

We describe the internal process for gauging progress. Students will learn the mental, emotional, and physical markers for peak performance. Topics include: The Trusting Mindset, Genuine Confidence, Rhythm.

Maintaining Perception 

Tips

In this chapter we will teach fighters how to cultivate the mental strength necessary for greatness. Topics include: Performance Philosophies, The Training Mindset, Support Systems.

Pressure and Perception 

Transition to Competition

We take you through the distinct jumps in pressure as you move towards competition, and show you how to manage them like the GOATS. Topics include: Harnessing your Physiology, Healthy Goal Setting, Interacting with Surroundings.

Exploring Excellence

Everyone has the Ability to Become Word Class at Perception

We help demystify the intangibles of greatness, and explain the importance perceptions play in being your best.

Quantum Performance

The Intangibles of Excellence

In this chapter we introduce the process for making the intangibles tangible.

Enhancing Performance IQ (PQ)

Making the Intangible Tangible

Fighters will learn the value of thinking about progress in terms of increasing their PQ.

Implementing Insight

Adapting to your Environment

Fighters will gain practical tools for adapting the lessons learned on the platform to their unique circumstances.

“Performance Coordinates”

Steps to Greatness

Steven outlines the stages of development fighters need to experience to free their potential, and what they should emphasize at each step.

Perceptions 

A closer look at Faith

Steven’s explains how his faith translated into a unique fighting style.

Tying Perceptions to Performance 

Taekwondo Fundamentals

Steven reveals how he used the fundamentals of the game to consistently connect his perception to each individual exchange of performance.

Footage Analysis 1

2001 World Championship Finals

We give you a play by play look at how Steven won his first World title.

Footage Analysis 2 

2005 World Championship Semi-Finals

We explain how Steven adapted his strategy to the environment as well as to his opponent.

Footage Analysis 3 

2007 World Championship Finals

Steven demonstrates the importance of trusting your “perception based process” down to the last second despite any, and all, external pressures.

Handling Pressure 

Courage isn’t the Absence of Fear

We get a rare look into Steven’s vulnerability, and hear his advice for responding to fears and pressure.