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SHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I talk to author Eli Ihej about his new book, What Kobe Left Behind: The Playbook from an Extraordinary Life, what Kobe Bryant’s legacy can teach you about mental health and pursuing your purpose, how to become a champion in every area of your life, triumphing over adversity, and so much more!  

Even if you are not a basketball or sports fan, the story of Kobe has so much to offer. Over his lifetime, he learned techniques, skills and habits that allowed him to transcend his past and become victorious inside and outside the sports world. These skills can help anyone become their best selves—they can help us do so much more with what we are given and enhance our lives in so many ways. 

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Read the blog here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/the-mental-health-strategies-that-made-kobe-bryant-a-champion-on-and-off-the-court

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EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:

1:00 Eli’s new book What Kobe Left Behind

4:00, 35:00 The power of reconceptualization & how to use it to succeed in life 

10:14 The importance of being confident in your own abilities 

16:00 Kobe’s early days & what he learned about empathy 

28:38 Moving beyond being a victim & taking responsibility for your life

31:10 Kobe’s incredible impact on women’s sports  

39:30 Why it is important to understand that we are all different 

42:00 The power of meditation  

45:00, 50:50 Kobe’s passion for helping children succeed & the importance of visualization

56:00 Why Eli wrote his book 

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*DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog are for educational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice. We always encourage each person to make the decision that seems best for their situation with the guidance of a medical professional.