When motivation fades and pressure rises, most people fall apart - Alexander Volkanovski doesn’t. His career has been built on showing up when it matters most.
We explore how he built a mindset that thrives under pressure, the discipline that carries him through doubt, what losing taught him about control, and why staying ready matters more than feeling ready.
Originally recorded in 2020, this remains one of our most powerful conversations on mindset and discipline.
Timestamps:
(00:00) Introduction
(02:50) From Small Town to UFC Champion
(05:47) The Importance of Mindset in Sports
(08:51) Embracing Discomfort for Growth
(11:51) Instilling Values in the Next Generation
(15:00) The True Spirit of MMA
(17:58) Staying True to Yourself
(21:05) The Role of Family Support
(23:45) Overcoming Motivation Slumps
(26:56) Creating a Children's Book on Resilience
(32:06) Transforming Education for Emotional Intelligence
(34:12) The Balance of Talant & Hard Work
(36:13) The Power of Adaption
(38:02) Finding Positives in Adversity
(41:23) Finding Motivation After Success
(43:58) Defining Purpose Beyond Achievement's
(46:03) Planning For Life After Competition
(48:04) Daily Habits for Mental Health & Physical Wellbeing
(51:39) Closing Reflection's on Courage & Happiness
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