With Winning in Mind 3rd. Ed.

There are a lot of books out there on positive thinking - books like "the secret" come to mind. Wish for a bike and you will get it! Wish for $1 million and you will get it! Why? Many books will outline some vague, metaphysical/new age reason - surely if you sit on your bed and squeeze eyes shut, cross your fingers, and mutter your wish over and over, god/some spiritual force/genie in the bottle will grant it for you... This is not that kind of book. In a nutshell, the book basically lays out a mental system for positive reinforcement, planning and action. It is about dreaming, yes. But it is also about planning and taking immediate action. It IS about repetition, envisioning success, and "rehearsing" in your head - but in a way that is rooted in reality and practicality. The book talks a lot about performance as well. The author is an olympic gold medalist in rifling, so a lot of this is applicable in high pressure scenarios. I actually came across this book was because I heard mental management being mentioned by a former navy seal/sniper in a documentary. But it's a very balanced kind of "performance" - it's not an iron-fist kind of discipline. It's a method that relies on positivity and focusing on strengths. Yes - we all know positive thinking helps - we're not stupid. But I have never come across a book that laid it out in a comprehensive, no none-sense manner. It's clear, it makes sense, and it's not fluff. It's the same old principle...but with a new light shone on it and using simple methods that makes sense. The writing style is conversational, but with substance - I feel like I had a conversation with a wise grandparent (there's a lot of humor in the book too). If you're starting out personal growth, getting your life into shape and you feel you're ready for the next level, I highly recommend this book. It's a very quick read. I've read a lot of self-help books, and honestly there are only 3 or 4 out there that I can really say changed my life. This is one of them. (I would recommend Self-Theories by Dweck and Feel the Fear and do it anyway as good starting books before this one, if you're currently in a bad spot - good luck!).

I was curious what negative reviews complained about and it's clearly people who do not understand how it actually works. I compete in Olympic Weightlifting and I am 2024 USA champion in my age and weight class with Master's Weightlifting federation. I have trained and prepared for competitions and experienced frustrations with the sport he's describing. My coach is weightlifting senior world champion and Olympic champion who was notorious going 6/6 in competitions. This book is like a combination of Power of Subconscious Mind and what my coach would tell me about taining approach and competition approach, Except this book lets you pinpoint what to work on and GIVES YOU HOW to work on that, gives you a system! Yes, you'd need to figure out what type you are and get your mental plan written and practice but anyone who complains about this book doesn't understand how on point this book is! Another great thing about it, there is a little section there that shows you how you can apply it to non sports issues you are stuck in overcoming. This book ISN'T selling his seminars, it DOESN'T promote or require one to be a Christian. This is a true gem and is exactly what I needed to read and implement in training and life in general. I read it in 2 days, couldn't put it down. After a weird intro, it just flows. Then you get to work and it works!!

Amazing book, highly recommend for anyone who competes at any level

I've read a lot of self-help books and this is a solid choice. I loved the book's insight on the conscious, subliminal, and self image. It's a solid foundation and a great philosophy. I think the author presented his ideas in an easy-to-understand system and I would certainly recommend this book to the aspiring student of success.

“I am well aware that there are many fine self-improvement books available. Psychologists, motivational speakers, religious leaders and business professionals write them. A competitor writes this one. The Mental Management® System is not based on psychology; instead, it is 100% based on competition. I did my apprenticeship in the arena of Olympic pressure. My credibility is not based on the course I took in college; it’s in my gold medals and the medals of my students. It’s not theory; it’s simply what works. My goal in this book is to share with you the mental techniques that I have discovered and used to win.” ~ Lanny Bassham from With Winning in Mind This is another one of those books that I just happened to stumble upon and I’m glad I did. I picked it up as I was feasting on mental strength training books. It’s *really* (!) good. (Stunningly good, in fact.) Lanny Bassham is a world-class athlete turned mental training coach. He shares his wisdom from the perspective of a guy who has been there and done that in the competitive arena— winning an Olympic gold medal and a ton of other championships. (He’s the third in medal count for the USA for all shooters.) Lanny’s also a great story-teller and a precise teacher. He’s been at this for over four decades and it shows. He created what he calls the Mental Management® System and has trained everyone from PGA golfers and Olympic champions (and teams) to the FBI, Navy SEALs and Miss America contestants. Let’s take a quick look at a handful of my favorite Big Ideas: 1. Process Is Primary - Did I win? 2. It’s 90% Mental - So give the mental side some love! 3. Mental Management® - What is it? 4. Pressure - It’s normal and good. 5. Your Good Shots - Focus on them! Here’s to making the process primary as we train our minds, rehearse our optimal lives, forge a new self-image and give our greatest gifts in greatest service to the world! More goodness— including PhilosophersNotes on 300+ books in our ​*OPTIMIZE*​ membership program. Find out more at brianjohnson . me.

This book works. As a successful Marine competitive shooter, I can tell you Lanny's book "With Winning in Mind" transformed my shooting career and continues to help me reach new goals to this day. In my case it took me from being a tyro shooter to winning the Marine Corps Matches, the Marine Infantry Team Trophy, a gold medal at the Interservice Championships, becoming a member of the "President's 100", and earning the title of a Marine Distinguished Marksman in just over a year. I was introduced to Lanny's book by one of the best coaches, instructors, and shooters the Marine Corps ever produced - Gene Rucks. Gene believed in the method so much that he introduced all new competitive shooters to it, and I believe in Lanny's method so strongly that With Winning in Mind is one of the first books I recommend to my students. Whether you are a professional who wants to up his game and win more, an amateur who wants to start winning, or just trying to make a quantum leap to accomplish a life goal, this book can help achieve your goal in record time, and with minimal frustration. Lanny's book is chalked full of proven principles that will help you eliminate wasted sword motion and help you achieve your goals faster than you ever believed possible. You owe it to yourself to read this inexpensive, short book. You will be thankful that you did, and you will want to pass it on.

I'm currently reading 'With Winning in Mind' and am thoroughly enjoying it. The book is incredibly easy to read and understand. While the 'Mental Management(R) System' isn't rooted in traditional psychology, it's 100% grounded in competitive experience. This makes it highly applicable not only to athletes but also to individuals striving for success in their everyday lives and careers. I particularly appreciate the author's presentation of specific, actionable steps and ideas to drive individuals towards their goals. I highly recommend this book to anyone seeking to enhance their mental game. As a side note, I was very impressed with the fast shipping.

Brought for my daughter, recommended by her coach.

Must have book for anyone interested in performing better.

Livro aborda de forma prática como lidar com a mente em esportes de precisão.

I have always stirred away from Self-Help books and 'Gurus', BUT THAT BOOK IS DIFFERENT; this book is keeping it 'real'. A no-nonsense book, full of sound life-proven advice that instantly resonate with you. You do not have to believe any of what the author is telling you, what is written will ring true straight away!!! I have read few of the most famous Self-Help books, and have always been so disappointed, but not with this one; this one is a keeper!!! Read it, and re-read it!!!!

Bought this for a friend, who successfully competes in national shotgun competitions. He has read the first chapter and has picked up so many useful pointers. Excellent book

Muy bien