In this conversation, Jody and Yaseen Valli discuss Yaseen's journey as a cricketer and how he has evolved in his approach to the game. Yaseen reflects on the importance of enjoying the journey and not defining himself solely by his cricketing achievements. He shares how he has learned to appreciate his unique journey and not compare himself to others. Yaseen also discusses his preparation process, which includes physical, mental, and spiritual aspects, and how he focuses on being present and reactive in his batting. Overall, the conversation highlights the importance of finding one's path and embracing the process. The podcast explores the concept of mastery and the importance of surrendering to the craft. It delves into enjoying the moment and finding acceptance before performing. The conversation also discusses the significance of creating the right state of mind and cultivating experiences that trigger optimal performance. It emphasises the need for athletes to understand what works best for them and to communicate that with their coaches. The conversation concludes with a discussion on decision-making and the importance of making tough choices to score. IN THIS PODCAST 00:00 Introduction and Background 03:07 Yaseen's Journey and Evolution 08:04 Embracing the Journey and Avoiding Comparison 14:14 Holistic Preparation for Performance 21:20 Finding Your Own Path and Embracing the Process 27:26 Being Present and Reactive in Performance 32:56 The Art of Mastery: Surrendering to the Craft 35:32 Enjoying the Moment: Finding Acceptance Before Performing 39:02 Creating the Right State of Mind for Optimal Performance 43:36 Effective Communication: Sharing What Works with Coaches 46:58 Making Tough Choices: The Key to Scoring CONNECT WITH JODY www.jodymartins.co