#170 – Want Bigger Results? Stop Chasing and Start Growing

Sport Is Life

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Episode Summary:

In this episode of Sport Is Life, Ian Hawkins challenges the “hustle and grind” mentality, sharing why real transformation comes not from chasing results but from growing into the person you need to be to achieve your vision. Inspired by a coaching session with a business client, Ian explores how limiting beliefs can cap our potential and how rewiring them opens up space to dream again.

Through a vivid “garden” analogy, Ian unpacks how to create the right environment for growth, success, and flow: planting empowering beliefs, nurturing yourself with light and fuel, removing weeds that stifle progress, and surrounding yourself with the right people. He also explains the science behind the brain’s Reticular Activating System and the magic-like synchronicity that happens when you get crystal clear on your goals.

Whether you’re an athlete, leader, or high performer, this episode offers practical and inspiring steps to stop chasing and start attracting the opportunities, people, and resources you need to flourish.

About the Host:

Ian Hawkins is dedicated to showing how sports can transform lives. With extensive experience as an athlete, a coach, PE teacher, community volunteer, and manager at Fox Sports, Ian brings a wealth of knowledge to the podcast. His journey began in his backyard, mentored by his older brother, and has since evolved into coaching elite athletes and business leaders. Ian's commitment to sports and personal development is evident in his roles as a performance coach and active community member. Through "Sport Is Life," Ian shares inspiring stories and valuable lessons to help listeners apply sports principles to all areas of life.

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