@AmericanExpress card holders get a year of @calm free. I signed up and really enjoyed a session from @KingJames on Mental Fitness - like a mini @MasterClass. Here's what I took away from it.

For those interested: https://t.co/ImPHHbaz6h

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To @KingJames, mentally fit means
Presence - intention is locked
Awareness - see surroundings and options with clarity.
Calm and composed when the pressure is on.
Resilience after a set back. Fresh for the next day, game, possession.
Being at ease. Prepared, relaxed, ready.

Regulating emotions is critical to getting and staying in the zone (or a flow state) - "Those big moments. You can either own them, or they own you." -@KingJames

How do you regulate emotions?

1/5 Take a deep breath to calm your body and mind. That deep breath tells your mind and body that everything is cool.

2/5 Put absolute focus on the goal in front of you. Put on blinders and tune out the chaos, like racehorses. LeBron's blinders let in his teammates, the ball, and the rim.