I won the regatta with a good margin, but it was not an easy event. John Kirkpatrick who I have been practicing with all summer, Corrinne Peters from Halifax, Graham Kilvert, Connor Bayless, and Giovanni Ronco were putting the pressure on all weekend. I credit my success to a good mindset which led to good decision making. I applied what I learned at CORK, and what I have been reading in The Inner Game of Tennis.
I haven't finished the book yet, and I learn more every chapter I read. I am starting to understand how to let go of my frustrations. It seems that all my distress over bad decisions made during a race is usually a result of wanting something. This weekend I focused on seeing clearly 'what is' - no wanting allowed! - It goes hand in hand with awareness and 'head out of the boat' sailing. I am excited about this revelation because I think it will help my consistency in big regattas. - If I can stay in that frame of mind. It was awesome to practice this mind set right before leaving for the Worlds. I know that it will be much harder to stay un-emotional when I want (see that word?) to sail to the best of my ability and show everyone what I am capable of.
No comments:
Post a Comment