THE CHAMPION MENTALITY -
MIKE TYSON & CUS D'AMATO

From years of pain and insecurity to an unstoppable force of nature.

Learn from Tyson's own transformation and the teachings of the man who led him on this journey.

Become your own Champion.
CHARACTER

Life shapes character and that character overrules talent in adversity.

CUS TRANSFORMED TYSON BY:
-Using his negative past to fuel positive habits
-Cultivating the energy from his aggression to strengthen him from within

In breaking down Tyson, he was rebuilt.
MINDSET

Shift your perspective to create a strong mental frame

-Envision your best self
-Evaluate yourself with introspection
-Use affirmations
-Be goal orientated
-Have strong conviction
-Cultivate a stoic mindset to deal with upsets

Cus calls this - THE WILL TO WIN
FEAR AS FIRE

Cus highlighted that fear is natural

You can harness it's energy like a fire without being ashamed or overwhelmed

When fear becomes your fuel, you:
-Recognise and work on your weaknesses
-Invest more in yourself for fear of not living up to your potential
LEARNING FROM THE GREATS

Study the greats and you will become one

Cus studied the boxing greats - Louis, Frazier, Marciano, Dempsey & many more

Extracting their attributes and instilling them in Mike

In learning from warriors & leaders, Tyson became a conquer
PHYSICAL TRAINING

Cus supervised as Rooney & Atlas sharpened Tyson's boxing skills

The daily discipline & constant drilling created a Neuroplasticity Effect
-Movements became second nature
-Muscle became conditioned & dense

Emulating ring struggles for both the mind & body
In his prime, no one could stop Tyson but without Cus he slowly unravelled and never fulfilled his true potential

Apply Cus' principles consistently to transform yourself both physically & mentally under discipline

To better your own life & fulfill your own purpose
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