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Psyched Up

How the Science of Mental Preparation Can Help You Succeed

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Psyched Up

By: Daniel McGinn
Narrated by: Jonathan McClain
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About this listen

Penguin presents the unabridged, downloadable audiobook edition of Psyched Up by Daniel McGinn, read by Jonathan McClain.

What's the difference between succeeding and failing in life's big moments?

In Psyched Up, acclaimed journalist Daniel McGinn explains why mental preparation is the key to mastering any challenge. Examining the latest scientific research into the smartest ways to deal with a flood of adrenaline, increase focus, minimize negative thoughts, and optimize emotions, Psyched Up teaches you what do in the last few minutes before a major event.

Drawing on interviews with high-performing professionals such as retired General Stanley McChrystal, NASCAR champion driver Jimmie Johnson and legendary tennis coach Nick Bollettieri, McGinn illustrates how to develop a personal psyching up routine and reveals why introverts and extroverts might employ different methods.

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Critic reviews

A fascinating read (Charles Duhigg)
McGinn's strategies can create a winning pre-game routine for anyone (Arianna Huffington)
Psyched Up is an essential user's guide for ensuring you'll be your best when you take centre stage (Katie Couric)
I can't think of another book that's as helpful as this, whether you're shooting a free throw, taking a big test, giving a toast or on one knee proposing. Read Psyched Up before your next big moment (Matt Mullenweg)
This book is a gift for entrepreneurs or anyone else who pitches ideas for a living (Brad Feld)
Psyched Up provides a wonderful overview of the science and practicalities of how to perform well when it matters most (Gretchen Reynolds)
A wonderful pleasure to read, Psyched Up is an expertly crafted investigation into the vibrating heart of peak performance (Po Bronson)
Psyched Up offers compelling, entertaining and well-researched advice on how to prepare for stressful situations (Tony Hsieh)
Daniel McGinn's Psyched Up offers that perfect combination of informative, applicable advice and page-turningly good entertainment' (Keith Ferrazzi)
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