Stoic Coffee Break

The Pressure Code: Interview with Performance Coach Jason Stacy | 388

Stoic Coffee Break

Show Notes

Jason Stacy is a performance coach and author of The Pressure Code. He works with high performers including world tennis champion Aryan Sabalenka. In this episode we talk about how coming from living on the streets to being a top performance coach. We also discuss his formula of energy, emotions, and environment, and how the right combination of those leads to reaching your highest potential.

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