Episode

1057 Candace Parker: Habits & Mindset of Winning, Lessons from Kobe Bryant + Being an Athlete & Mom
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1:28:05
Published: Mon Jan 11 2021
Description

“Energy is everything and if you can create and find that energy you’re able to do so much!”Today's guest is WNBA star and two time olympic gold medalist, Candace Parker. As a mother and a Black woman, Candace has developed into a bold, insightful and inspiring thought leader who is passionate about the importance of women’s rights, voters’ rights and Black Lives Matter. With her heart, passion and competitiveness, Candace is already a role model for so many.In this episode Lewis and Candace sit down for a wide-ranging conversation about how to develop a winner's mindset, the lessons that she's learned from Kobe Bryant, being a mom, the adversities she's faced and so much more!For more go to: www.lewishowes.com/1057Check out her podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ledlow-parker/id1484099835 Learn more about the Social Change Fund: https://www.thesocialchangefund.org/ Check out Greatness Coaching: www.lewishowes.com/mycoachKobe Bryant on Mamba Mentality, NBA Titles, and Oscars: https://link.chtbl.com/691-podKevin Hart Breaks Down His Secrets to Success: https://link.chtbl.com/956-podKatherine Schwarzenegger Pratt on the Power of Forgiveness: https://link.chtbl.com/925-pod

Chapters
Candace Parker shares her experience in developing a winning mentality by overcoming adversity and obstacles.
00:00 - 10:22 (10:22)
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Overcoming Adversity
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Candace Parker shares her experience in developing a winning mentality by overcoming adversity and obstacles. She talks about how having supportive parents was crucial in her success, but also how having everything perfect hindered her tenacity in college.

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1057 Candace Parker: Habits & Mindset of Winning, Lessons from Kobe Bryant + Being an Athlete & Mom
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WNBA player, Sue Bird, reflects on the challenges of women in sports and business, including the double standard in how men and women's behaviour is perceived, and the importance of staying calm in difficult situations.
10:23 - 22:40 (12:16)
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Women in Sports
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WNBA player, Sue Bird, reflects on the challenges of women in sports and business, including the double standard in how men and women's behaviour is perceived, and the importance of staying calm in difficult situations.

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1057 Candace Parker: Habits & Mindset of Winning, Lessons from Kobe Bryant + Being an Athlete & Mom
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The School of Greatness
The speaker shares her experiences raising a child while playing in the WNBA, discussing the challenges she faced without financial and logistical support.
22:40 - 30:53 (08:13)
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WNBA
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The speaker shares her experiences raising a child while playing in the WNBA, discussing the challenges she faced without financial and logistical support. She also shares fan reactions to her decision to take a break from the league after having a child and how it affected her.

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1057 Candace Parker: Habits & Mindset of Winning, Lessons from Kobe Bryant + Being an Athlete & Mom
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The School of Greatness
Former NBA player Richard Jefferson shares his insights on working with Kobe Bryant and Serena Williams, highlighting their attention to detail, dedication, and drive to succeed.
30:54 - 46:46 (15:52)
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Kobe Bryant, Serena Williams
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Former NBA player Richard Jefferson shares his insights on working with Kobe Bryant and Serena Williams, highlighting their attention to detail, dedication, and drive to succeed.

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1057 Candace Parker: Habits & Mindset of Winning, Lessons from Kobe Bryant + Being an Athlete & Mom
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The School of Greatness
The feeling of accomplishment after doing something you previously didn't want to do and paying it forward are key attributes to being a good human.
46:46 - 55:58 (09:11)
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Self-Improvement
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The feeling of accomplishment after doing something you previously didn't want to do and paying it forward are key attributes to being a good human. Being coachable and learning from failures are also important traits to have.

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1057 Candace Parker: Habits & Mindset of Winning, Lessons from Kobe Bryant + Being an Athlete & Mom
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The School of Greatness
A basketball player discusses her competitive nature and her belief that American women's basketball is superior to the rest of the world.
55:58 - 1:01:52 (05:54)
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Basketball
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A basketball player discusses her competitive nature and her belief that American women's basketball is superior to the rest of the world.

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1057 Candace Parker: Habits & Mindset of Winning, Lessons from Kobe Bryant + Being an Athlete & Mom
Podcast
The School of Greatness
This podcast episode discusses the progression of athlete activism in regards to social injustice and gender equality, with a focus on the NFL's recent acceptance of kneeling during the national anthem.
1:01:52 - 1:07:17 (05:24)
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Athlete Activism
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This podcast episode discusses the progression of athlete activism in regards to social injustice and gender equality, with a focus on the NFL's recent acceptance of kneeling during the national anthem.

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1057 Candace Parker: Habits & Mindset of Winning, Lessons from Kobe Bryant + Being an Athlete & Mom
Podcast
The School of Greatness
Athletes are more than just their sport and should not be silenced from discussing important topics, especially if they are educated on them.
1:07:17 - 1:12:53 (05:35)
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Athletes
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Athletes are more than just their sport and should not be silenced from discussing important topics, especially if they are educated on them. The time has come for diverse voices to be welcomed at the table.

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1057 Candace Parker: Habits & Mindset of Winning, Lessons from Kobe Bryant + Being an Athlete & Mom
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The School of Greatness
The speaker shares about the importance of purifying your intentions and being cognizant of them, as well as the idea of competing against yourself to improve and grow.
1:12:53 - 1:21:49 (08:55)
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Self-Improvement
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The speaker shares about the importance of purifying your intentions and being cognizant of them, as well as the idea of competing against yourself to improve and grow. They also discuss the impact of little acts of service and thoughtfulness in relationships.

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1057 Candace Parker: Habits & Mindset of Winning, Lessons from Kobe Bryant + Being an Athlete & Mom
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The School of Greatness
The podcast host discusses their goal to explore the versatility of their guests, support different types of businesses, and create more opportunities within the community.
1:21:49 - 1:24:57 (03:08)
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Community
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The podcast host discusses their goal to explore the versatility of their guests, support different types of businesses, and create more opportunities within the community.

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1057 Candace Parker: Habits & Mindset of Winning, Lessons from Kobe Bryant + Being an Athlete & Mom
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The School of Greatness
In this podcast, listeners can learn the winning mindset and habits from Candice Parker.
1:24:57 - 1:27:55 (02:58)
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Mindset
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In this podcast, listeners can learn the winning mindset and habits from Candice Parker. Lewis Howes also shares his definition of greatness and encourages listeners to join his texting list for weekly inspiration.

Episode
1057 Candace Parker: Habits & Mindset of Winning, Lessons from Kobe Bryant + Being an Athlete & Mom
Podcast
The School of Greatness