#318: Tim Harkness - Chelsea FC Psychologist On Iconic Players & Managers Of Years Gone By

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Tim Harkness is a Psychologist, Data Scientist and Writer who up until recently, worked at Chelsea Football Club for 14 years as Head of Sport Science and Psychology. In this interview, I speak to Tim about the psychological traits that set apart the elite athletes from their peers, and Tim's experiences working at one of the biggest football clubs in the world having worked closely with names such as Jose Mourinho, Frank Lampard, Eden Hazard and many more. Timestamps: 0:00 The #1 High Performer Tim Has Worked With 05:30 Tim's Advice To Aaron Ramsdale 09:30 At What Level Does Psychology Make A Difference? 13:50 Penalty Kick Pressure 16:00 How UFC & Boxers Psychology Differ To Other Sports 26:40 Training Vs Matchday Performance 30:30 Motivation Vs Discipline (Thiago Silva) 35:10 Thierry Henry's Advice 38:20 Is Ego Important In Sport? (Ronaldo & Mourinho) 42:20 Is Self-Doubt Good For You? 44:10 The Barriers Of Psychology In Sport 46:30 National Team Vs Club Mentality 48:50 Tim's Favourite Chelsea Team He Was A Part Of 51:10 Champions League Atmosphere & Pressure 52:40 What Is Jose Mourinho Really Like? 54:00 What Makes Life Worth Living? 54:40 More From Tim Connect with us: https://freedompact.co.uk/newsletter​ (Healthy, Wealthy & Wise Newsletter) Instagram.com/freedompact​ https://tiktok.com/personaldevelopment Twitter.com/freedompactpod [e-mail]