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Balanced Optimism
Strategy #3Find and focus on the winning scenario.
Over the course of a long race, sailors will inevitably encounter setbacks. In an instant, a boat can go from leading the fleet to lagging behind. A major reversal can easily discourage the crew and, left unchecked, can deplete the crew's energy. Worse yet, this weakened performance can quickly turn into a downward spiral. As Ed Psaltis notes:
The issue of optimism is a critical aspect of the Hobart race. As in any sporting endeavor, people get tired—both physically and mentally. If you haven't got that spark—something to aim for, some good news to keep in the back of ...
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