Affirmations: The Power of Positive Self-Talk
| Duration 00:05:53 | Posted in by Mike Marchev


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Borrowing from the main theme of Serena Williams’ latest book, Cultivating a Championship Mindset, this week’s episode reminds the listener of the benefits associated with upbeat, positive reminders prior to plying our trade on a daily basis.

Mike was first introduced to Affirmations in the early 80’s and apparently, accordiong to one of the all-time greatest professional tennis players, Affirmations continue to play a major role with today’s competitive athletes and business professionals.  

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Mike Marchev chose to take a circuitous route through the first 71-years of his life. His experiences, successes, failures and unwavering sense of humor qualify him as a guy worth listening to. Perhaps of more importance, he is a practicing practitioner you can actually learn something from.…

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