"私たちは自分をあまりにも奮い立たせすぎます。「これは大きな瞬間だ、これは大きなショットだ」と自分に言い聞かせようとすると、自分自身に多くのプレッシャーをかけています。そのショットを数百回、数千回打ってきました。もう一度撃つだけです。"
— Kobe Bryant
Simplified Meaning:
When we make something seem more important than it is, we often put too much pressure on ourselves and make it harder to succeed. Imagine if you're about to take a final exam. If you keep telling yourself, "This test is huge! I can't mess it up!" you'll likely get really nervous. This stress can make you forget what you studied and perform poorly. Instead, think about how many tests you've taken before. You’ve studied and practiced a lot, so just treat this exam like any other. By staying calm and thinking about it as just another test, you are more likely to do well. Similarly, when playing sports, if a basketball player sees every shot as the most important one, they might get too anxious and miss. By treating each shot as just another normal one, they play more naturally and effectively. This mindset can help you perform better in exams, sports, or any challenge you face.