Paul Spacey Podcast

#34 - Delusion Is a Skill. Here's How To Use It.

September 1, 2026·13 min
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This episode explores the power of measured delusion in sports and life, emphasizing how believing you're better than you are can drive improvement and confidence. Paul shares practical insights on how to harness this mindset to achieve personal growth on and off the field.Free Parent Starter Pack: https://pauljspacey.com/podcast(get the info coaches won't openly tell you)-Get In TouchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/pauljgspaceyTwitter: https://x.com/PaulSpaceyYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@paulspaceyEmail: https://pauljspacey.com/contact-3/-Chapters00:00 Introduction to the concept of being delusional in sports02:22 Matching effort with self-belief for real progress04:26 Personal experiences with delusional confidence07:23 Success stories of delusional belief in high achievers08:18 How to start acting with a slight delusion09:04 Neurological basis of tricking your brain10:02 Practical steps to implement this mindset in practice11:19 Long-term effects and self-assessment12:10 Encouragement to try and share your experience13:13 Final thoughts and resources for further growth

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