Welcome back to INNER RACING, the podcast where we delve into the crucial aspects of high-performance racing. I'm your host, Greg, and today we’re diving into an essential topic that often goes overlooked: mental skills as your performance "insurance policy" in racing.

In this episode, we'll explore why mental skills should be prioritized above physical and technical abilities, and how they form the foundation for everything we do both on and off the track.

By understanding the importance of mental conditioning, we'll uncover how it drives motivation, decision-making, and overall performance. Whether you're a professional driver or an entrepreneur, this episode is packed with insights to help you harness the full potential of your mental state. Let's get started!

## Introduction to the Season Map
- Overview: The video introduces the concept of the season map as a tool for visual representation of one's performance over a season. It helps in understanding whether the performance has been consistent or erratic.
- Purpose: The season map aids in identifying areas for improvement and strategizing on how to approach the rest of the season or the upcoming season.

## Creating Your Season Map
- Materials Needed: To create a season map, you'll need a sheet of paper and a pen to draw a visual graph that represents your race weekends.
- Drawing the Map: The process involves drawing a line that represents your performance during each race, test, or qualifying session. Notes on whether each was a peak or a trough should accompany the line.

## Analyzing the Season Map
- Self-Evaluation: Look at the drawn map to determine if it appears consistent or erratic. Consider if it's a true reflection of performance or influenced by emotions.
- Third-Person Perspective: Assess the map from an outsider’s point of view to provide objective insights into the performance, including obstacles and positive or negative influences.

## Identifying Strengths and Weaknesses
- Performance Review: Evaluate decisions and skills applied during peaks and troughs to identify strengths and areas for improvement.
- Applying the Three Pillars: Analyze whether issues in performance were technical, physical, or mental, and create an action plan accordingly.

## Actions and Improvements
- Implementation Plan: Use the insights gained from the season map to formulate actionable changes that can enhance performance and results.
- Future Projections: Visualize a desired outcome for future seasons and determine steps needed to achieve that vision.

## Additional Resources and Support
- Worksheet Availability: The season map is available as a worksheet in an app, and copies can be provided upon request.
- Interaction: Viewers are encouraged to ask questions or request support to work through the process in further sessions.

In this month's podcast from the motorsportmind library, Greg delves into the concept of self mastery, emphasizing the importance of striving for excellence rather than settling for mediocrity.

He explains how self mastery involves setting high standards and continually working to improve skills and habits, using examples from racing to illustrate his points. Greg highlights the interconnectedness of various aspects of life, such as sleep, mental skills, and physical fitness, and how mastery in one area can positively impact others. He encourages listeners to set small, achievable goals to enhance their performance and overall well-being, promoting a holistic approach to self improvement.

Greg concludes by inviting listeners to reflect on their current practices and consider areas for improvement, reinforcing the idea that self mastery is a continuous journey.