Thriving
From Distraction to Focus The Path to Mental Mastery and Peak Performance
Published on 1. March 2026
336 pages
978-1-4607-1936-7 (ISBN)
Description
What separates the world's elite performers from everyone else?
Thriving reveals the mental-mastery techniques that transform good into extraordinary. Drawing on his unique journey - from forensic behavioural science to coaching world-class athletes, coaches, artists and business leaders - David Reid unveils his clarity-based framework used by top performers around the globe.
In a world where attention is the ultimate currency, this book is not another quick-fix guide. It's a profound roadmap, blending ancient Eastern wisdom with cutting-edge Western science and offering practical tools to help you perform at your peak when it matters most.
Whether you're an athlete, executive or just striving to be your best, Thriving empowers you to overcome mental barriers, find calm under pressure and unlock your unrealised potential. Packed with practical exercises, real-world examples and inspiring insights, this book is your guide to mastering your mind and achieving extraordinary results.
Key insights include:
Everything is Connected- - Discover your unique performance framework
Attention: The New Currency - Master focus in a distracted world
No Mud, No Lotus - Transform challenges into growth opportunities
Finding Calm - Access clarity when pressure mounts
Unlocking Creativity - Tap into innovative thinking under stress
Mental Rehearsal - Prime your mind for peak performance
Persevering With Passion - Sustain motivation through setbacks
Belonging and Connection - Build the relationships that fuel excellence.
Are you ready to unlock your secrets to thriving?
Thriving reveals the mental-mastery techniques that transform good into extraordinary. Drawing on his unique journey - from forensic behavioural science to coaching world-class athletes, coaches, artists and business leaders - David Reid unveils his clarity-based framework used by top performers around the globe.
In a world where attention is the ultimate currency, this book is not another quick-fix guide. It's a profound roadmap, blending ancient Eastern wisdom with cutting-edge Western science and offering practical tools to help you perform at your peak when it matters most.
Whether you're an athlete, executive or just striving to be your best, Thriving empowers you to overcome mental barriers, find calm under pressure and unlock your unrealised potential. Packed with practical exercises, real-world examples and inspiring insights, this book is your guide to mastering your mind and achieving extraordinary results.
Key insights include:
Everything is Connected- - Discover your unique performance framework
Attention: The New Currency - Master focus in a distracted world
No Mud, No Lotus - Transform challenges into growth opportunities
Finding Calm - Access clarity when pressure mounts
Unlocking Creativity - Tap into innovative thinking under stress
Mental Rehearsal - Prime your mind for peak performance
Persevering With Passion - Sustain motivation through setbacks
Belonging and Connection - Build the relationships that fuel excellence.
Are you ready to unlock your secrets to thriving?
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Language
English
Place of publication
Pymble
Australia
Illustrations
Not illustrated
File size
2,10 MB
ISBN-13
978-1-4607-1936-7 (9781460719367)
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David Reid is a mental health clinician and mental performance coach with over 20 years of experience. Specialising in forensic mental health and human behaviour, he is also an award-winning educator and peer-reviewed researcher. David has coached CEOs and executive teams, and has delivered workshops for global companies like Apple, Meta, Accenture and Honda. In professional sports, he has consulted for elite teams including the Chennai Super Kings (IPL), Melbourne Stars (Big Bash League), Essendon Football Club (AFL) and the Pakistan national cricket team. He also works with individual athletes across sports such as cricket, surfing, Formula 1, golf and swimming, including Olympians. David's expertise helps individuals and teams unlock their full potential, both in business and sport.
