Win In The Dark: Some think you shine under the bright lights, the bright lights only reveal your work in the dark
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Win In The Dark is another fable written in the same style as the viral sensations Chop Wood Carry Water and Pound The Stone. Here is a short excerpt. “Everyone wants their moment in the spotlight. But you don’t shine under the bright lights. The bright lights only reveal your work in the dark. Most people will never see your work in the dark. And when you emerge after years — sometimes even decades — of training, they often undercut your work, calling you an ‘overnight success’ or ‘freakishly talented.’ They don’t realize that talent is only the starting line.They don’t realize talent is overrated.They don’t realize talent is never enough.They don’t realize talent is more of a curse than a blessing unless you develop the mindset, grit, and work ethic of a grinder. Behind every ‘overnight success’ is tens of thousands of unseen hours training, failing, and growing in the dark.” Marco spoke with the conviction of someone who had learned this wisdom firsthand through years of success and failure. “And it's often not the physical aspects of training that force most people to give up on their dreams. The true demons and thieves are the mental ones faced in the dark that choke out your potential. The dark is where you confront the little voice in your head trying to convince you that you are a fraud, that you’ll never make it, and that you are going to be ‘exposed.’ The dark is where you feel like you are alone in your struggles, believing your destructive thoughts and questioning your decisions. The dark is where you face the critics, the doubters, and the haters throwing shots at you from the cheap seats. The dark is where you realize that confidence is fleeting and shifts with the wind — but that conviction, authentic conviction, is forged through fire. The dark is where you give your everything, but still can’t shake the question: what if my everything isn’t enough? The majority of your journey in the dark is a psychological, emotional, and even spiritual battle that people watching from the stands rarely comprehend. Some things can only be understood in the arena, in the trenches, in the dark.” Niko nodded in understanding — he knew the dark; he had found himself there in the past, overwhelmed by its intensity. It was a place he avoided. Marco continued: "But there are treasures, both tangible and intangible, for those with the courage to navigate the dark. Those willing to embrace uncertainty and discomfort over and over again. Those who yearn to embark on the road less traveled and explore the edges of human potential. You see, the dark serves as an opportunity to sharpen your character and skill set. It’s only in the dark, in the toughest of storms, that the best sailors are built. Smooth seas and bright skies don’t build the best, only adversity can do that. The dark is where you forge the conviction that you can do hard things.The dark is where you accept that you are worthy, regardless of your performance, your accomplishments, or the opinions of others. The dark is where you transform into a version of yourself you never dreamed possible. Most people are obsessed with proving themselves under the bright lights instead of improving their craft, little by little, each day in the dark.” He gestured toward the training field, where his walkers were stretching and rigging anchors. The air was filled with energy. Niko’s butterflies returned. “We do things differently here.Our cameras are for watching film, not for posting on the gram.We don't care how it appears to outsiders. We care about how it helps you grow.We don’t wait for applause. We quietly and relentlessly train in the dark with complete trust that our moment under the bright lights will come. Welcome to the dark.” Review: Good read for anyone. - I purchased this for our local HS football teams book club. They have an amazing program that focuses on growing good humans, not just players. It is a good book for everyone to read. Review: Great for anyone - Amazing insights, must read for all
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| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 833 Reviews |
B**N
Good read for anyone.
I purchased this for our local HS football teams book club. They have an amazing program that focuses on growing good humans, not just players. It is a good book for everyone to read.
B**Z
Great for anyone
Amazing insights, must read for all
K**S
For Anyone Wanting to Improve
I am a college coach and this book really helped me get some more concrete ideas how to improve our locker room. Specifically I appreciated the short stories and the ability to connect them to any walk of life.
J**Z
Absolute must read
This book gets better and better as you read it. The chapters are easy to read and easy to note. The last few chapters are a combination of joy and triumph and magic and tears. Great great stuff!
S**S
Great tool for leadership and culture building
I Really enjoyed the story structure as a leadership book. This can be used as a tool for team building.
B**Y
Highest recommendation!
Joshua and Lucas hit a home run with Win in the Dark! We are using this book and the lessons with our coaching now, as we prepare for the fall seasons. We will also use Win in the Dark with our student leadership group in the fall. I have 11 pages of single-spaced typed notes from the book and value the lessons from nearly each and every page. The lessons Niko learns throughout his journey are so valuable and be used across sports, genders, the classroom and in life. A few of my favorites include: - The best teams that I’ve coached didn’t win because they hated the opponent across from them. They won because they loved the person next to them. - Conviction comes from having been forged in the fire. - Are you willing to build a black belt skill set while keeping a white belt mindset? - Go to bed smarter than when you woke up ~ Warren Buffett - TRUE MENTAL TOUGHNESS: Treat people really well Give your absolute best Bring a great attitude Be unconditionally grateful Even when you think your circumstances suck - We don’t wait for applause. We quietly and relentlessly train in the dark, with complete trust that our moment in the bright lights will come. - While many people measure winning by how much money they make, how many deals they close, how many championships they have, or the cars they drive…. Winning is overcoming challenges Winning is getting in the arena even though you could fall flat on your face. Winning is when your grandkids forget your age because you feel more like a friend than someone 50 years older than them. Winning is beating the fear of what other people think. Winning is opening yourself up to feel all life offers. Winning is when you become a shining star for others in their darkest moments Winning is getting people to give you their heart because you were willing to give them yours
8**L
Some gems within
This book has a unique story line of a tight rope walker, but I had just seen a movie about the guy who tight roped between the twin towers so it kept my interest. Many of the chapters are very common motivational stories that have been around for years but about every 5th chapter (and they are short) you’ll get a real gem of truth that makes this book well worth reading and worth the price!
M**I
Simply A MUST READ
So far I’ve read Pound the stone, Chop Wood Carry Water and yes Win in the dark. All three a must read in my opinion. I’ve never had a mentor like Marco but I was able to relate to this story in so many ways, because at one point or another I was that kid who was ready to walk away, or say “it simply not worth it”, but in the end pushed through it and was able to finish what I started. Endless wisdom from a grandfather who’ve been there also. Michael Phelps commercial by Under Armor “it’s what you do in the dark that puts you in the light” relates to this book. If you know a kid that needs a bit of pick me up, or needs to hear the same message but from some else, this is your book!!!
B**N
An Easy Read with Many Valuable Lessons
Win in the Dark is any easy read with many life lessons, but the premise, though simple in its concept is one we often overlook day to day. Instead of enjoying the journey and celebrating the small wins we have when noone is looking, we are focused only on the finish line and how others will see us. Indeed, we are all walking on a tightrope of our own making and reframing our expectations and getting back on that wire are just a few of the gems gleaned from this book. I highly recommend it!
A**R
Impactful! ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Joshua’s books are some of the very best and most valuable I have read, Chop Wood Carry Water, Pound The Stone, Win In The Dark and Hustle are some of my favourite and purchased them all on Audible and they were so good I had to get the physical books of them. I feel that all these books should be studied in schools & the stories are powerful and the lessons in them are invaluable. There are so many life lessons in these and really resonated with me & have made a really positive impact in my life.
J**S
Excellent livre contenant beaucoup de trucs
Ce livre est tout désigné aux entraineurs qui cherchent des trucs pour aider leurs athlètes à franchir quelques moments plus difficiles qu'ils peuvent vivre lors d'entrainement. Le livre est très concret, il est écrit sous la forme romancée d'un athlète qui a chaque chapitre vie une difficulté. Je le conseil encore plus aux athlètes !!!
L**L
Great story for young athletes.
If you liked Chop Wood Carry Water and Pound the Stone, then you will like this too. Same style, with short chapters that are easy for young adults to move through.
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