Such people are driven by curiosity and enjoyment as much as outer success. Paradoxically, athletes who appreciate the process rather than obsess about outcome often find that they attract better outcomes. Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson is a prime example of someone with a mastery approach. He says, “I have this rage to master my craft.” Wilson channels his competitive nature and passion for football into his daily pursuits, whether studying film or practicing his footwork, in order to excel on game day.
