S2 EP8: How Do We Craft Confidence? The Balance of Passion and Professionalism with Freeride Skiing Legend Laurent (Lolo) Besse

In this episode, Laurent (Lolo) Besse, a veteran in freeride skiing, discusses the growth of the sport from a hobby to a professional and competitive endeavor. He highlights how the increase in competitiveness has driven the sport's progression and the role of the Freeride World Tour. Laurent delves into the professionalism of younger athletes, the importance of maintaining passion, and the challenges of not letting professionalism overshadow the love for the sport. He also touches on resilience, preparation, and the importance of flexibility in plans, sharing personal anecdotes and experiences. The conversation underscores the vital role of passion, confidence, and adaptability in achieving success in freeride skiing.

 

Access the show notes for this episode at: https://www.cameronnorsworthy.com/flow-unleashed

 

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

02:53 Evolution of Freeride Sports

03:29 Impact of Professional Competitions

07:39 Training and Professionalism in Freeride

09:02 Maintaining Passion and Balance

09:57 Advice for Freeride Athletes

13:20 Flow State and Visualization

17:21 Adapting Plans in Freeride

20:23 Building Confidence

21:27 The Myth of Perfection: Embracing Failure

22:29 Personal Struggles and Triumphs

24:46 The Importance of Resilience

30:28 Visualization and Adaptability in Sports

40:52 The Power of Passion and Flow

43:08 Alternative Paths and Capturing Moments