Chop Wood Carry Water: How to Fall In Love With the Process of Becoming Great

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2014

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Chapters 1-10

Chapters 11-21

Chapters 22-31

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Why does Medcalf choose the format of an extended parable to deliver his advice on a mindset for success?

John and Akira are fictional characters whose journeys, struggles, lessons, and outcomes are orchestrated by Medcalf. What is gained or lost in knowing that John is not a real person?

If mental toughness and a healthy mindset encourage a lack of competition and comparison, then why do athletes compete?