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#212 – When the High Wears Off: Reece Walsh and the Mental Toll of Success
Episode 2084th November 2025 • Sport Is Life • Ian Hawkins
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Episode Summary:


Even the brightest stars hit a wall. In this episode, Ian Hawkins looks at the human side of high performance through the lens of Reece Walsh’s recent form. After weeks of triumphs: finals glory, a grand-final win, a test debut, Man-of-the-Match honours. Walsh’s energy visibly dipped. Ian explores why that’s normal, not weakness: relentless schedules, media duties, and public expectations push mental reserves past breaking point.


Drawing parallels between elite sport and everyday life, Ian challenges listeners to spot their own signs of fatigue. As the year closes, he shares practical strategies for rest, recovery, and resetting. What real restoration looks like beyond just a lazy weekend. Learn how to refill your tank through planning, connection, and purpose, so you can finish strong and start the new year clear and focused.


About the Host:


Ian Hawkins is dedicated to showing how sports can transform lives. With extensive experience as an athlete, a coach, PE teacher, community volunteer, and manager at Fox Sports, Ian brings a wealth of knowledge to the podcast. His journey began in his backyard, mentored by his older brother, and has since evolved into coaching elite athletes and business leaders. Ian's commitment to sports and personal development is evident in his roles as a performance coach and active community member. Through "Sport Is Life," Ian shares inspiring stories and valuable lessons to help listeners apply sports principles to all areas of life.


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