Welcome to Episode #31: Kobe & MJ's Mindfulness Coach, starring George Mumford, world-renowned mindfulness coach, psychologist, speaker, and author of Unlocked: Embrace Your Greatness, Find the Flow, Discover Success and The Mindful Athlete.
In this soulful conversation, George joins Kirsten to explore what it truly means to be unlocked—awakening the divine spark within, cultivating presence, and shifting from survival to growth. He shares wisdom from decades of coaching elite athletes like Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant, as well as his own journey through addiction, healing, and transformation.
Together, George and Kirsten unpack the difference between pure and peak performance, the power of beginner’s mind, and how the inner game shapes the outer game. George reflects on teaching mindfulness in prisons, the role of service, and how struggle can lead to success. In a heartfelt exchange, he explores how compassion shows up in Kirsten's work—highlighting the shared depth in their approaches.
Tune in for a masterclass in mindfulness and a path to greatness, from the coach behind the greats!
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