Get unstuck after a good competition

Dear..

Two days ago I wrote: "7 things to get unstuck when you have a disappointing competition".
There are also some people who need motivation after they do well. Some suddenly feel that they have to live up to certain expectations, others just need to get their feet back on the ground and some of us simply can't accept that they beat competition and had a great performance.

Hence the following tips are more for those who get stuck after good results:

1. ENJOY THE MOMENT: Everything is a feeling of the moment, even winning, but that doesn't mean you're not allowed to enjoy it. Enjoy, celebrate and share it. 
2. GO ON: Sometimes, winners get in a flow so continue your streak if you can.
3. BE A GOOD WINNER: A good winner is the opposite of a sore loser. Be respectful to your fellow competitors, sometimes you just won by a hair difference. My master always said if you win, you might not have encountered your best competitor yet ... This always kept me sharp and humble.
4. WIND DOWN: Its good to get pumped up after winning but take time to wind down and restore your body and mind.
5. LEARN: See everything as learning. Good results are a matter of perspective and don't necessarily mean everything was excellent. Reflect with an open mind, enjoy your accomplishments, but get also some constructive feedback. Learn to understand what you did well, learn what you can do better... and then improve both.
6. SAY THANK YOU: Your achievements stand never on their own, of course you've put in a lot yourself, but there are others in your team too, don't ever forget that they are part of your success . 
7. TAKE ACTION: Get moving again... preparing for your next 'event' is the best way to get your feet back on the ground. Keep going. Know that results will always be a mix of things you can and things you can't control. Keep focussing on the ones you can control... and keep enjoying the journey. 

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