Early Skating Career

Key Highlights:

• Training Regimen:
• Started figure skating at a young age.
• Early mornings, intense training sessions, and balancing schoolwork.
• Maintained a rigorous schedule with minimal breaks.
• Motivation:
• Desire to perfect his craft and be the best.
• Drive stemmed from a mix of stubbornness and inspiration.

The Psychology of a Champion

Key Highlights:

• Mental Toughness:
• The hunger to win and the fear of losing drove him.
• Importance of learning from losses and continuously striving for improvement.
• Mental Health in Sports:
• The pressure and stress athletes face, particularly post-Olympic depression.
• The need for emotional support and understanding one's journey.

The Role of Kung Fu

Key Highlights:

• Training and Philosophy:
• Kung Fu emphasizes hard work and self-discovery.
• Mental clarity, focus on goals, and emotional balance.
• The spiritual aspect of Kung Fu, which is often missing in modern sports.

Reinventing Himself

Key Highlights:

• Transition from Skating:
• After an injury, he focused on self-discovery and healing.
• Relocated to Mexico and explored new passions beyond skating.
• Self-Worth:
• Learned that self-worth should not be tied to success or failure in a particular field.
• Emphasized the importance of personal happiness and fulfillment.

The Wagon Wheel Analogy

Key Highlights:

• Concept:
• The hub represents one's core self, not achievements or titles.
• Spokes represent different aspects of life that support the core.
• Importance of maintaining a strong core for overall stability and balance.

Current Ventures and Future Goals

Key Highlights:

• Racing Career:
• Passion for racing cars and the desire to become a professional driver.
• Applying lessons learned from skating to his new passion.
• Life Goals:
• Emphasis on living a fulfilling and balanced life.
• Continuously learning and growing in different areas.

Advice for a Fantastic Life

Key Highlights:

• Know Thyself:
• Understanding and embracing one’s true self.
• Avoiding distractions and focusing on what truly matters.
• Continuous Learning:
• Life is a journey of constant learning and self-improvement.

Conclusion and Contact Information

Key Highlights:

• Website and Social Media:
• Website
• Instagram: ElvisStojko
• Book Recommendation:
• "Letters from Lincoln B" by Thaine Chase – a fictional self-help book that resonated deeply with Elvis.

Closing Remarks

Dr. Allen Lycka: Elvis Stojko shared profound insights into the mindset of a champion and the journey of self-discovery. His experiences and wisdom offer valuable lessons for anyone striving to live a fantastic life.

BIO:

Elvis Stojko is a 7 Time Canadian Figure Skating Champion, 3 Time World Champion and 2 Time Olympic Silver Medalist. Martial Artist since he was 10 years old and still trains in Kung Fu. His other passion is acting and teaches acting from time to time with Lewis Boumander at LB Acting studios in Toronto.

Elvis’ focus is now racing cars as a career which has been a dream of his since he was a kid. Living Life to the fullest and enjoying every moment with his wife and 3 dogs is what feeds his soul.

Social Media:

Instagram: @elvistojko

website: www.elvisstojko.info