Matt Brown: Why True Competitiveness Is a "Personality Trait, Not a Learned Skill"

What happens when the one thing that defines you is gone? Dr. Matt Brown had his entire life planned: play pro football, then become a surgeon. But a single helmet-to-helmet hit ended his career, broke his neck, and shattered his identity. In the darkness that followed, he felt "gutted like a fish" and asked himself a question that would change his life: "Who is Matt Brown without football?". The answer was "nobody". That devastating moment was the genesis of his new purpose. Today, Dr. Brown is the mental performance shepherd for Calgary’s top athletes, including the Flames and Stampeders. This conversation is a masterclass in the unseen "hardware" and "software" of elite performance. We discuss: • The "Hot Take": Why he believes true competitiveness is a "hardwired" personality trait, not a learned skill . • The Proof: The childhood story that shows how his innate drive got him sent to the principal's office . • The Playbook: How to properly "wield" your competitive drive so it doesn't get you into trouble. • The Non-Negotiable: The scientific reason exercise is "every bit as effective" as antidepressants for mental health . • The Secret: What are "Energy Givers," and why is he scouting for them just as much as talent? Whether you're an athlete, a parent, or a business leader, this episode will challenge your perspective on the drive to win. How To Connect: Jeff Humphreys - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.jeffhumphreys.ca ⁠Matt Brown - https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-brown-phd Podcast Location - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.offsetstudios.ca Podcast Production - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.shortlinecreative.com