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Mind MatrixCopyright © 2007 by Indra Reinpuu

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MIND MATRIX

A Blueprint for Inspiration

byINDRA REINPUU

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CONTENT

MIND MATRIXA Blueprint for Inspiration 7

Testimony of successfulCOACHES and ATHLETES 10

The Nine Aspects of theMIND MATRIX 11

1. PRINCIPLESFoundations of the dream… 12

2. DREAMSOur glorious vision of the future… 26

3. MOTIVATIONThe fire that burns… 41

4. CONFIDENCEUnshakable faith in ourselves… 56

5. TEAM SPIRITThe things we can never achieve alone… 71

6. TAKING RISKSPlaces we dare not go… 86

7. DISAPPOINTMENTWhen it all comes to nothing… 101

8. SUCCESSManifesting your dream… 116

9. BEYOND BELIEFMagical possibilities within us… 133

ABOUT THE AUTHOR 148


mind, n. 1. that part of a person which thinks, feels and wills,exercises perception, judgment, reflection, etc.

2. intellectual power or ability. 3. purpose, intention or will.

matrix, n. that which gives origin or form to a thing, or whichserves to enclose it.

(Macquarie Dictionary)


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MIND MATRIXA Blueprint for Inspiration

This volume intentionally presents sport as ranking among thenoblest of human endeavours. Accordingly, its message not onlyencourages physical and mental prowess but also seeks to evoke afar deeper understanding of oneself and others in the quest forathletic success.

The single minded pursuit of excellence which inspired theOlympic heroes of yesteryear is what the “Mind Matrix” attemptsto revive—the hallowed spirit of those champions who battledtirelessly for little more than the love and honour of their sport.

This ancient ideal, when combined with the unchanging humanpassion to strive ever higher, still heralds the sporting arena as onewhere all participants may move genuinely closer to their personalglory. And whether it be as a player, coach, manager or parent, it isa magnificent glory which lies within the reach of us ALL!

Every day, we see the sporting world being commercialised andmade increasingly superficial. Without a concerted effort, thevalues and principles that epitomise the intrinsic greatness of pureathletic achievement will continue to be diluted and eventuallybecome indistinguishable from media hype and empty celebrity.Those of us who still believe in the Olympic ideal and that notionsof honour and fair play can govern even the fiercest sportingcontest have an opportunity to create an opposing momentum.More than an opportunity, we have a responsibility and MindMatrix is a tool to help achieve just that.

It is time to strive for your absolute potential as an athlete. It istime to show us what that means. It is time to inspire us all tobecome the very best human beings we can possibly be and indoing so, help make the world a better place.

Mind Matrix A Blueprint for Inspiration


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Read the words, let them sink in and give them life whenever youplay. Your success will be evident in more ways than you expect.And your impact will reach further than you could ever imagine.


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Using the MIND MATRIX

The MIND MATRIX is designed to be a source of inspiration andguidance whenever you need it, so the ways of utilising itsmessages are numerous. Some readers may wish to immediatelystudy the entire contents and integrate the principles as they go.Others will prefer to consult specific sections, pondering them onlywhen confronted with those situations themselves. The MINDMATRIX concepts can also serve as an excellent catalyst for teamdiscussions, particularly when issues of ethics, attitude andcommitment are concerned. Finally, perhaps the most profoundway to use this book is to open it completely at random andwithout any preconceptions, consider the message you are given.Often, the page at which you arrive will contain the very words youhave been needing to hear and answer exactly the questions thathave been playing on your mind.

The MIND MATRIX comprises nine aspects of succeeding, eachcontaining twelve specific concepts to contemplate.

(1) Let the KEY WORD at the top of each page bring you into focus.

(2) Read the DESCRIPTION which follows and reflect on itsspecific meaning to you.

(3) Put the essence of that meaning into the TRIGGER PHRASE atthe bottom of the message.

By speaking the phrase whilst consciously holding the feelings andattitudes it creates, you lock its energy within you and make itpossible to recall that energy whenever you need it. Each and everyphrase thereafter becomes a trigger, capable of evoking powerfulmental and emotional energies whenever it is spoken.



Testimony of successful COACHES and ATHLETES

“Indra Reinpuu’s grasp of all the elements to great performance is deeperthan anyone else I’ve encountered. His work is powerful and binding,especially in a team environment. Simply, he touches the soul.”

PAT MICKANOlympic BasketballerHead Coach, Adelaide Ravens (National Netball League) Former Adelaide Crows Specialist Coach

“Indra has been working with us for 12 years. The fact that we have beenNational Champions for 11 of those 12 years is not a coincidence.”

DAVID ELDRIDGEHead Coach and ManagerHeathfield High School Volleyball Programme

“These principles were a key factor in providing me with the necessary energyand insights to fulfill my Olympic Dream. By using them myunderstanding of myself, my game and how I react under pressure increaseddramatically.”

TANIA GOOLEYAustralian Beach Volleyball Player (FIVB World Tour 1997-2002, Sydney 2000 Olympic Games)

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The Nine Aspects of theM I N D M A T R I X

PRINCIPLESFoundations of the dream…

DREAMSOur glorious vision of the future…

MOTIVATIONThe fire that burns…

CONFIDENCEUnshakable faith in ourselves…

TEAM SPIRITThe things we can never achieve alone…

TAKING RISKSPlaces we dare not go…

DISAPPOINTMENTWhen it all comes to nothing…

SUCCESSManifesting your dream…

BEYOND BELIEFMagical possibilities within us…


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1. PRINCIPLESFoundations of the dream…

PRINCIPLES: Foundationary human qualities that generateand preserve the cultural integrity of your team. (See also Team Spirit)

Every team has a set of principles or values that guide its operation.Surprisingly, very few are consciously aware of what thoseunderlying principles are or how they are affecting the team’sresults. Making conscious choices and agreements on whatprinciples you will adopt can potentially change everything aboutyour involvement in sport.

Without exception, a set of positive, consistently applied teamvalues and principles will provide the most effective foundation tofulfilling your Dream. Nothing is more powerful in harnessingindividual passions and purposefully guiding them towards acommon goal.

It doesn’t matter whether your team is just you and your coach, oryou are a member of a 30 person squad, the team principles youadopt will set the parameters for your journey towards success.Ultimately, they will form the basis for everything that you do.

Ask yourself these questions:

What qualities do you need your team to embody in order toguarantee the fastest rate of improvement? What values wouldgenerate the highest level of mutual co-operation and support?What kind of team philosophy would deliver the most efficientcommunication between you, your team-mates and your coach?And finally, if you committed to uphold a set of principles thatwould create the most positive, inspiring training environmentpossible and your team’s greatest opportunity for competitivesuccess, what would those principles be?


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COACHING LORE:

“I coached a pair of athletes on the 1999 FIVB Beach Volleyball World Tourwhere their individual perspectives on just about everything were contrary tosay the least. Although our team goal was clear, how to go about gettingthere was constantly in dispute and we found it nearly impossible to findcommon ground on even the simplest of issues. We decided it was necessaryto create a formal set of Team Core Principles that would serve as ourfoundation for moving forward.

After hours of brainstorming and highly charged discussion, everyone finallyagreed on a set of Core Principles we wanted to adopt. However, because ofthe intensity of ongoing personality clashes within the team, I remainednervous regarding the actual degree of commitment the players wouldinvest. The emotional pressures these athletes were confronting wereconsiderable and I knew it would not be easy for them to uphold principlesthat demanded what were in some cases, significant changes in both attitudeand behaviour.

To make the degree of my expectations and our commitment to the TeamPrinciples perfectly clear, I had all players (and myself) verbally agree tounconditionally adopt the new agreements and then, each of us signed thePrinciples document with a drop of our own blood.

Over the top? Perhaps. But the symbolism and gravity of the ritual madecertain everyone knew we were deadly serious. And in the ensuing months,those Principles and that ritual allowed us to achieve things that otherwisewould never have been possible.”



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PASSION

Whilst the ability to control our emotions is essential atevery level of competition, that does not mean locking themaway completely. We are feeling human beings, NOT robots.It is in the channelling of our passions through the sports

we love that the fuel for success is released.

Allow yourself to feel your passion…It is the most powerful energy you have!

“I JUST LOVE TO PLAY…”

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FAITH

Mantra for the 21st century athlete

I prepare my body…For physical DOING.

I condition my mind…For intellectual THINKING.

I open my heart…For emotional FEELING.

I invoke my soul…For spiritual BELIEVING.

Don’t look to technology or science for your miracles.In the future, faith will be the key.

“FAITH IS ALL I NEED…”


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INTEGRITY

Having integrity means telling the whole truth,standing up for what you believe in and never,

ever, compromising your principles.

Integrity is ALL or NOTHING…And your most basic foundation for success.

“MY INTEGRITY MAKES ME STRONG…”

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ADVENTURE

There are no guarantees in this game we play,no way of knowing what the future will bring.

When we accept that our most meticulous planning can beturned upside down by the mere whims of fate,

even our lowliest experiences take on new meaning in thegreater journey we travel.

Life is an adventure…It should be lived accordingly.

“LET’S GO FOR IT…”


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COURAGE

Stop…Take a deep breath…

And turn to face your fear.

When confronted by genuine courage,your doubts and anxiety will have nowhere to hide.

“I HAVE NOTHING TO FEAR…”

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HUMILITY

Win or lose, a humble athlete alwaysbrings honour to their sport.

What greater accolade can asportsperson ever receive?

“I BRING HONOUR TO MY SPORT…”


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PERSISTENCE

If you wish to learn the meaning of persistence…study ants.

They know nothing of defeat, limitation or excuses. Only that they have a job to do and they must keep going,

come what may, until it is done.

Ants WILL find a way.They will die before they quit.

“I’LL KEEP GOING…NO MATTER WHAT…”

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