In this conversation, Jay sits down with Olympic medalist and world champion fencer Miles Chamley-Watson to explore the mindset behind true resilience. Miles opens up about how fencing became his anchor through a difficult childhood, and the lessons shaped by failure, racism, family trauma, and the pressure of competing on the world’s biggest stages. Together, they unpack how confidence is earned through competence, how adversity can be turned into fuel, and why real success is staying rooted in who you are while creating opportunities for others. Throughout the episode, Miles shares the principles that helped him turn setbacks into purpose and use his platform to inspire the next generation.

In this episode you'll learn:

How to Turn Setbacks Into Fuel for Success

How to Perform Under Extreme Pressure

How to Build Resilience Through Adversity

How to Stop Letting Fear Control Your Decisions

How to Create a Life Bigger Than Your Achievements

How to Be the Person Others Can Look Up To

No matter where you are in your journey, remember that you don’t have to be perfect to move forward. Keep learning, stay true to who you are, and trust that growth often happens in the moments that test you the most.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

01:39 Why Is It So Hard to Fit In?

03:28 How Fencing Changed My Life

04:47 The Power of the Right Guidance

06:59 Why Every Great Athlete Needs a Mentor

09:09 Learn to Lose Before You Learn to Win

10:28 Bouncing Back From Your Biggest Defeat

13:58 Breaking Barriers in a Traditionally White Sport

16:19 Turning Anger Into a Competitive Advantage

18:22 What It Takes to Train Like a World-Class Fencer

20:47 Preparing for Competition Day

21:57 Reading and Anticipating Your Opponent

23:06 The Tragic Incident That Changed Fencing Forever

27:50 The Road to Olympic Success

33:00 Reconnecting With an Estranged Parent

39:15 When Life Leaves You Feeling Helpless

44:50 Staying True to Yourself Through Success

46:38 The Role Models Who Shaped My Life

51:01 The Importance of Strong Male Friendships 

53:20 What is Inside a Professional Fencer’s Gear Bag?

57:17 Miles on Final Five 

Episode Resources:

Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/fencer

In this conversation, Jay sits down with Olympic medalist and world champion fencer Miles Chamley-Watson to explore the mindset behind true resilience. Miles opens up about how fencing became his anchor through a difficult childhood, and the lessons shaped by failure, racism, family trauma, and the pressure of competing on the world&rsquo;s biggest stages. Together, they unpack how confidence is earned through competence, how adversity can be turned into fuel, and why real success is staying rooted in who you are while creating opportunities for others. Throughout the episode, Miles shares the principles that helped him turn setbacks into purpose and use his platform to inspire the next generation.
In this episode you'll learn:
How to Turn Setbacks Into Fuel for Success
How to Perform Under Extreme Pressure
How to Build Resilience Through Adversity
How to Stop Letting Fear Control Your Decisions
How to Create a Life Bigger Than Your Achievements
How to Be the Person Others Can Look Up To
No matter where you are in your journey, remember that you don&rsquo;t have to be perfect to move forward. Keep learning, stay true to who you are, and trust that growth often happens in the moments that test you the most.
With Love and Gratitude,
Jay Shetty
JAY&rsquo;S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX
Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe <a href="https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe">https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe</a> &nbsp;
Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! <a href="https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast">https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast</a>&nbsp;
What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro
01:39 Why Is It So Hard to Fit In?
03:28 How Fencing Changed My Life
04:47 The Power of the Right Guidance
06:59 Why Every Great Athlete Needs a Mentor
09:09 Learn to Lose Before You Learn to Win
10:28 Bouncing Back From Your Biggest Defeat
13:58 Breaking Barriers in a Traditionally White Sport
16:19 Turning Anger Into a Competitive Advantage
18:22 What It Takes to Train Like a World-Class Fencer
20:47 Preparing for Competition Day
21:57 Reading and Anticipating Your Opponent
23:06 The Tragic Incident That Changed Fencing Forever
27:50 The Road to Olympic Success
33:00 Reconnecting With an Estranged Parent
39:15 When Life Leaves You Feeling Helpless
44:50 Staying True to Yourself Through Success
46:38 The Role Models Who Shaped My Life
51:01 The Importance of Strong Male Friendships&nbsp;
53:20 What is Inside a Professional Fencer&rsquo;s Gear Bag?
57:17 Miles on Final Five&nbsp;
Episode Resources:
Instagram | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/fencer">https://www.instagram.com/fencer</a>

I’m Jay Shetty host of On Purpose the worlds #1 Mental Health podcast and I’m so grateful you found us. I started this podcast 5 years ago to invite you into conversations and workshops that are designed to help make you happier, healthier and more healed. I believe that when you (yes you) feel seen, heard and understood you’re able to deal with relationship struggles, work challenges and life’s ups and downs with more ease and grace.

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I’m Jay Shetty host of On Purpose the worlds #1 Mental Health podcast and I’m so grateful you found us. I started this podcast 5 years ago to invite you into conversations and workshops that are designed to help make you happier, healthier and more healed. I believe that when you (yes you) feel seen, heard and understood you’re able to deal with relationship struggles, work challenges and life’s ups and downs with more ease and grace.
I interview experts, celebrities, thought leaders and athletes so that we can grow our mindset, build better habits and uncover a side of them we’ve never seen before. New episodes every Monday and Friday. Your support means the world to me and I don’t take it for granted — click the follow button and leave a review to help us spread the love with On Purpose. I can’t wait for you to listen to your first or 500th episode!

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My name is Jay Shetty, and my purpose is to make wisdom go viral. I’m fortunate to have fascinating conversations with the most insightful people in the world, and on my podcast, I’m sharing those conversations with you. New episodes Mondays and Fridays. Please rate and review the podcast if you enjoy it. Live life today ON PURPOSE.

Miles Chamley-Watson: #1 Mindset Shift That Changes Everything (Try THIS to Stay Sharp, Focused, and In Control)

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