<p>Have you ever felt like losing meant your life was over?</p> <p>When did you realize it’s okay to fail?</p> <p>Today, Jay sits down with four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka to explore her journey beyond the tennis court. Naomi, known for her powerful game and quiet resilience, opens up about the challenges of fame, the weight of expectations, and how motherhood has reshaped her outlook on life.</p> <p>Jay and Naomi discuss the pressure of being a high-performance athlete, the loneliness that can accompany success, and the struggles of maintaining a sense of self in an industry that often reduces people to their achievements. Naomi candidly describes how, for years, her self-worth was tied to her ranking and performance, but becoming a mother has given her a new perspective—one that prioritizes joy, presence, and growth over perfection.</p> <p>The conversation also dives into Naomi’s evolving relationship with competition. While she once measured her success by titles and trophies, she now finds fulfillment in self-discovery and personal progress.</p> <p>In this interview, you'll learn:</p> <p>How to Detach Your Self-Worth from Achievements</p> <p>How to Cope with External Expectations and Criticism</p> <p>How to Use Journaling for Self-Reflection and Growth</p> <p>How to Prioritize Mental Health in High-Pressure Situations</p> <p>How to Learn from Setbacks Without Letting Them Define You</p> <p>Success is not just about winning; it’s about growing, learning, and showing up for yourself every day.</p> <p>With Love and Gratitude,</p> <p>Jay Shetty</p> <p><strong><em>Join over 750,000 people to receive my most transformative wisdom directly in your inbox every single week with my free newsletter. Subscribe </em></strong><a href="https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe"><strong><em>here</em></strong></a><strong><em>.</em></strong></p> <p><strong>What We Discuss:</strong></p> <p>00:00 Intro</p> <p>001:39 Open Discussions About Mental Health</p> <p>02:50 Impulsiveness as an Athlete</p> <p>05:08 Moving From Japan to USA</p> <p>07:43 Lifelong Training and Career</p> <p>09:54 Incorporating Culture in Fashion</p> <p>12:18 Discipline and Diet</p> <p>13:34 Indulging in Guilty Pleasures</p> <p>15:49 Passing Time While Having Impulsive Tendencies</p> <p>17:39 Winning the First Grand Slam </p> <p>20:01 Dealing with Public Hate</p> <p>22:26 A Long-Time Serena Williams Fan</p> <p>24:09 Experiencing Motherhood </p> <p>26:31 The Different Facets of Life</p> <p>28:21 The Power of Journaling</p> <p>30:47 Loving the Life You're Living</p> <p>33:49 The Habit Comparing Yourself to Others</p> <p>35:37 Stop Chasing Your Old Self</p> <p>37:14 Motherhood Realizations</p> <p>38:39 Rigorous Training After Giving Birth</p> <p>40:45 Setting Boundaries During PressCon</p> <p>42:30 No One Can Predict Someone's Path</p> <p>43:36 Finding Calmness Through Meditation</p> <p>46:37 Setting New Goals</p> <p>49:18 Shamed for Taking a Break</p> <p>53:10 Getting Support from Fellow Athletes</p> <p>54:45 Friendships and Camaraderie</p> <p>56:00 Mentored by Kobe Bryant</p> <p>58:24 The Haitian Way of Giving</p> <p>59:56 Who Are You Spending Your Time With the Most?</p> <p>01:03:22 Loving Yourself and How You Look</p> <p>01:04:33 Game Day Routine</p> <p>01:06:24 You're Never Alone</p> <p>01:07:58 Fear of Being Forgotten</p> <p>01:11:33 Naomi on Final Five</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>