Chop Wood Carry Water: How to Fall In Love With the Process of Becoming Great

Why does Medcalf choose the format of an extended parable to deliver his advice on a mindset for success?

John and Akira are fictional characters whose journeys, struggles, lessons, and outcomes are orchestrated by Medcalf. What is gained or lost in knowing that John is not a real person?

If mental toughness and a healthy mindset encourage a lack of competition and comparison, then why do athletes compete?