Novak
Djokovic
Tennis Champion
Novak Djokovic is a Serbian tennis player, considered one of the greatest of all time with 20+ Grand Slam titles. Beyond rigorous physical training, Djokovic has long focused on mental conditioning and spirituality to gain an edge. He survived a war-torn childhood and emerged by hard work – and, as he often notes, by mastering his mind through meditation and visualization.
Visualization & Energy Alignment
Djokovic openly discusses how mental visualization and the law of attraction are central to his success. He uses meditation not just for relaxation but to vividly imagine match scenarios and ideal outcomes. "Visualization is a big part of everybody's life, not just athletes. I strongly believe in visualization," Djokovic told The New York Times. "I believe that there is a law of attraction: You get the things that you produce in your thoughts. Life just works that way."
Before big matches he mentally rehearses key points and himself holding the trophy. Even when down in a match, he recalls these positive visualizations to stay confident. He also emphasizes emotional vibration: staying grateful and optimistic.
Champion Mindset
Djokovic has worked with spiritual mentors and has been seen reading energy/healing books; he's credited periods of unprecedented dominance to feeling "in the zone," which he describes almost as a higher state of consciousness. "I always try to imagine myself as a winner. I think there is power to that," he says.
By aligning his thoughts, emotions, and intentions with victory – essentially manifesting success internally – he consistently manages to turn those inner visions into real titles, even under immense pressure. Notably, Djokovic recovered from a serious slump by using mindfulness and belief techniques to rekindle his champion form.