Times of India: I never play for records

Nona Walia

Rupinder Pal Singh, Hockey player, spills the bean of his de-stress mantra…

Balancing happiness and success: Balance of mind is extremely important. It helps you maintain focus. I meditate and make sure I take a good vacation.

Life lessons: I try not to complain about things. It is very important to believe in yourself and stay motivated. Always surround yourself with positive people.

What inspires you while playing: I want to make my country proud.

Spiritual quotient: Happiness in little things.

Winning or losing: Winning motivates you to perform better; while losing is a lesson.

How do you handle drawbacks: It’s no rocket science – keep it simple just by addressing the problem.

The secret to eating healthy: Exercise regularly, stay hydrated and rest well.

One thing that changed you: I live by my father’s motto: No matter how successful you become, stay humble, stay grounded! I want to give my best, stand tall as a defender and score like a champion.

Personal goals for 2018: I never play for records!

What motivates you: Winning.

Your daily regimen: Eat, train and rest.