There are two ways I approach understanding what innately motivates a child. First, I like to look at their behaviors using the Strengths Based Parenting approach. Yearning: What activities or environments is your child repeatedly drawn to or eager to try? Rapid learning: What new skills or activities does your child pick up quickly and easily? Satisfaction: When […]
Athletes who are sore losers and perfectionist have a greater risk of burning out than others. Sore losers and perfectionists feel they must win 100% of the time. This sets them up for major disappointment and possibly depression at some point in their life. A research study done at the University of Alberta by sport […]
Great coaches are few and far between. When you find one, cherish that person as their coaching will be a huge difference maker in your life. Although there are many characteristics that differentiate a great coach from all other coaches, most of these characteristics are difficult to identify on the surface level. However, there is […]