As I was scrolling through my Instagram feed last week, a post targeting high school and college wrestlers caught my attention. It boldly proclaimed, “Belief comes from suffering.” The intent behind the post was clear – to inspire athletes to push their limits and embrace the challenges that come with their chosen sport. However, my […]
There is an underlying character trait that serves as the cornerstone of mental toughness and confidence: courage. Before athletes can embark on the path of becoming mentally tougher and more confident, they must first possess the courage to face challenges, confront fears, and embrace the unknown. Courage acts as the catalyst, igniting a series of […]
There is a subtle but significant difference between choices and decisions. According to the Oxford English Dictionary, “a choice is the act of selecting or making a decision when faced with two or more possibilities and a decision is the conclusion or resolution reached after consideration.” Another way to think about it is that a […]