Self-talk significantly impacts an athlete’s mental state and performance, especially in young athletes. Parental influence is profound in shaping these inner dialogues. Criticism, even when well-intended, can often be internalized as negative self-talk. This guide provides a pathway for parents to recognize and modify their own behaviors to foster confidence and positive self-talk in their […]
When it comes to competing in sports, we often focus on the physical aspect of preparation. We dedicate time to warming up our bodies, stretching our muscles, and getting our physical game plan in order. However, what many athletes overlook is the importance of warming up their mind before they step onto the mat, field, […]
One of the biggest misconceptions about raising confident children is that you can speak it into existence. While I’m a big proponent of the “words matter” school of thought as well as an advocate of positive self-talk, there is a major caveat when it comes to confidence. Particularly, when it comes to raising confident children, […]