Confidence in sports, tips, and strategies for athletes, performers, sports parents, to improve performance.
What is Stable Confidence? Does confidence change depending on the record or ability of your opponents? Some athletes only feel confident when they compete against weaker opponents and less confident against tougher competition… Your confidence sinks when you become “wowed” by your opponent’s record, skills, or talent level. Focusing on your opponent takes the focus off your talents, … Sport Psychology Article…
Do you Contribute to Pressure During Competitions? It’s interesting to think about how we contribute to pressure. Pressure doesn’t merely exist; it is shaped by our thoughts and feelings about competing in certain situations. Pressure is a personal experience, and your relationship to pressure impacts your anxiety and performance levels. What affects your relationship with pressure? *Belief – … Sport Psychology Article…
Facing the Worst Conditions in a Competition Were you able to concentrate on competing, or did the weather or arena mentally affect your performance? Wind, rain, snow, excessive heat, frigid temperatures, and glaring sun can affect playing surfaces and competition conditions. It is challenging to be your best when weather conditions are not optimal. But why do some … Sport Psychology Article…
Self-Doubt Makes Competition Harder at a High Level When you sap your own confidence, your potential is limited… Even though you might be a talented athlete, doubts can weigh down your confidence and not allow it to grow. However, one thing compounds the problem–listening to other doubters. When your ears are open to the naysayers, you may be … Sport Psychology Article…
Do you Think of Yourself as “Just an Average Player”? Do you feel you don’t have the talent to get to the next level? Some athletes feel as though they have plateaued in their sport. They think they have gone as far as they can and their best days are behind them. For some athletes, these thoughts come … Sport Psychology Article…
Do you Take Risks to Help you Succeed in your Sport? Does fear or making mistakes or lack of confidence with a new skill prevent you from taking risks? We’re not talking about unhealthy or dangerous risks, but those tough challenges that push you towards greater heights… Risk-taking means pushing your limits, getting out of your comfort zone, … Sport Psychology Article…