{"id":19479,"date":"2024-12-12T12:01:41","date_gmt":"2024-12-12T17:01:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.peaksports.com\/sports-psychology-blog\/?p=19479"},"modified":"2025-06-17T08:27:03","modified_gmt":"2025-06-17T12:27:03","slug":"how-to-move-on-after-a-bad-performance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.peaksports.com\/sports-psychology-blog\/how-to-move-on-after-a-bad-performance\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Move on After a\u00a0Bad Performance"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peaksports.com\/sports-psychology-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/bad-performance.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.peaksports.com\/sports-psychology-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/bad-performance.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.peaksports.com\/sports-psychology-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/bad-performance-300x150.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_is_Having_a_Bad_Memory_a_Good_Thing_in_Sports\"><\/span>When is Having a Bad Memory a Good Thing in Sports?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Article Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #0769bf;color:#0769bf\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #0769bf;color:#0769bf\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.peaksports.com\/sports-psychology-blog\/how-to-move-on-after-a-bad-performance\/#When_is_Having_a_Bad_Memory_a_Good_Thing_in_Sports\" >When is Having a Bad Memory a Good Thing in Sports?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.peaksports.com\/sports-psychology-blog\/how-to-move-on-after-a-bad-performance\/#Use_a_bad_performance_as_motivation\" >Use a bad performance as motivation<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.peaksports.com\/sports-psychology-blog\/how-to-move-on-after-a-bad-performance\/#Here_is_what_Elliott_said\" >Here is what Elliott said:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.peaksports.com\/sports-psychology-blog\/how-to-move-on-after-a-bad-performance\/#Related_Sports_Psychology_Article\" >Related Sports Psychology Article<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.peaksports.com\/sports-psychology-blog\/how-to-move-on-after-a-bad-performance\/#The_Composed_Athlete_Digital_Download\" >The Composed Athlete (Digital Download)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<p>Too often in sports, bad memories interfere with present <strong>performance<\/strong>. Think back to a time when you made a crucial mistake in a competition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You replayed that moment over and over. No matter what you were attempting in the moment, that past mistake kept popping up in your head. Focusing in the moment felt impossible. Your confidence was shattered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not only did those memories hurt your current <strong>performance<\/strong>, but you dragged those bad memories with you to practice, affecting your training sessions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you went to your next competition, you carried those negative memories with you, and, no surprise, you had another bad game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The refusal to shed negative memories and allowing mistakes to linger in your mind breeds further mistakes and poor <strong>performances<\/strong>. And, yes, it is a refusal to move on because you could make a different choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead of focusing on negative <strong>performances<\/strong>, bad decisions, and mistakes, you could choose to focus on improving your technique in practice, visualize how you could make better decisions in future competitions, or immerse yourself in preparing for your next game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Use_a_bad_performance_as_motivation\"><\/span>Use a bad performance as motivation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Moving on requires a conscious amnesia. That is not to say to ignore past errors. The past can provide valuable insights on <strong>performing<\/strong> optimally in the future. The key is to learn and let go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you consciously choose to move on, you eliminate an intrusive distraction, giving you the power to focus on being your best in the moment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Philadelphia Eagles kicker Jake Elliott has had a down year during the 2024 NFL season. Elliott had his best statistical year in 2023, making 93.8 percent of his field goal attempts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Through 13 games of the current season, Elliott\u2019s field goal percentage is only 75 percent. Elliott does not lack skill; he has been a clutch kicker throughout his career. So, how does Elliott plan to return to his previous level of play?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Elliott is focused on finding a solution. In other words, Elliott is focused forward. To focus on the present, you must shed the weight of negative memories or, to say it another way, have a short memory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Here_is_what_Elliott_said\"><\/span>Here is what Elliott said:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ELLIOTT<\/strong>: \u201c<em>I gotta watch the film. And take a look in the mirror and figure out\u2026figure out fast.\u201d I still really feel confident in myself. Feel like I\u2019m hitting the ball well this year. So, I don\u2019t wanna overemphasize one game. Just wanna go back to through the process and figure out.<\/em>\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you place too much emphasis on mistakes, it robs you of the opportunity to perform at your peak in the moment\u2026 and the present is what matters most.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After a bad game, ask yourself, \u201cWhat can I learn from this game?\u201d How can I work to prevent making this mistake in the future?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This strategy is the learning component. Next comes the \u201cLet Go&#8221; phase. In this phase, tell yourself, \u201cI refuse to allow past mistakes to affect my performance in the present.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By learning and letting go, you can grow your game rather than getting stuck in the past.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"block-979ef383-5bc7-43ee-b8f9-249663ca1a6c\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Related_Sports_Psychology_Article\"><\/span>Related Sports Psychology Article<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peaksports.com\/sports-psychology-blog\/how-to-deal-with-an-unexpected-sports-loss\/\"><strong>&nbsp;How to Deal with an Unexpected Sports Loss<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peaksports.com\/sports-psychology-blog\/how-athletes-respond-to-a-loss\/\"><strong>How Athletes Respond to a Loss<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peaksports.com\/sports-psychology-blog\/how-to-evaluate-losses-for-more-confidence\/\"><strong>How to Evaluate Losses for More Confidence<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Composed_Athlete_Digital_Download\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.peaksports.com\/products\/the-composed-athlete-digital\" title=\"\">The Composed Athlete (Digital Download)<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"225\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/www.peaksports.com\/sports-psychology-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/composed-athlete-small.jpg\" alt=\"The Composed Athlete Workbook &amp; Audio\" class=\"wp-image-19327\" style=\"width:160px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>\u201cThe Composed Athlete\u201d audio and workbook program helps you gain a competitive edge by improving your composure in competition. Learn the best ways to let go of mistakes and overcome frustration and dwelling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cMy son Jake has struggled with composure for as long as I can remember. He is doing the&nbsp;<strong>Composed Athlete<\/strong>&nbsp;program and is about half-way through. He had the biggest, most stressful wrestling tournament of his season this past weekend. I have never seen him demonstrate such composure and sportsmanship -ever. I was so happy I was fighting back tears. It\u2019s been a long and frustrating road. 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