25. Building Resilience: Helping Young Athletes Thrive Under Pressure
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In this episode of Gettin' Gritty with Dr. J, Dr. Julie Wiernik and guest John Largent delve into the challenges faced by young athletes under pressure. From the negative impact of perfectionism to the importance of embracing mistakes, they explore the key factors in fostering resilience and confidence. But just as they start to uncover the solutions, their conversation takes an unexpected turn, leaving the audience hanging, wondering how these challenges will be overcome.
In this episode, you will be able to:
Uncover the hidden obstacles that young athletes confront when under pressure.
Explore the destructive impact of harsh coaching styles on a player's performance.
Recognize the crucial need for reassessing traditional coaching tactics.
Learn how to handle slip-ups confidently, thus fueling personal growth and sportsmanship.
Realize the pitfalls of perfectionism and the power of effort-centric focus in sports.
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