Managing the moment is one of the most crucial parts of playing with confidence and the mental game! A lot of the other skills, including ones I have addressed in earlier post like “DEAL” are directly related to it. The goal is to get to the point where you use them together to help you […]
I was talking with a friend of mine about his new business and his philosophy regarding doing things the right way. He passionately related his stance that it was imperative to their success that they correctly develop and deploy their game changing product. In essence “we have to do it RIGHT, not for right now.” […]
The mind doesn’t distinguish between “Do” and “Don’t.” For example, let’s say you are playing golf and there is a water hazard to your right. If you are thinking “Don’t hit it in the water” or “watch out for the water” or even “you have to hit it over the water” you are introducing a negative […]
“Winning isn’t everything; it’s the only thing” is a well-known quote in sports. Its origin is said to have come from UCLA Bruins football coach Henry Russell (“Red”) Sanders, who gave two different versions of the quote. In 1950, speaking at a physical education workshop, Sanders told his group: “Men, I’ll be honest. Winning isn’t […]
Sooner or later we all get injured. I won’t water it down or sugar coat the fact that getting injured sucks! But the reality is, despite your current state of confusion, anger or doubt that you’ll ever play again you WILL. You will heal & you will play again. (more…)
The Giants, a ragtag bunch of misfits as labeled by their manager Bruce Bochey, got the job done in 5 games. They exhibited superior pitching, hitting, defense and coaching by out scoring the Rangers 29-12. That is impressive to say the least! I heard Bruce Bochy say after they (more…)
When things don’t go our way whether in life or sport we can be tempted to hang our heads, complain and even give up. But this will get us nothing but more misery and heartache. Instead, we should keep pushing forward, remembering & believing in our dreams and NEVER GIVE UP! Winston Churchill was quoted […]
BYU’s Austen Jorgensen pumps his fist as the BYU defense stops the Washington Huskies on September 4, 2010 in the final minutes to ensure victory. Congratulations to Austen and the rest of the his team! I love the look on his face! It’s one of confidence, accomplishment and pure joy! I just want to use […]
Although sport psychology is gaining in popularity and acceptance there are still questions about what it is & how it helps improve performance. Let me put your mind at ease, no pun intended! Every athlete or other type of performer that contacts me is usually wanting to enhance their game by working on the mental […]
Are you getting ready for your season, race or next event now? I am talking about physically and mentally. The off season is where the difference can be made. Now I am not saying don’t rest or take a break but don’t wait for training camp to get ready and get in shape. (more…)
