Tuesday, October 12, 2021

Develop a Stronger Mental Game to Enhance Performance and Defeat Pressure

Here's a cross-post from my basketball blog focusing on defeating doubt and developing confidence. 

It includes specific recommendations and helpful books. 

  • Atomic Habits by James Clear
  • Performing Under Pressure by Weisinger and Pawliw-Fry
  • Ten Minute Toughness by Jason Selk
Here's an excerpt:

Practice exercises to build confidence. Here are a few: 
  • Look confident. Stand tall. Make yourself big. There's data to suggest doing so increases testosterone and decreases stress hormones (cortisol). 
  • Keep a compliments journal. 
  • Reflect on our skills. How do we add value? 
  • Replace negative thoughts with positive ones.
  • Create a self-esteem collage. 
  • Listen to upbeat music. 


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