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.