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Importance of Rational Thinking in Sports Performance
The chapter emphasizes the significance of rational thinking in high-performance mindset, advocating for evidence-based and logical decision-making in sport. It explores the role of controlling emotions through cognitive restructuring, rather than avoiding or distracting oneself, to effectively manage emotions. Additionally, it discusses the impact of rational and irrational thinking in sports performance, highlighting the importance of maintaining a balance between motivation-driven irrational self-talk and overall functional beliefs rooted in rationality.