The Dad Edge Podcast The Silent Secret to Your Kid's Best Game ft. Steve Magness
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Jan 20, 2025 
Steve Magness, a world-renowned performance expert and bestselling author, shares invaluable insights into boosting children's mental toughness in sports. He discusses practical strategies for parents to enhance their young athletes' confidence before games and manage emotions afterward. The conversation dives into the power of a growth mindset and reframing anxiety as a positive force. Magness also emphasizes fostering self-belief and healthy communication, all rooted in his upcoming book, 'Win the Inside Game,' revealing how mindset shapes performance.
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Wrestling Journey
- Larry Hagner's son wrestled in little league but hated it, only doing it because of his brother.
- He later rediscovered wrestling in high school and now loves it, showing how kids' interests evolve.
Pre-Match Jitters
- Hagner's son was nervous before a wrestling match against a state finalist, showing pre-competition jitters are common.
- Hagner wasn't sure how to give an effective pep talk, highlighting the need for guidance.
Reframing Stress
- Normalize pre-game stress, explaining it's the body's natural preparation for challenges.
- Frame competition as a challenge, emphasizing personal growth over winning or losing.
