The High Performance Podcast The Voice in Your Head Can Make or Break You
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May 30, 2025 Explore how the voice in your head can either boost or hinder your performance. Discover strategies elite athletes use to transform negative self-talk into positive affirmations. Learn the importance of parental support and how reframing anxiety can enhance confidence. Dive into the power of visualization to reduce stress and improve results. Gain insights into managing your inner voice and cultivating resilience, while adopting different perspectives for a healthier mindset. Mastering your self-talk could be your game changer!
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Denise Lewis's Inner Dialogue Trick
- Denise Lewis used distant self-talk by imagining herself as world champion Astrid Cumberness to perform better after a poor event at Sydney Olympics.
- She changed her inner dialogue and posture, which helped her regain confidence and focus.
Turn Critic Into Coach
- Start by becoming aware of your inner voice since it often runs unnoticed.
- Practice speaking to yourself like a teammate to transform self-criticism into supportive coaching.
The Brain's Primal 'Chimp' Critic
- The brain's inner critic is a primal 'chimp' voice that evolved to keep us safe but can cause stress if unmanaged.
- Articulating worries out loud or writing them down helps calm the chimp and engage rational thinking.