Mental Performance Daily with Brian Cain

The Steph Curry Shot

Sep 16, 2025
Explore the secrets behind Steph Curry's legendary long-range shooting. Discover how preparation and practice fuel confidence in performance. Gain insights on reflecting on personal successes to enhance self-belief. This discussion offers practical tips and motivation for athletes to close the gap between their current and desired performance.
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ANECDOTE

How Steph Rewrote The Game

  • Steph Curry rewrote basketball by pulling up from 30 feet with absolute belief and confidence.
  • Brian Cain explains that Curry's confidence came from thousands of unseen reps before the lights were on.
INSIGHT

Confidence Is Stored Memory

  • Confidence is not magic; it's memory formed by preparation and repetition.
  • Your brain recalls that preparation and translates it into belief during performance.
ADVICE

Build A Confidence Bank Account

  • Create a confidence bank account by writing three moments daily when preparation produced desired results.
  • Review those deposits before competition to stoke confidence like a flame.
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