Coaching Mind's Podcast: Perform at your best! #121 - Focus Cycle Pt 3: What if "positive self-talk" doesn't work?
Sep 17, 2024
What if your go-to statement fails? This discussion tackles the struggle many athletes face with self-talk. It emphasizes the importance of authentic phrases backed by personal experiences and preparation. Techniques include the power of repetition, adjusting statements when needed, and using environmental cues to remember them. Learn how to shift negative thoughts through reframing and choose effective responses to setbacks. The focus is on building genuine confidence rather than masking anxiety for peak performance.
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Self-Talk Requires Practice
- Positive self-talk is not magical and requires repeated practice to convince the brain.
- The brain that fixes problems needs evidence and repetition to accept confident statements.
MRI Tube Calm Through Repetition
- Ben used a Bible verse to calm himself inside an MRI tube by repeating it until he slowed down.
- The repetition stopped his panic long enough to complete the scan despite a physical trigger returning later.
Say It With Conviction
- Say your go-to statement with conviction, eye contact, and practice it often to make it believable.
- Use tone, volume, and physical cues (mirror, mumbled/out-loud) to convince your mind you've earned confidence.
