Korab Idrizi

Korab Idrizi, a former tight end at Boston College and current PhD student, dives deep into stress management strategies for coaches and athletes. The importance of sleep and emotional regulation is highlighted, showcasing how they affect performance. Korab shares personal techniques like exercise, meditation, and journaling to combat stress. He also connects lessons from competitive sports to academic challenges, illustrating how discipline can help in high-pressure situations. Intuition's role in coaching decisions adds a fascinating layer to their conversation.

Korab Idrizi, a former Boston College tight end and PhD candidate in psychology, dives into the complex world of perfectionism in youth sports. He discusses how perfectionism can both drive success and damage self-worth, particularly for young athletes facing immense pressure. The conversation highlights the importance of shifting focus from outcomes to processes, fostering joy in sports, and the necessity of supportive coaching. Korab also emphasizes mindfulness techniques to help athletes manage anxiety and find their flow in performance.