I have been giving my daughter mental training lessons since she was 2 years old. Every day, we practice affirmations: I am strong. I am confident. I can do hard things. I am unique. Every day, we practice using our breath to help us through moments of frustration, anxiety, or fear. Every day, we […]

    87% of our moms report that their daughter’s coach does not incorporate mental skills as a part of their training.  Which is too bad! But, before you start blaming, it’s not all their fault.  Here’s why I believe most coaches don’t focus on the mental side of the game: As much as we […]

  Research tells us that a daughter’s confidence is closely tied to her mom’s confidence.  Everything from what you think, say, and do can influence your daughter’s perception of herself.  I don’t know about you, but this can feel really daunting to me!  It’s most obvious when it comes to body image –  What we […]

  Mentally tough and confident athletes do things differently. They think, speak, and behave in a way that stands out and allows them to be confident on the court/field and in their life.  Here’s the deal – all athletes are guaranteed to face similar challenges.  it’s part of being an athlete. But what separates the […]

  Have you ever played the game “Whack-A-Mole” at an arcade?  That’s the exact image that comes to mind when I’m talking to parents, coaches, and athletes about common struggles that they are having while trying to compete and achieve peak performance in their sports! Most want a quick-fix to what’s going on. Make it […]

  We have Meg O’Rouke back on the podcast to answer your questions around resolutions and how to set goals for yourself while modeling healthy habits for your daughter.  Meg was recently on the podcast talking all about the diet culture and how our resolutions can often do more harm than good when it comes […]

  Are you a proud parent of an athlete daughter? Do you want to help her boost her confidence? Do you want to see her not only excel in her sport but also flourish with confidence in all aspects of life? If you’re nodding along, you’re in the right place! Today, I want to share […]

  Hey there, sports moms and enthusiasts! Today, we’ve got something special for you – in this episode, we dive into sports culture and all the challenges that come with it. Joining us is clinical sports psychologist and mom of four girl athletes, Hillary Cauthen, a passionate advocate for embracing personal growth, enhancing performance, and […]