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When you see your daughter playing the sport she loves, do you see goals for her? I’m not saying your goal about her play at the next level. Just simply the goal of seeing her enjoy more of what she’s doing. And develop confidence through it. If you have that dream for her, then […]
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Looking for a way to help your daughter build confidence, level-up in her game AND help you support her, know what to say, and improve your relationship? Listen in as Colleen and Amelia share their journey through The Elite Competitor Program. Then, as Colleen says, “if anyone is on the fence about this, please just […]
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The car ride home after the game is one of your biggest opportunities to build your daughter’s confidence. Unfortunately, many parents turn this into one of the most dreaded parts of an athlete’s playing experience. Don’t be one of them! Moms, you have a significant impact on your daughters’ self-esteem. And I don’t want […]
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Elite Competitor Society member asks: I know my daughter would really benefit from mental training, However, she isn’t convinced that she needs it. How do I tell her what it’s about without making it seem like I think something is “wrong” with her that needs fixing? For an opportunity to have your question answered, make […]
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Let’s go ahead and say it: the old-school “suck it up” mindset isn’t doing your athlete any favors. In fact, it might be doing the opposite.
This episode wraps up our 4-part Summer Confidence Series by addressing something that shows up all over youth sports, often without question: the idea that mental toughness is everything. But what if that approach is actually setting your daughter back?
Let’s break it down, step by step. No fluff. Just real talk.
#253: Summer Confidence Series (Part 4 of 4): Why Mental Toughness Is Overrated – What To Do Instead
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You see it all the time.
Your daughter walks off the field with slumped shoulders. She’s quiet in the car ride home, maybe frustrated tears in her eyes. You try to encourage her, “You did great!”, but she shrugs it off or snaps, “You don’t get it, Mom.”
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Mistakes are part of every athlete’s experience, whether your daughter is just starting out in sports or she’s been competing for years. The way she handles those mistakes, though? That can make all the difference in how much she enjoys the game, how well she plays, and how confident she feels, both on and off the field.
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Tryouts can feel like a lot. Your heart’s racing, your palms are sweaty, and suddenly it feels like everything’s riding on this one moment. But here’s the truth: tryouts aren’t about becoming someone new. They’re your chance to show off the work you’ve already put in. That’s it. And that mindset shift? It changes everything. […]
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Let’s talk about summer: not the relaxing-by-the-pool kind, but the kind where you’re showing up, putting in the work, and getting noticed.
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Let’s be honest: sometimes the hardest part of youth sports isn’t the games, the practices, or even the tough losses. It’s the sideline drama.
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Tryouts can feel like a lot. Your heart’s racing, your palms are sweaty, and suddenly it feels like everything’s riding on this one moment. But here’s the truth: tryouts aren’t about becoming someone new. They’re your chance to show off the work you’ve already put in. That’s it. And that mindset shift? It changes everything. […]
listen now
Let’s go ahead and say it: the old-school “suck it up” mindset isn’t doing your athlete any favors. In fact, it might be doing the opposite.
This episode wraps up our 4-part Summer Confidence Series by addressing something that shows up all over youth sports, often without question: the idea that mental toughness is everything. But what if that approach is actually setting your daughter back?
Let’s break it down, step by step. No fluff. Just real talk.
#253: Summer Confidence Series (Part 4 of 4): Why Mental Toughness Is Overrated – What To Do Instead
listen now
You see it all the time.
Your daughter walks off the field with slumped shoulders. She’s quiet in the car ride home, maybe frustrated tears in her eyes. You try to encourage her, “You did great!”, but she shrugs it off or snaps, “You don’t get it, Mom.”
listen now
Mistakes are part of every athlete’s experience, whether your daughter is just starting out in sports or she’s been competing for years. The way she handles those mistakes, though? That can make all the difference in how much she enjoys the game, how well she plays, and how confident she feels, both on and off the field.
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If you’re reading this, I already know something about you: You deeply care about your daughter; not just how she performs in her sport, but how she feels about herself while she’s doing it.
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Deciding whether to quit a sport can feel like standing at a crossroads with no clear direction. You love the game, but the challenges keep piling up. You wonder if it’s worth the struggle or if walking away might be the best choice. Maybe you’re stuck in that indecisive place right now, unsure what to do next.
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We’ve all been there: watching our daughter walk off the field or court after a tough game.
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Let’s talk about summer: not the relaxing-by-the-pool kind, but the kind where you’re showing up, putting in the work, and getting noticed.
