Perfectionist athletes often worry too much about what others (coaches, teammates, parents) think about their performance. We call this social approval fears in our work.
This is not only a huge distraction for athletes, but also a source of pressure to perform up to others’ expectations. This is the number one reason athletes cripple themselves with fear of failure.
Worrying about what others think leads to tentative or cautious performances.
Perfectionists: Learn how to overcome worrying about what others think in this podcast.
Resources for Athletes, Coach, and Sports Parents
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Challenges for Athletes' Return to Sport with Brenley Shapiro
Anxiety and Tension in Perfectionist Athletes
Dr. Cassidy Preston on Athletes and Social Approval
Perfectionist Athletes Who Are Easily Frustrated
Perfectionism in Sports and Life
Perfectionist Athletes With Fragile Confidence
Perfectionist Athletes Who Have High Expectations
Athletes Who Are Stuck in a Practice Mindset
Advantages and Disadvantages of Perfectionist Athletes
Interview with Matthew Farber
Improve Concentration for Basketball
Playing Too Tight in the Basketball Game
How to Stop Overthinking in Basketball
Stable Confidence in Basketball
5 Mental Toughness Skills for Basketball
Interview with Phil Costa, Retired NFL Player
Relaxing the Mind & Body in Basketball
How to Respond to Poor Performances in Competition
What Skills Are Learned in Mental Training?
The Mental Coaching Process
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