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On the Season 2 debut of Lost Cultures: Living Legacies , we travel to Bermuda, an Atlantic island whose history spans centuries and continents. Once uninhabited, Bermuda became a vital stop in transatlantic trade, a maritime stronghold, and a cultural crossroads shaped by African, European, Caribbean, and Native American influences. Guests Dr. Kristy Warren and Dr. Edward Harris trace its transformation from an uninhabited island to a strategic outpost shaped by shipwrecks, colonization, the transatlantic slave trade, and the rise and fall of empires. Plus, former Director of Tourism Gary Phillips shares the story of the Gombey tradition, a vibrant performance art rooted in resistance, migration, and cultural fusion. Together, they reveal how Bermuda’s layered past continues to shape its people, culture, and identity today. You can also find us online at ⁠travelandleisure.com/lostcultures Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Today, with my colleague Dr Alessia Bruno we discuss the downsides to perfectionism and how many athletes can get obsessed by their sports, training harder and harder, pushing themselves to the limit. The result can then be burnout, playing in fear or a lack of enjoyment. Enjoy tuning in!

Key Learning Points

Sport can be seen as a job by perfectionist athletes.
When searching to get better, the perfectionist can lose the ability to perform with freedom and trust.
Physically the perfectionist athlete can become tense and rigid losing control of their fine motor skills, rhythm and timing.
Striving for perfection can lead to loss of enjoyment.
Visualisation is a great tool when trying to reconnect with the fun and playful part of your personality.

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Relevant Podcast Episodes To Help Perfectionist Athletes

Ep122: Prof Camilla Knight - Helping Your Children Get The Most From Their Sporting Experiences

Ep131 David Charlton – How to Deal with Self-Criticism using Self Compassion – FINAL PART

Ep142: Alessia Bruno – Is Striving for Perfection a Good Thing in Gymnastics?

Ep156: Ruth Chiles – There is Hope: How to Overcome Focal Dystonia

Ep170: David Charlton - How To Help Perfectionists With Their Mental Approach

Relevant Blogs To Help You Deal Better With Perfectionism

Perfectionism Blogs

5 Ways To Create A Psychological Safe Sporting Environment

Are You A Rugby Player With Perfectionist Tendencies?

How to Trust Your Skills When You’re a Goalkeeper

How to Help Children Overcome Fear of Failure

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230 How To Help Perfectionists Recapture The Fun Part Of Their Sport #BITESIZE

Demystifying Mental Toughness

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published about a year ago

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Key Learning Points

Sport can be seen as a job by perfectionist athletes.
When searching to get better, the perfectionist can lose the ability to perform with freedom and trust.
Physically the perfectionist athlete can become tense and rigid losing control of their fine motor skills, rhythm and timing.
Striving for perfection can lead to loss of enjoyment.
Visualisation is a great tool when trying to reconnect with the fun and playful part of your personality.

Connect with Alessia Bruno

Website

Connect with David Charlton

Join David @ The Sports Psychology Hub

Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn

Relevant Podcast Episodes To Help Perfectionist Athletes

Ep122: Prof Camilla Knight - Helping Your Children Get The Most From Their Sporting Experiences

Ep131 David Charlton – How to Deal with Self-Criticism using Self Compassion – FINAL PART

Ep142: Alessia Bruno – Is Striving for Perfection a Good Thing in Gymnastics?

Ep156: Ruth Chiles – There is Hope: How to Overcome Focal Dystonia

Ep170: David Charlton - How To Help Perfectionists With Their Mental Approach

Relevant Blogs To Help You Deal Better With Perfectionism

Perfectionism Blogs

5 Ways To Create A Psychological Safe Sporting Environment

Are You A Rugby Player With Perfectionist Tendencies?

How to Trust Your Skills When You’re a Goalkeeper

How to Help Children Overcome Fear of Failure

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283 How To Help A Swimmer Who Is Online A Lot Checking His Rivals Out 11:28

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Today, the case study that David Charlton and his colleague Colm O’Donoghue discuss is connected to a 16-year-old swimmer who spends a lot of time online checking his rivals out, be that on social media or reviewing stats and results. The implication is that his motivation and focus when training fluctuates and negative emotions such as jealousy and anxiety are triggered. As well, potential challenges with his own self-esteem and how he feels about himself can be evident. David and Colm offer some ideas to shift his focus so that he is able to enhance his motivation and feel better in himself. Key Learning Points: Social comparison theory, proposed by Leon Festinger, suggests that individuals evaluate their own abilities, opinions, and accomplishments by comparing themselves to other people. This theory suggests that we have an natural drive to evaluate ourselves, and social comparison is a primary method we use to do so. Develop a pre-race routine to get into the right mindset, consider when you want to be online and not especially as the race draws closer. Set SMART goals focused on personal improvement. Review your emotional experience and self-talk when your online, how does it make your feel? What are you telling yourself about situations that you come across? Connect with David Charlton Join David @ The Sports Psychology Hub Instagram , Facebook , Twitter and LinkedIN Podcast Episodes To Help Children Have A Positive Sporting Experience Ep074: David Charlton – How Can I Make My Child Feel Confident? Ep112: David Charlton – How to Deal with Physical Insecurities as a Young Athlete Ep217: Chris Cook – How A Marginal Gains Approach Can Help You Perform Better Other Valuable Resources To Help Children, Young Athletes, Parents and Youth Sport Coaches Youth Sports Psychology Library Conversations With Kids Ideas Frequently Asked Questions - Sport Psychology for Children and Parents Resources To Help Children Have A Positive Sporting Experience Helping Young Athletes Manage Emotions Does Your Child Worry Too Much About What Others Think? My Child Can’t Find “The Zone”…

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282 How To Help An Emotional Tennis Player Perform Better 10:49

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In this episode, David Charlton and his colleague Colm O’Donoghue discussed a case study of a 12-year-old tennis player who struggled with her emotions on the court. She often became overwhelmed by with anger and frustration or disappointment after making mistakes or losing points, leading to a loss of focus, poor performance and less enjoyment. Her parents also found it very difficult to watch her play and contain themselves as a result too. David and Colm go on to offer some advice for managing these strong emotional responses so that she can perform better and enjoy her tennis more. Key Learning Points: · Improving her emotional regulation is key to her success and enjoyment. · Find ways to focus on the present such as breathing techniques can be useful. · David emphasizes the importance of consistent practice and viewing breathing as a life skill. · Seeing the alignment of the parasympathetic nervous system as a vital component in playing your best by strategically finding ways to slow down can be helpful. · Plan B thinking by using visualisation, where she sees herself making mistakes and feels the emotions that comes with this, then recovering more positively can help her improve her composure in difficult moments. Connect with David Charlton Join David @ The Sports Psychology Hub Instagram , Facebook , Twitter and LinkedIN Podcast Episodes To Help You Regulate Your Emotions Ep071 - James Lau: Mastering The Mental Side Of Tennis Ep232 – Andy Elleray - How To Remain Composed As a Goalkeeper Under Pressure Ep256 – David Charlton - The Immature Brain: How To Help An Emotional Child Other Valuable Resources To Help Children, Young Athletes, Parents and Youth Sport Coaches Youth Sports Psychology Library Conversations With Kids Ideas Frequently Asked Questions - Sport Psychology for Children and Parents Resources To Support Tennis Players Perform Better How To Regain Momentum In Tennis So That You Win More Matches How to Let Go of Mistakes when Playing Tennis How Tennis Players Can Stay Confident Under Pressure…

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281 How To Help The Golfer Who Searches For The Perfect Swing 10:17

23 days ago10:17

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Does the perfect golf swing exist? NO. Does the perfect golf swing equal lower scores in golf? NO – Yet many golfers continue to strive to attain the “perfect swing.” This is the topic of conversation today, where David and colleague Colm O’Donoghue talk about the problem with this approach and the implications for your golf game. They also share some advice on what you could consider doing to improve your scores and your enjoyment of the game. Key Learning Points: Studies suggest that the variation in technique between low handicap amateurs and professional golfers is similar. Consider how you practice your golf, if you practice solely in a technical manner it is likely to tie you up in knots and show in your golf scores. Split your practice into technical, performance, process and creative practice. Do you ever consider how you can access a flow state and what a flow state is for you on the golf course? Connect with David Charlton Join David @ The Sports Psychology Hub Instagram , Facebook , Twitter and LinkedIN Podcast Episodes To Help Golfers Improve Their Scores Ep017: Gio Valiante – How to Play Fearless Golf Ep089: Will Shaw – How To Transfer Your Golfing Skills To The Course Ep101: Compilation – 25 Mental Game Secrets to Improve Your Golf Other Valuable Resources To Help Children, Young Golfers, Parents and Youth Sport Coaches Youth Sports Psychology Library Conversations With Kids Ideas Frequently Asked Questions - Sport Psychology for Children and Parents Resources To Support Golfers So That They Score Better Frequently Asked Questions on Golf Psychology and Golf Mental Skills Golf Psychology and Mental Skills for Golf Library 8 Better Ways to Practice to Your Golf Do You Obsess over the Perfect Golf Swing? Are You Missing Shots Before You’ve Started Your Swing…

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280 How To Help A Golfer Who Struggles Playing Strokeplay 14:03

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David Charlton hosts the Demystifying Mental Toughness podcast with his colleague and a fellow competitive amateur golfer, Colm O’Donoghue today. Colm discusses his journey from playing golf as a child to returning to the sport in his mid-20s, driven by an interest in the psychological aspects of golf. He shares his struggles with perfectionism and the importance of maintaining a present-focused mindset. Together they talk about a case study of a young golfer, who excels in match play but struggles with stroke play due to focusing too much on the score. Colm and David emphasize the importance of a pre-shot routine in maintaining his focus and staying present, which can help manage his arousal levels, in turn, lowering his scores. Key Learning Points: · Trying to play perfect golf and focusing too much on the score can impact enjoyment of the sport. · Colm explains the difference between match play and stroke play, emphasizing the reset nature of match play and the need to focus on the process in stroke play. · Self-awareness is critical, recognising and being able to reset when you are ahead of yourself and predicting future holes, shots or score and identifying when you are stuck in the past, dwelling on mistakes. Connect with David Charlton Join David @ The Sports Psychology Hub Instagram , Facebook , Twitter and LinkedIN Podcast Episodes To Help Golfers Focus On The Process Ep243 David Charlton - How I Would Help Rory McIlroy Win The British Open Ep099 Trevor Jones - How to Deal with Overthinking on the Golf Course Ep167 Karl Morris - How To Manage Your Emotions To Improve Your Golf #BITESIZE Other Valuable Resources To Help Children, Young Golfers, Parents and Youth Sport Coaches Youth Sports Psychology Library Conversations With Kids Ideas Frequently Asked Questions - Sport Psychology for Children and Parents Resources To Support Golfers So That They Focus Better Frequently Asked Questions on Golf Psychology and Golf Mental Skills Golf Psychology and Mental Skills for Golf Library Control Your Thoughts on the Golf Course Play Your Best Golf More Often…

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279 How To Help A Cricketer Overcome Selections Difficulties 11:35

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Today, in episode #279 David and Gerard discuss the challenges faced by a 12-year-old cricketer named Amir (pseudonym), who is a leg spinner struggling with inconsistent selection due to the club's preference for pace bowling. Amir's fluctuating motivation and confidence, as well as the potential for dropping out of cricket are attributed to poor communication from coaches and his own difficulty in expressing frustrations. Key Learning Points: · Helping the cricketer develop psychological flexibility to separate his self-worth from the selection decisions made by the coaches is key. · Encourage the cricketer to focus on the controllables, such as his attitude, effort, and the key ingredients that make up a good performance, rather than the uncontrollable factors like the perfect delivery. · Coaches should consider carefully how they communicate to prevent young cricketers and athletes from feeling undervalued and potentially quitting the sport. Connect with David Charlton Join David @ The Sports Psychology Hub Instagram , Facebook , Twitter and LinkedIN Podcast Episodes Related To The Youth Sport Experience Ep176 Camilla Knight: How To Help Enhance The Psychological Wellbeing Of Children In Sport #BITESIZE Ep168 - Andrew Simpson: How To Navigate Youth Sports So That Children Enjoy The Experience More Ep141 -David Charlton: How to Help a Child Who Wants to Quit Sport Other Valuable Resources To Help Children, Young Athletes, Parents and Youth Sport Coaches Youth Sports Psychology Library Conversations With Kids Ideas Frequently Asked Questions - Sport Psychology for Children and Parents Resources To Support Cricketers So That They Play With Confidence Cricket Psychology Library 7 Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Bowl Every Delivery Make Bowling Simple by Avoiding these 3 Common Mental Game Errors…

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278 How To Help Young Athletes Who Are Distracted By Shouty Coaches Subtitle: 12:51

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In today’s episode, #278 David and Gerard discuss the impact of a shouty coach on an 18-year-old rugby player named Tom (pseudonym). They explore how such coaching styles can lead to self-doubt, low self-esteem, and increased self-criticism, affecting both on-field performance and confidence levels. They emphasize the importance of coaches fostering a supportive environment where players can express themselves freely. Key Learning Points: · The conversation highlights the broader issue of youth sports participation and the need for a supportive coaching culture. · Develop standardised behaviour routines for young athletes, focusing on the attributes of their favourite players (e.g., work rate, commitment, shooting of Ronaldo). · Ask the athlete questions to understand their perspective on what behaviours mean to them personally (eg. work rate and commitment). Often a coaches’ or parents’ interpretation can be very different. · Focus on solutions to help young footballers and athletes manage their emotions effectively. Connect with David Charlton Join David @ The Sports Psychology Hub Instagram , Facebook , Twitter and LinkedIN Podcast Episodes Related To The Youth Sport Experience Ep055: Natalie Henderson, John Fletcher & James Maurice – How to Develop Mental Strength in Young Athletes Ep064: Edu Rubio – How to Support Young Footballers Ep074: David Charlton – How Can I Make My Child Feel Confident Other Valuable Resources To Help Children, Young Athletes, Parents and Youth Sport Coaches Youth Sports Psychology Library Conversations With Kids Ideas Frequently Asked Questions - Sport Psychology for Children and Parents…

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277 How To Help An Extra Competitive Footballer 12:01

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In episode #277 David and Gerard Fitzgerald discussed how to help shift the focus of an extra competitive footballer or athlete, using the example of a boy named Joe who hates losing. Key points included the importance of harnessing anger positively, as seen with Wayne Rooney's iconic goal in 2005 for Manchester United versus Newcastle United. They also share the need to normalise emotional responses like anger where footballers may kick out, tackle over aggressively, shout at team-mates or display poor body language. Parents and coaches are advised to avoid adding to the child's stress and activating their sympathetic nervous system anymore by shouting and yelling at them, instead helping them regulate emotions. Key Learning Points: · Develop standardised behaviour routines for young footballers, focusing on the attributes of their favourite players (e.g., work rate, commitment, shooting of Ronaldo). · Ask the athlete questions to understand their perspective on what behaviours (work rate, commitment) mean to them as often a coach or parents’ interpretation can be very different. · Accept and seek to understand individual perspectives, traits and subsequent behaviours without being overly judgemental. · Focus on solutions to help young footballers and athletes manage their emotions effectively. Connect with David Charlton Join David @ The Sports Psychology Hub Instagram , Facebook , Twitter and LinkedIN Podcast Episodes Related To The Youth Sport Experience Ep082: David Charlton – Supporting Children in Sport with Positive Feedback Ep122: Prof Camilla Knight – Helping Your Children Get The Most From Their Sporting Experiences Other Valuable Resources To Help Children, Young Athletes, Parents and Youth Sport Coaches Youth Sports Psychology Library Conversations With Kids Ideas Frequently Asked Questions - Sport Psychology for Children and Parents Helpful Resources For Young Football and Soccer Players, Parents and Youth Sport Coaches Frequently Asked Questions - Goalkeeping Psychology Frequently Asked Questions - Football Psychology Ep276: How To Help A Footballer Who Focuses Too Much On Other People Ep049: James Maurice – How Does Sport Psychology in Elite Football Academies Help…

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276 How To Help A Footballer Who Focuses Too Much On Other People 16:19

8 weeks ago16:19

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Today marks the start of an 8-episode series where David Charlton is joined by a colleague. Gerard Fitzgerald features in this episode, as well as the next 3 episodes. They go on to discuss a case study of a young female footballer, 11 years old with a pseudonym name called Carly who is a sensitive soul who worries too much about other people (team-mates specifically in this case). We go on to normalise emotional sensitivity in young athletes, highlighting that it can be a strength if managed properly. We also talk about the challenges of emotional sensitivity where young athletes often face mental drain and self-doubt. David and Gerard then go on to share some advice for parents and coaches to manage emotionally sensitive players who can focus too much on their team-mates. Key Learning Points: · Explore ways to normalize the emotional experiences of young athletes and help them manage the mental demands of the sport. · Develop strategies to shift the focus from negative self-criticism and comparison to a more positive, responsibility-based approach. · The conversation explores how a neutral third party can provide a fresh perspective and help both parents and children understand each other better. · Constant comparison to teammates can lead to self-doubt and criticism in young athletes and footballers. · The discussion concludes with a reminder that the win-at-all-costs attitude can sometimes drive young athletes away from sport emphasising the need for fun and enjoyment. Connect with David Charlton Join David @ The Sports Psychology Hub Instagram , Facebook , Twitter and LinkedIN Podcast Episodes Related To The Youth Sport Experience Ep049: James Maurice – How Does Sport Psychology in Elite Football Academies Help Ep082: David Charlton – Supporting Children in Sport with Positive Feedback Ep122: Prof Camilla Knight – Helping Your Children Get The Most From Their Sporting Experiences Ep131 David Charlton – How to Deal with Self-Criticism using Self Compassion – FINAL PART Ep141: David Charlton – How to Help a Child Who Wants to Quit Sport Other Valuable Resources To Help Children, Young Athletes, Parents and Youth Sport Coaches Youth Sports Psychology Library Soccer and Football Psychology Library Conversations With Kids Ideas Frequently Asked Questions - Sport Psychology for Children and Parents…

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275 Demystifying Mental Toughness Podcast – What happens next? 5:57

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After a short break from creating and broadcasting episodes of the Demystifying Mental Toughness Podcast, in episode #275, David discusses a change in format to the podcast for the rest of 2025. He also highlights the benefits of having a support system and the benefits of reading and acting on advice from The 12 Week Year, book written by Brian F Moran and Michael Lemmington. Key Learning Points: · Taking a break can revive our motivation and creativity similar to the power of periodisation in sport or strength training. · The next episode will be published on Friday 04 April. · An 8-week series of episodes focusing on the youth sport experience will follow. · David’s Irish based colleagues Gerard Fitzgerald and Colm O’Donoghue will provide support for David in these episodes sharing their perspective. · Challenges that youth athletes, sporting parents and youth coaches regularly come across will be a feature of our discussions. Connect with David Charlton Join David @ The Sports Psychology Hub Instagram , Facebook , Twitter and LinkedIN Podcast Episodes Related To The Youth Sport Experience Ep049: James Maurice – How Does Sport Psychology in Elite Football Academies Help Ep082: David Charlton – Supporting Children in Sport with Positive Feedback Ep122: Prof Camilla Knight – Helping Your Children Get The Most From Their Sporting Experiences Ep131 David Charlton – How to Deal with Self-Criticism using Self Compassion – FINAL PART Ep141: David Charlton – How to Help a Child Who Wants to Quit Sport Other Valuable Resources To Help Children, Young Athletes, Parents and Youth Sport Coaches Youth Sports Psychology Library Conversations With Kids Ideas Frequently Asked Questions - Sport Psychology for Children and Parents…

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274 How You Can Challenge Yourself To Feel More In Control 19:48

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In this week’s episode of the Demystifying Mental Toughness Podcast #274, we focus in on the control and challenge measures from Professor Peter Clough’s 4C’s model of Mental Toughness. David highlights how US tennis player Danielle Collins' managed fans heckling at the Australian Open to aid her performance. Insightful guests, Sport Psychologists, World Champion Athletes and Olympians also offer tips: where they focus on self-care for perfectionists, emphasise why getting clarity on your "why" is important, stressing present-moment awareness and a lot more. Key Learning Points: · Incorporate self-care practices, such as taking breaks from screens, doing breathwork, or a gratitude practice to aid your emotional control. · Danielle Collins showed a degree of emotional control and a sense of humour to turn negative fan comments into motivation, rather than letting them affect her performance. · Many driven athletes can take things too seriously impacting their emotional control and ability to challenge themself. · Play the observation game to improve your awareness of behaviours that you carry out, focusing on your reactions, inadvertently the outcome can then be improved performance. · To help children in sort, parents should lead with love and care, avoiding pointing out flaws, focusing on positive reinforcement. Connect with David Charlton Join David @ The Sports Psychology Hub Instagram , Facebook , Twitter and LinkedIN Relevant Podcast Episodes To Help You Improve Your Control and Challenge Levels as Relayed in Episode 274 Ep172: Brandon Epstein – Working With Your Subconscious Mind To Achieve Better Results Ep168: Andrew Simpson – How To Navigate Youth Sports So That Children Enjoy The Experience More Ep162: Sun Sachs & Ed Gibbins: How to Find a Flow State to Improve Your Performance Ep099: Trevor Jones – How to Deal with Overthinking on the Golf Course Ep083: Billy Schwer – Life Lessons from a World Champion Boxer Ep081: Stuart Wade – Mental Toughness in Combat Sports Ep033: Aly Dixon – Mental Toughness Lessons from a World Champion Ep013: Karl Morris – How to Stay Present like a Major Champion Ep017: Gio Valiante – How to Play Fearless Golf Other Valuable Resources To Help You Improve Your Control and Challenge Levels Challenge Podcasts Bravery Podcasts Emotional Control Podcasts Emotional Control Blogs Emotional Intelligence Blogs Emotional Regulation Blogs…

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273 How To Improve Your Mental Toughness For Team Sports 12:13

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The "Demystifying Mental Toughness" podcast episode #273, hosted by David Charlton, features insights from various team sports coaches and athletes, on commitment and confidence. Key points include the importance of individual motivation in team sports, maintaining a balance in life, and the necessity of standing out in training and matches. Guests emphasize the need for authenticity and surrounding oneself with positive influences, as well as many other great points. Key Learning Points: · Prioritize your own performances and progress, saying no to activities that are incompatible with your development. · A combination of confidence and commitment characteristics can lead to optimistic and challenging goal-setting. · To overcome fear and procrastination you could chunk down, planning goals in small steps towards your larger goals. · Cultivate a brave and determined mindset when it comes to goal-setting, where failure is not an option. Connect with David Charlton Join David @ The Sports Psychology Hub Instagram , Facebook , Twitter and LinkedIN Relevant Podcast Episodes To Help You Improve Your Commitment and Confidence Levels as Relayed in Episode 273 Ep104: Seb De Chaves – The Psychological Demands of Elite Professional Rugby Ep091: Jarrod Leathem - How to Transfer Your Cricket Skills to Matches Ep077: Danny Thomas – Before, During and After Professional Football Ep072 Tom Jones: Mastering the Mental Side of Cricket Ep043: Jamie Forrester – Thriving in Professional Football Ep029: Lome Faatau – How to Play Professional Rugby with Confidence Ep018: Kieron Brady – From Professional Football to Alcoholism Consultant Ep007: Toby Flood – How Elite Athletes Mentally Prepare Ep003: Peter Ramage – Developing a Premier League Mindset Other Valuable Resources To Improve Your You Improve Your Commitment and Confidence Levels Podcasts for Sport Coach Development Cricket Psychology Resources Goalkeeping Psychology Resources Hockey Psychology Resources Rugby Psychology Resources Soccer Psychology Resources…

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272 Sport Coaches: 15 Tips To Help You Become A Better Coach 24:04

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Today’s podcast episode #272, focuses on helping coaches develop themselves and improve their relationships with their athletes, in turn, positively influencing performances. Many different guests from the Demystifying Mental Toughness Podcast emphasize the following points when considering self-improvement: sport coaches should be open-minded, focus on continuous learning and film themselves frequently. In developing their athletes: the importance of high support in coaching, understanding athletes have lives outside of sport, adapting their communication to athletes different learning styles and process-oriented coaching are also touched on, as well as a lot more. Key Learning Points: · Develop a psychosocial plan for your athletes/players and consider how to deliver it in a language they can understand and engage with. · As a coach, start where you are, considering your skills and personality and look to make the environment better. · When coaching focus on developing all aspects, including the psychological, biomechanical, technical and tactical, to help athletes fall in love with their role. · When coaching film yourself regularly and review the footage to understand how you are interacting with athletes/players. · Focus on the process, not just the outcome, and help athletes stay committed to the process, especially under pressure. Connect with David Charlton Join David @ The Sports Psychology Hub Instagram , Facebook , Twitter and LinkedIN Relevant Podcast Episodes To You Help You Become A Better Sport Coach as Relayed in Episode 272 Ep249: Dr Edward Hall – Understanding Workplace Collaboration In Coaching In Team Sports Ep209: Felix Lehmann – How To Create Better Decision Makers On The Football Pitch Ep166: Mark Bennett MBE – How To Help Athletes and Coaches Reflect On Their Performances Ep165: Andy Elleray – How To Master the Mental Challenges Goalkeeping Throws at You EP147: Aaron Walsh – The Application of Mental Performance Coaching in Elite Professional Rugby Ep105: Hannah Bromley – Overcoming Psychological Challenges in Professional Women’s Football Ep096: Gary Curneen – Developing Mentally Strong Footballers Ep094: Professor Adam Nicholls – How to Develop Mentally Strong Rugby Players Ep093: Dan Abrahams – How to Overcome Mental Blocks in Football Ep087: Carl Bell – From Professional Football and Goalkeeping to Physiotherapy Ep039: John Fletcher – How to Develop Fearless Athletes Ep027: Natalie Henderson – How to Develop Mental Toughness with Young Footballers Other Valuable Resources To Improve Your Level Of Sport Coaching Podcasts for Sport Coach Development Cricket Psychology Resources Goalkeeping Psychology Resources Hockey Psychology Resources Rugby Psychology Resources Soccer Psychology Resources…

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271 25 Ways To Improve Your Mental Toughness 27:45

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Happy New Year! Why not make 2025 one of your best years to date? To do so if you focus some attention on improving your mental toughness by creating better routines and habits you can give yourself a great chance. In this NEW episode, a number of our excellent guests offer many helpful and inspiring suggestions. Points of note relate to understanding the stories that you tell yourself about certain situations, events and abilities, how to find your passion and purpose, being authentic and true to yourself, considering who you surround yourself with and many more things. Key Learning Points: · Reflect on your own narrative and find ways to make it more empowering. · Create a real and imaginary "board of directors" of mentors and inspirational figures to provide guidance. · Identify your routines and habits, how you spend your time, and make relevant adjustments. · Embrace fear and use it as a tool for growth. · Identify and manage your character traits that can hold you back. · Prioritise personal development and spend time working on yourself. Connect with David Charlton Join David @ The Sports Psychology Hub Instagram , Facebook , Twitter and LinkedIN Relevant Podcast Episodes To Improve Your Mental Toughness as Relayed in Episode 271 Ep001: Doug Strycharczyk – The Importance of Mental Toughness Ep028: Peter Clough MBE – Why is Mental Toughness Important? Ep035: Dr John Perry – Thrive, Don’t Just Survive 2021 Ep037: Penny Mallory – World Class Thinking, World Class Behaviour Ep041: Paul McGee – How to Develop Interpersonal Confidence Ep065: Dr Amy Izycky – Encouraging Mentally Healthy Cultures in Sport Ep066: Marilyn Okoro – Mental Health and Resilience: Lessons from an Olympic Medalist Ep068: Andrew Nicholson – How Hard Is It To Become A Tour Professional Golfer? Ep075: Grant Phyphers – How to Rebuild Your Identity Ep098: Jon Bartlett – Do You Know Your Why? E p113: Polly Brennan – The Relationship Between Mental Fitness, Mental Health and Mental Toughness Ep213: Sandro Forte – How To Set Yourself Up For Success In 2024? Ep250: Ruth Chiles and Alessia Bruno Optimising Your Potential By Understanding Your Nervous System Better Other Valuable Resources To Improve Your Mental Toughness Resilience in Sport Blogs Resilience in Sport Podcasts Mental Toughness in Sport Podcasts Mental Toughness in Sport Blogs…

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270 11 Ways To Build Your Mental Fortitude 17:56

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In today’s podcast episode #270, many of our fabulous guests share some tips so that you can build your mental fortitude and consistently perform well in 2025. Key points relate to rest, recovery and well-being where they identify; managing fatigue, nasal breathing, the importance of rest days, nutrition, hydration, cold water and much more to ensure you attack the new year. If you’re looking to get into good habits and maintain optimal well-being and performance this podcast episode is a must to listen to. Key Learning Points: · Identify the types of fatigue that you are susceptible to and develop a plan to address it. · Keep a training diary to track how you are feeling day-to-day. · Ensure you are taking regular rest days and incorporating activities to nurture your well-being. · The importance of staying hydrated cannot be understated. · Incorporate cold exposure, such as cold showers, to aid recovery. · Circadian rhythms and the importance of sleep for growth and regeneration should be factored in. Connect with David Charlton Join David @ The Sports Psychology Hub Instagram , Facebook , Twitter and LinkedIN Relevant Podcast Episodes To Build Your Mental Fortitude as Relayed in Episode 270 Ep015: Nick Grantham – Essential Elements of Rest and Recovery Ep037: Penny Mallory – World Class Thinking, World Class Behaviour Ep065: Dr Amy Izycky – Encouraging Mentally Healthy Cultures in Sport Ep046: Kate Mackay – Why Snowboarding is a Metaphor for Life E p113: Polly Brennan – The Relationship Between Mental Fitness, Mental Health and Mental Toughness Ep138: Nick Littlehales – Why do the Mentally Tough see Sleep and Recovery as Important Ep210: Anna Parker-Naples - Why Breathwork is so Powerful - Sports Psychology Ep214: Ellen McDermott – How To Create Helpful Eating Habits To Benefit Your Sport Performance Ep215: Fenwick Ridley – How Ice Swimming And Cold Immersion Can Help You Take Control Of Your Destiny Other Valuable Resources To Build Your Mental Fortitude Resilience in Sport Blogs Resilience in Sport Podcasts Mental Toughness in Sport Podcasts Confidence in Sport Blogs Mental Health Blogs…

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269 Do You Want to Make Next Year a Great Year? Why Contact A Sport Psychologist! 11:21

23 weeks ago11:21