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The Power of the Mind - Blog Post
The Power of the Mind character competition composure failure focus losing mental skills mental strength mental training motivation negative self-talk power of the mind pressure setbacks success thinking habits visualization winning

Youth sports are more than just a game! It's all about building character and teaching young athletes the skills they need to be successful in life. With this in mind, it could be argued that it's what's in the mind that is the most critical for success in youth sports. It's essential that youth...

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Reality Check - Blog Post
Reality Check: Mental Skills Matter in Youth Sports adversity attitude challenges competition confidence discouragement failure leadership mental skills mental strength mental toughness mistakes perspective potential success

Is your child a superstar athlete? That’s great! But here’s a reality check. Having physical talent doesn’t guarantee success in youth sports. Mental skills are just as necessary – and often overlooked - in the pursuit of triumph on the field. Here are five reasons why...

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