#142 - Confidence Pt 3: Identity, Body Language & Self-Talk for Athletes

#142 - Confidence Pt 3: Identity, Body Language & Self-Talk for Athletes

September 17, 2025 · 39 min · Episode 142

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This episode explores the critical building blocks of confidence for athletes, focusing on identity, body language, and self-talk.

In this episode of the Coaching Minds Podcast, we continue our Confidence series and dig into three critical building blocks every athlete needs: identity, body language, and self-talk. You’ll learn why confidence isn’t just earned through practice and reps — it’s also chosen by who you decide to be. Ben shares a powerful example from an NBA player who missed six straight shots but still had the confidence to take — and make — the game-tying shot. Coaches will discover how to use self-schem...

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