The EXACT System To Beat Performance Anxiety in Sport

About this episode

This episode discusses strategies to overcome performance anxiety in sports through breathing techniques and positive self-talk.

Work with me 👉 https://www.mindsetforsport.com/ Performance anxiety happens to everyone whether you are an athlete a student or a professional. This conversation teaches you how to turn nerves into energy and stay focused on what truly matters using simple breathing and self talk to stay calm. Learn how to face big moments with confidence and turn fear into fuel. ⏰ Timecodes ⏰ (00:00) Feeling Performance Anxiety (01:17) Understanding Performance Anxiety (03:50) Why It Happens (05:12) The Cycle of Anxiety and Performance (06:22) Strategies to Overcome Anxiety (09:22) Using Positive Self Talk (11:08) Staying Grounded in the Moment (13:00) Finding Your Flow State (14:17) Building Your Game Plan for Growth

People in this episode

Host: Dr Christie Scanlon

Topics covered

• performance anxiety
• sports psychology
• self talk
• breathing techniques
• confidence building

Keywords

• performance anxiety
• sports
• self talk
• breathing
• confidence
• fear
• energy

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