by goodpep | Mar 6, 2018 | Athletes
How I Get in My Own Way Like many of my clients I want outcomes – I want evidence that tells me that what I am doing and what I am working for is worth it. Although a natural way of thinking, when we pay too much attention to outcomes – or do the work for the...
by goodpep | Mar 6, 2018 | Athletes
Emotional Rehab; What They Don’t Tell You About ACL Recovery For some people sports are a hobby. Yet, for me, I began my soccer career at 3 years old and immediately fell in love. At the start of my journey I was unclear of what connected me to the game, but...
by goodpep | Mar 6, 2018 | Psychology
Self-Trust is the Key to Effective Decisions As discussed in my previous post, decision-making skills can – and must – be developed to compete at a higher level. In order to do so, athletes must be aware of both internal and external distractions and learn strategies...
by goodpep | Mar 6, 2018 | Athletes, Psychology
Master the Psychology of Decision Making When I work with athletes ages 12-18 the conversation is often about the psychology of decision-making. At that age, children are newly capable of thinking hypothetically and are learning to use logical reasoning to solve...
by goodpep | Mar 6, 2018 | Coaches
Coaching Generation Z Currently, we live in a culture entranced by social media and technology. As a result, we are seeing athletes thwarted in emotional development, specifically in their ability to cooperate, empathize, and resolve conflicts. With that said, we need...