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Ep. 8 The Role of Self-Talk in Sport and Life
In this episode of the Mental Weight Room, mental performance coach Antoinette Datoc discusses the impact of self talk on performance in sports and life. Datoc explains what self talk is—our internal dialogue—and differentiates between positive and negative self talk. She highlights how negative self talk can lead to anxiety and poor performance, while positive self talk builds confidence and focus. The episode offers strategies for reframing negative thoughts, including recalling past successes and practicing affirmations such as 'I am calm' and 'I am capable.' Consistency and self…
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