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There is one element in an athlete’s life that will lead to success.  This element controls the outcome of your relationships, your schooling, your athletic experience and every other part of your daily life.   Many athletes who have excellent skills and talents will not succeed if they cannot master this element.  However, athlete’s who have questionable skills and talents will succeed if they are able to master this element.  This element WILL be the determining factor for your success on and off the playing field, court, or arena.  This element is a POSITIVE ATTITUDE.  

Sports are becoming more and more competitive, and with every level you climb, the tougher and tougher it becomes to succeed.  There are many ups and downs that come along with participating in sports (especially at higher levels).  Athletes experience peaks and valleys throughout the course of their season, nevertheless they MUST remember the only thing they have control over is their ATTITUDE.  Instead of falling victim to being a product of immediate circumstance, begin to concentrate and focus on your long-term goals and aspirations.  Use something negative that happened to you as motivation or as a learning lesson so you do not have to experience the same thing over and over again.  

Many times as an athlete, you can fall into a rut or slump.   There is no denying the fact that being in situations like this can weigh heavily on your mind.  However, it is vital to understand that, whatever you give mental energy to grows!  Therefore, don’t give mental energy to the negative aspects in your game.  It’s a lot easier said than done, but by focusing your mental energy into positive areas in your game, you will begin to crawl your way out of the slump.

Right NOW is the time to begin building your positive attitude.  It is of great importance that you believe in yourself before any coach, parent, or player believes in you.  The positive attitude you portray when faced with difficult times will allow you to get through any struggles and move you closer to your goals.   When you believe, you can achieve!

 

Brady Greco, Performance Coach

Mental Edge

www.mentaledgenow.com

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