Calming Game Day Nerves

Everyone gets a little nervous before a big game or athletic event. However, for those who experience the severe symptoms associated with social anxiety disorder (SAD), the quality of their athletic performance will often suffer. The relationship between anxiety and athletic performance is so strong that a whole field of psychology -- sport ... More

The False Impression of Control

"If you go from the gut, from the heart, from the core of truth within you, you already know where you are attaching to control. Your life is speaking to you.  You're life is already showing you everything that is off kilter."  Kate Swoboda.  YourCourageousLife.com. I see this every day in my own life, my friends, as well as with many ... More

4 Strategies to Strengthen Composure & Improve Confidence (Video)

Great athletes understand that thoughts, attitudes and beliefs directly influence their performances.  Harness the same winning mindset by...  (Watch this video) More

Be Comfortable with the Zone

Recently, a Jr. Golfer came to me frustrated about losing a recent tournament. He had been winning the tournament by one stroke for 36 holes and was playing one of the best tournaments ever until he missed a 4 foot putt on the 5th hole of the final round. Missing that putt caused him to lose focus, and he started to worry about whether he ... More