
Challenges are a form of friction in our lives. And friction is uncomfortable. We’d rather not have it. We want our comfort and familiarity. Even if it’s not good for us, it’s easier than changing. Change is scary, uncertain, unfamiliar, and unknown. We get scared of letting go of control. But life is out of…

We need encouragement. More than judgment, more than critical feedback, more than success, more than practice. We need encouragement because at the end of the day what holds us back from being the players we want to be? In most cases, it’s us. We hold ourselves back. We fear the judgment of others, embarrassing ourselves,…

Setting goals will increase your confidence, motivation, and determination. But, it will not get you there. It sets you off on the journey and can help you stay focused while climbing the mountain. You will need something else along the way. Steadfastness. When we commit to a path and hope it will bring us to…

Responsibility strengthens our ability to respond. When we act like things are always being done to us, then we lose our sense of agency. Agency is what gives us power to create change, make plays, and leave an impact. However, when we complain and blame, we give this power away. We start spinning the narrative…

I used to think that being confident meant feeling sure of yourself. Then I would feel nervous before games or doubt myself in moments of pressure and get frustrated. As much as I practiced and prepared for competition, I never felt totally sure of myself. Which made me feel like something was wrong with me.…

This is a free pdf downloadable bonus booklet to my recent book, B.E.T. On It: A Psychological Approach to Coaching Gen Z and Beyond. This bonus booklet covers the power of the added “T” – TALK! Communication is crucial in coaching. And how we speak and listen is intimately intertwined with our nervous system and…