Articles for sport parents to help their athletes overcome perfectionism to play their best.
Identifying Perfectionism in Young Athletes Lisa Cohn here from The Ultimate Sports Parent. I would like to share some quick tips about identifying perfectionism and fear of failure in young athletes. This is a really hot topic in youth sports. Several parents and coaches have shared their stories about young … Read Sport Psychology Tip
Sports Kids And High Expectations Lisa Cohn here from The Ultimate Sports Parent. I’m here to make a confession… When my son was in 9th grade, he’d often begin a basketball game with sky-high expectations. He was generally a successful player, and coaches and peers expected a lot from him. … Read Sport Psychology Tip
Often, we hear from sports parents who say that their young athletes seem to stop trying after they make a mistake or two during a game or performance. Suddenly, they seem worried, tense and are playing or performing in a tight manner. Many sports parents are perplexed by their kids’ … Read Sport Psychology Tip