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    Why this course matters

    • Understanding your child's
      performance mind as a key to better support and connection.
    • How parents play a pivotal role
      in shaping a mentally healthy sports environment.

    Course Objectives

    • Equip parents with foundational
      knowledge of the performance mind.
    • Teach practical strategies to
      support their youth athlete.
    • Create a roadmap for fostering
      resilience, focus, and confidence.

    Why the brain reacts the way it
    does

    • Introduction to survival
      instincts and the brain’s evolutionary wiring.
    • The "pack animal"
      mentality: Safety and social standing in the group.

    What happens during competition

    • Role of the amygdala (“The
      Gorilla”) in triggering fear, anxiety, and stress.
    • Role of the prefrontal cortex
      (“The Human”) in decision-making, focus, and emotional regulation.

    How to manage survival-driven
    reactions

    • Tools to calm “The Gorilla” and
      empower “The Human.”

    Why: Understanding the
    neuropsychological components.

    • The Cognitive Triangle:
      Thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in performance.
    • The brain’s negativity bias and
      its impact on confidence and self-esteem.

    What: Key skills to teach and model.

    • Emotional regulation and staying
      present.
    • Core values as an anchor for
      decision-making and managing perspective.

    How: Daily practices and habits.

    • Mindfulness Meditation (Mindset
      Workouts), Best-Self Visualization, Gratitude exercises to counter
      negativity bias.
    • Small, sustainable habits that
      grow over time.
    • Habit stacking for long-term
      behavior change.

    Why this is critical

    • Clarity on process-focused
      performance versus outcome-based goals.

    What it means to "Be Your
    Best-Self"

    • Identifying what your child
      looks, sounds, and feels like when at their best.
    • Connecting it to the importance
      of staying in the present moment.

    How to develop a
    "Best-Self" visualization

    • Guided visualization techniques
      for parents to share with their youth athletes.
    • Process-focused statements and
      imagery.
    • Why language shapes confidence
      and focus
    • The impact of parental feedback
      on self-perception.
    • What to emphasize in
      conversations
    • Reinforcing the 3 Core
      Principles of Mental Strength:
    1. Play Present: Focus on the now.
    2. Control the Controllable: Process over outcome.
    3. Detach from The Judgments: Detaching our attention from
      self-criticism, others’ opinions, and comparisons.
    • How to craft empowering messages
    • Examples of supportive vs.
      counterproductive language.
    • Role-playing scenarios for
      real-world application.
    • Why core values matter
    • Providing a foundation for
      perspective and simplicity in decision-making.
    • What core values look like in
      practice
    • How they influence competition
      and life choices.
    • How to identify and use core
      values
    • Exercises to help parents and
      youth athletes define core values.
    • Using core values as a compass
      in challenging moments.
    • Why habits are foundational to
      growth
    • The power of alignment between
      core values and behavior.
    • What small changes lead to big
      results
    • Starting with small, actionable
      steps (e.g., 5-minute mindfulness sessions or short walks).
    • Building toward sustainable
      habits over time.
    • How to create and sustain habits
    • "Stacking" new habits
      onto established routines.
    • Monitoring and celebrating
      incremental progress.
    • Why gratitude rewires the brain
    • Counteracting the negativity
      bias with positive focus.
    • What gratitude looks like in
      action
    • Daily gratitude journals or
      moments of reflection.
    • How to incorporate gratitude into
      daily life
    • Practical tips for making
      gratitude a family practice.

    Conclusion:
    Putting It All Together

    • Why a supportive mindset matters
    • The long-term benefits of a
      mentally healthy sports environment.
    • What success looks like for
      parents and athletes
    • Confidence, resilience, and
      enjoyment in sports and life.
    • How to continue the journey
    • Resources for ongoing learning
      and growth.
    • Community support and shared
      experiences.