Coaching Mind's Podcast: Perform at your best! S1E7 - Optimistic Perfection
Nov 28, 2019
High standards meet practical failure plans as performers learn to chase excellence while preparing for mistakes. Listeners map what pulls them off target and practice shifting focus to controllable next steps. Short, intentional self-talk and body-regulation tools are offered for quick recovery. The episode also explores how optimism boosts team trust, cohesion, and momentum in critical moments.
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Map The Triggering Moment
- Identify the exact event that knocks you off target and write it down so you can spot it quickly next time.
- Note where your attention goes (focus), what the inner voice says, body changes, and emotions to map the automatic cycle.
Record The Full Focus Cycle
- Track your focus, self-talk, body sensations, and emotions in the four boxes so you can see the whole automatic cycle.
- Use that awareness to interrupt the automatic (System 1) response with intentional actions.
Replace Negative Focus And Self-Talk
- Cross off the negative focus and intentionally redirect to controllables, next steps, or process cues.
- Replace automatic self-talk with a short positive phrase you'll commit to in competition.