Coach Your Brains Out DIFFERENTIAL LEARNING with Wolfgang Schollhorn (Part 2 of 2)
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Jan 12, 2023 AI Snips
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Internal vs. External Focus
- Internal and external focus in learning are intertwined and should be viewed through brain activation.
- Relaxing the brain, potentially by widening the eyes with external instructions, aids learning by lowering frontal lobe frequencies.
Mindfulness and Differential Learning
- Differential learning may activate lower brain frequencies (alpha and theta) similar to mindfulness practices.
- This can lead to anatomical changes in the brain, improving emotional coping and overall performance, even outside of sports.
Implementing Differential Learning
- Start with 10 minutes of differential learning and observe the athlete's response.
- Allow athletes to make errors without punishment, fostering trust and relaxation.