Scott Goldman
Performance psychologist and researcher specializing in sport and high-performance settings, known for working with elite athletes and teams and applying science-based strategies to manage fear and anxiety.
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Feb 15, 2026 • 14min
Bite Size: What a Performance Psychologist Knows About Fear | Dr Scott Goldman
Dr Scott Goldman, a performance psychologist who works with elite athletes, explains why fear is hardwired into the brain. He links modern anxieties to ancient survival wiring. He discusses how unknowns default to negative, how avoidance maintains fear, and practical approaches like brief exposure and pairing drives to reset the nervous system.
