ABC Mental Toughness Blog

The top 10 negative self - talk barriers leading to performance plateaus and how to overcome them.

Discover techniques for building mental resilience and reframing negative thoughts in competitive environments.

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The #1 Thing Holding Back Youth Soccer Players (And It's Not What You Think)

Learn why awareness—not more training—is the key to unlocking your young athlete’s full potential on the field.

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Stress, Emotions, and Coping in Youth Sports

Explore how mental stress impacts young athletes and why emotional regulation and coping strategies are essential for youth sports success.

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Grit Mindset: Prioritizing Process, Strength, and Achievement

Most people chase the trophy without truly embracing the grind—yet real growth happens when you prioritize daily effort over instant success.

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Chapter 1: The Fearless Young Athlete

A fearless young athlete learns to surrender emotions, embrace self-reflection, and let go of fear. Use these hands-on assignments to build confidence, overcome mental barriers, and thrive both on and off the field.

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Chapter 2: The Fearless Young Athlete

Fear isn’t the enemy—inactivity is. In this chapter, young athletes learn to understand, manage, and transform fear into fuel. Includes a powerful personal story and a guided journaling assignment to help athletes reconnect with their WHY.

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Tips for Tryouts: How to Stand Out and Make the Team

Have you ever been in a situation where you desperately wanted to make a team, but you had to go through a grueling tryout period? In the tryout, you are accompanied by 40 or 50 players with the exact same goal.

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