Stop Trying So Hard in Baseball How many times have you stepped in the batter’s box preoccupied with the thought, “I have to get a hit” or “I must drive in the baserunners,” but instead you struck out on pitches outside the strike zone? When you demand that you get … Read Sport Psychology Tip
Stuck in a Plateau? What’s Holding You Back? Have you heard the saying, “If you keep doing the same thing over and over, you will keep getting the same results”? The quote emphasizes that you must take a different approach or change your behavior if you want different results. At … Read Sport Psychology Tip
Do you lose confidence after striking out with the bases loaded? Do you question your ability to pitch after a shaky inning on the mound? Losing or having a bad game is not the cause of low confidence. There is a middle factor that often wreaks havoc on confidence. The … Read Sport Psychology Tip
How do you deal with a slow start in baseball or softball? A fast start is not the norm. And righting the ship is essential for getting back on track quickly. How do you get on track when the season starts slowly? First, let’s create a common scenario. Preseason is … Read Sport Psychology Tip
What Goes Through Your Mind During Crunch Time? When the game is on the line, and you are at the plate or on the mound, do you feel excited about the challenge or overwhelmed by the circumstances? Many baseball and softball players feel that performing in the clutch is reserved … Read Sport Psychology Tip
Where Does Your Motivation Come From? What is the most effective and sustaining form of motivation? Many sources of motivation provide a temporary boost. External sources of motivation such as money, trophies, media attention, and accolades can incentivize your efforts, but what happens when those sources dry up? When motivated … Read Sport Psychology Tip