In today episode, I'm joined by former international cricketer and Senior Leadership Coach, Jeremy Snape. Jeremy and I discuss pressure, where he explains why our brains can be hijacked and hinder our performance.  He also shares some great advice on using pre-shot or pre-performance routines as a way of mentally preparing yourself to execute your skills.

Key Learning Points:

• Our brains are built for safety.
• Seek to focus on your body, breathing and self-talk to help you stay in the moment.
• Understanding how you can remain calm and instinctive will help you perform at your best under pressure.
• To slow yourself down and focus on the “next ball only” is a helpful psychological approach.

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