“I loved the bit in the book where it gave ideas of how to respond to common messages or responses from people. I find it difficult to respond to the two following common comments I get about my injury journey: 

 

1. You'll come out stronger 

 

2. Your injury means you can concentrate on other things that are not your sport.”

—Louise

 

This week, co-host and mental skills coach Carrie Jackson answers a question from listener Louise, who finds herself at a loss for words when people around her express these common sentiments.

 

In her response, Carrie explains that typically, people don’t mean to be hurtful when they say these things. Rather, they may not know how to support you in the way you need to be supported right now.

 

She gives a few potential responses injured athletes can use, based on their mood and how invested they are in each relationship. And, she reminds Louise—and all of us—that each interaction offers an opportunity for us to define ourselves and our stories.

 

Listen to the show for more—and to submit a question for a future episode, email us a note or a voice memo to [email protected]. 

 

Resources/links:

• Episode 69: Carrie and Cindy Talk the Talk

 

Thank you so much to our sponsors for season 6: 

• Fluid Running, which has revolutionized fitness by bringing running to the deep water

• IceeNOW.com, which provides innovative injury prevention and recovery solutions for athletes

• ADAM Rehabilitation, creators of the ADAM Brace System, the most stable exercise system built to save the health of your shoulders

Learn more and access exclusive discount codes for their products at buymeacoffee.com/rebound or by joining The Injured Athletes Club Facebook group.

 

To access more resources for injured athletes:

• Buy Rebound: Train Your Mind to Bounce Back Stronger from Sports Injuries —now available as an audiobook!

• Join The Injured Athletes Club mailing list, for news and updates

• Join The Injured Athletes Club Facebook group, for support and camaraderie

• Like The Injured Athletes Club Podcast Facebook page, for the latest episodes

• Email us at [email protected] with questions, guest suggestions, or other feedback

 

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