In this episode, I share a conversation that really stood out—a 14-year-old player reached out to me directly, signed up for Anytime Soccer Training on his own, and started doing the work. What impressed me even more was his question: “Is it okay to take a rest day?”

That simple question sparked this episode. We talk about why rest is not only okay—but necessary—and how it fits into long-term development. I also revisit a core message from an earlier episode:

"Goals are what you want. Standards are what you do daily."

We dive into why it's tough to motivate someone without a growth mindset, but also why it's equally hard to discourage someone who has one. I walk through how I use this mindset at home with my own sons and how we structure their weekly training—including a breakdown of how much time they spend using Anytime.

Whether you're a parent, coach, or player—this episode will help you rethink the balance between effort, rest, and smart training.

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