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Performance Psychologist Caroline Anderson from Performance Edge Psychology

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We’re so excited to release our latest episode with performance psychologist Caroline, whose approach revolves around embracing all aspects of performance, whether they be good, bad, or uncomfortable. Join us as we explore facing fears, dealing with pressure and anxiety, and discover valuable tools to support you on your sporting journey and beyond. This episode provides valuable tools for enhancing your sporting performance but also offers valuable lessons applicable to personal growth and development. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of acceptance, growth, and resilience in the challenges faced within extreme sports and how this can carry over into our everyday lives.


In this episode we talk about: 

    • Caroline's Journey into Performance Psychology:
      • Caroline shares her personal journey into the field of performance psychology and discusses who can benefit from its principles.
      • Competitiveness:
        • A discussion on the role of competitiveness in sports and how it can influence performance.
        • Pressure & Control:
          • Exploring the dynamics of pressure and control in athletic performance and strategies to manage them effectively.
          • Journey vs. Outcome Focused:
            • Contrasting the benefits of focusing on the journey of improvement versus fixating solely on achieving outcomes.
            • Imposter Syndrome & Self-Confidence:
              • Insights into overcoming imposter syndrome and building self-confidence in the realm of sports and beyond.
              • Confidence vs. Competence:
                • Delving into the distinction between confidence and competence and their impact on athletic performance.
                • Mental Imagery:
                  • Caroline shares the power of mental imagery, including the importance of engaging all senses to enhance performance.
                  • Athlete Retirement & Identity:
                    • The challenges athletes face during retirement and the process of navigating identity beyond the sporting realm.
                    • ADHD & Risk:
                      • Discussion on ADHD in athletes and how it intersects with risk-taking behaviour in sports.

                        • Where to find Caroline:

                        Website: https://performanceedgepsychology.com/

                        Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/performance_edge_psychology/


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