How Perfectionism Hurts Young Athletes Success

Perfectionism in Young Athletes

Dr. Patrick Cohn, co-founder of The Ultimate Sports Parent discusses how fear of failure and perfectionism in young athletes can stifle their performance and success in sports.

In this youth sports psychology video by Dr. Patrick Cohn you’ll learn:

How perfectionism can hold young athletes back and how they sabotage their own success in sports by trying to be too perfect.

Watch the video below to see what tips Dr. Cohn gives to sports parents on how they can help their athletes.

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