How To Overcome Perfectionism In Sports

Managing Perfectionism in Sports Kids

In “Sessions with Doc,” Dr. Patrick Cohn answers your sports psychology and mental training questions about managing perfectionism in athletes.

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Here’s the question Dr. Cohn answers this week about Overcoming Perfectionism In Sports.

LEAH ASKS: “With my athleticism, training, and my talent, I have super high expectations and I expect to win often. In matches when I make mistakes, I berate myself, get frustrated, and lose focus. Now I expect to do these things in matches, which hurts my confidence. Am I a perfectionist, or am I just being negative with myself during matches?”

Watch the video below to hear what Dr. Cohn has to say to Leah about managing perfectionism in athletes.

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Related Articles on Kids’ Mental Game:

• Helping Young Athletes Kick Perfectionism and Fear of Failure
• Helping Kids See the Good and Bad of Perfectionism in Sports
• How To Free Sports Kids From The Bonds of Perfectionism

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