Valuable Lessons For Sports Kids
We work with a lot of young athletes today who struggle with perfectionism. Although perfectionism has many good qualities, it also can sabotage kids’ success in sports.
Perfectionists tend to be highly motivated, strive to do their best, and they work hard. However, perfectionists may not perform as well in competition as they do in practice, they burn out easier, and they place high, sometimes impossible, expectations on themselves. Our new children’s books help parents address the top mental game issues in sports.
One short story, “James Lazar, the Soccer Star” helps kids overcome perfectionism in sports.
James Lazar, the Soccer Star, struggles with wanting to be perfect. James is afraid of not being able to live up to his nickname “Star” because he doesn’t always make the best shots.
With the help of his favorite Pro Soccer player, Lightning Rick, he realizes the real reason he is a star. It’s not because he makes all the perfect shots and goals, but because he loves the game he is playing!
Your kids will learn that it’s okay to make mistakes and not always perform perfectly. Also, kids learn that the real reason for playing a sport is because you love it and enjoy playing it.
Parents learn how to spot perfectionism in your child and how to encourage your child without enabling them to be perfectionists.
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- Tips for Helping Athletes Transfer Sports Skills to Life
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