Listen "How We Tie Our Self-Worth to Sports | Dr. Erik Fisher Explains the Psychology of Fandom"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of Emotional Algebra, Dr. E... explores a question every passionate sports fan should ask:Why do we tie so much of our identity to our team’s performance? We often expect athletes—whether professional or amateur—to be emotionally invincible. But behind every jersey is a human being with real emotions, beliefs, and internal struggles. #SportsPsychologyDr. Fisher discusses how fans, too, can carry emotional wounds triggered by games—sometimes years after a loss. We often “pre-spend” success, emotionally cashing checks based on expectations. When reality falls short, we experience disappointment that feels deeply personal.This episode challenges us to reflect:- Why do we feel such rage or heartbreak over something we don’t control?- How can we build emotional awareness around our fandom?- Can we enjoy the game without letting it define us?Whether you're a coach, athlete, or lifelong fan, this is a powerful reminder that #EmotionalInvestment needs healthy boundaries—and a bit of self-reflection.🔔 Watch the full episode here: [https://youtube.com/@ErikFisherakaDrE]Follow Dr. E... for more insights:📍Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/dr_e_presents]📍Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/share/1BkhUS8X4w/?mibextid=wwXIfr]📍LinkedIn: [https://www.linkedin.com/in/doctore]📍TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.epresents]📍Twitter/X: [https://x.com/dctre]📍Spotify Podcast:[https://open.spotify.com/show/3w9W0ZOwfwXkbxeFO5ChWG?si=apAiDAcwTxqhQl-xXWzAoA]#DrErikFisher #SportsFans #FandomCulture #EmotionalAwareness #MentalHealthInSports #SelfReflection #AthleteMindset #FanBehavior #PsychologyOfSports #GameDayEmotions #SportsIdentity #LetTheGameBeTheGame