Real Talk for Sport Parents Podcast Hosted by Samantha Livingstone   Ep. 8 - Peter Verhoef - Power of Honoring the Whole Athlete, Human First   Summary In this conversation, Head Swim Coach and Aquatics Director of the Bolles School, Peter Verhoef, shares his journey from a young swimmer to a coach, reflecting on the profound impact of his upbringing, family values, and the importance of community in sports. He discusses the lessons learned from his parents, the significance of perseverance, and the role of coaches in shaping athletes. Peter emphasizes the need for intrinsic motivation in sports and offers valuable insights for parents navigating their children's athletic journeys, highlighting the balance between support and expectations. In this conversation, Peter Verhoef and Samantha Livingstone discuss the complexities of youth sports commitments, the balance between family values and sports, and the role of parents in supporting their children’s athletic journeys. They reflect on their own experiences in competitive swimming, particularly the pressures and expectations surrounding performance, and emphasize the importance of fostering a healthy relationship with sports for young athletes. 0:00 Introduction and Gratitude 02:02 Family Influence and Values 06:05 Lessons from Competition and Performance   12:01 Early Swimming Journey and Discovering Passion   17:49 The Role of Community in Sports   20:52 Transitioning to College Swimming and Recruitment   25:00 Navigating College Recruitment in Swimming   27:23 The Pressure of Performance and Parental Expectations   29:43 Understanding the Role of Data in Sports   32:24 Defining Success Beyond Sports   35:36 The Importance of Intrinsic Motivation   39:33 Balancing Multiple Sports and Commitments   42:08 Family Values and Decision-Making in Sports   45:31 Reflections on College Swimming Experience   52:48 Finding Fulfillment in Sports   55:51 The Role of Leadership in Coaching   59:42 Navigating Competition and Expectations   01:03:43 The Parent-Coach-Athlete Triangle   01:09:49 Supporting Young Athletes' Goals   Quotes “If you're not addressing the human element, the emotional experience of your athletes, you're missing the whole point.” [04:58] “You can't just drive people and drive people and expect them to be okay.” [09:12] “We can talk about mental performance, but if we’re not creating emotional safety first, it’s a lost cause.” [13:20]   Social Media and Links ·       RTSP Instagram ·       samanthalivingstone      

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