In this episode of the Athletes Edge Coaches Edition podcast, Dr. Josh Brant, a clinical psychologist specializing in sports psychology, discusses the importance of the mental game in sports. He emphasizes the need for coaches to treat athletes as individuals and not commodities, the significance of passion and belonging in sports, and the role of self-talk and emotions in performance. The conversation also covers the journey of young athletes, the balance between winning and personal development, and the importance of self-awareness for both athletes and coaches.takeawaysThe mental game is crucial for athletes' success.Coaches should prioritize the individual needs of athletes.Passion and belonging are essential for personal development.Self-talk can significantly impact performance.Emotions can help or hinder performance depending on how they are managed.Goal setting should include outcome, performance, and process goals.Athletes need to learn to separate their identity from their performance.Coaches must be open to feedback from their players.Self-awareness is key for both athletes and coaches.The journey of young athletes is filled with challenges that require support.Sound Bites"The journey of young athletes is not easy.""It's a game of misses, not a game of makes.""You are not your results."Chapters00:00Introduction to Dr. Josh Brandt and His Work03:00Navigating the Competitive Landscape of Junior Sports06:10The Importance of Individual Development in Sports09:12Transitioning from Clinical to Sports Psychology12:01The Role of Passion and Belonging in Sports15:02Coaching for Development vs. Winning17:55Educating Coaches and Athletes21:05Self-Awareness and Accountability in Coaching24:06Supporting Golfers Through Mistakes24:58Building Mental Resilience in Athletes29:56The Importance of Self-Talk and Internal Dialogue38:05Embracing Emotions and Self-Awareness44:04The Role of Coaches and Parents in Athlete DevelopmentThank you for tuning in. We are here to provide you and your athlete with content to grow and develop. Join us next week for another episode of the Athletes Edge, coaches edition podcast. www.mpbcoaching.comwww.linkedin.com/company/my-personal-best-coachingwww.instagram.com/mypersonalbestcoachingwww.facebook.com/mpbcoachinghttps://www.youtube.com/@mpbcoaching

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