Free mental performance tips for young athletes, parents, and coaches:👉 https://michaelvhuber.com/newsletterWork with me:👉https://calendly.com/michaelvhuber/mike-huber-15-minute-meeting-clone⏱️ TIMESTAMPS00:00 – Introduction02:00 – Why insecurity is part of every athlete’s experience06:00 – How coaches and parents unknowingly reinforce doubt10:00 – The problem with “just relax” and other empty advice14:00 – Why bravery matters more than fearlessness18:00 – The “3 B’s”: body, breath, and brain as anchors under pressure22:30 – How Callum’s tennis journey shaped his work with athletes27:00 – Preparing for failure: why athletes need to expect adversity31:00 – The role of acceptance in emotional control and performance36:00 – Why environment and culture fuel insecurity40:30 – What “Liquid Sports Psychology” really means44:30 – Callum’s advice for every young athlete: “You’re not alone.”🧠 SHOW NOTESIn Episode 86, I sit down with Callum Gowling, founder of Liquid Sports Psychology in the U.K., to explore why confidence doesn’t come from fighting insecurity — it comes from accepting it.We discuss the false promise of “mental toughness,” why advice like “just relax” can do more harm than good, and how athletes can learn to manage their body, breath, and brain when pressure hits.Callum also shares how his own tennis career and personal insecurities shaped his mission to normalize the emotional side of sport — reminding athletes, coaches, and parents that everyone feels fear and doubt.If you’ve ever wondered how acceptance can actually enhance performance, this episode will challenge how you think about confidence.🤝 CONNECT WITH CALLUM GOWLINGInstagram: @liquidsportspsychologyWebsite: (Add when available)💬 CONNECT WITH MICHAEL HUBERWebsite: https://www.michaelvhuber.comNewsletter: https://michaelvhuber.com/newsletterHS to College Transition Preparation: https://michaelvhuber.com/courseInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelvhuberX: https://x.com/mhubercmpcYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thefreshmanfoundation

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