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Episode Synopsis
ResourcesThe Confidence Game GuideFREE Mindfulness Exercises & ChecklistFREE Confidence ChecklistParent GuidebookSummaryIn this episode of the Mental Game Gym podcast, host Andrew Crome delves into the crucial topic of self-awareness, emphasizing its foundational role in mental performance. He discusses common struggles athletes face regarding self-awareness and provides practical tools and daily practices to enhance it. The episode highlights the importance of recognizing thoughts and emotions without judgment, fostering a mindset that allows for better control over performance and emotional responses.TakeawaysSelf-awareness is essential for regulating emotions and performance.Common struggles include mindlessness, emotional reactivity, and blaming others.Self-awareness can be trained and improved with practice.Daily reflection journals help identify patterns in thoughts and emotions.Using a traffic light system can aid in self-check-ins during performance.Naming emotions creates distance and helps manage them better.Body scans can reveal physical tension that affects mental state.Feedback from others can provide insights into performance.Self-awareness is a continuous practice, not a one-time achievement.Awareness leads to better focus, control, and confidence.Sound bites"Ask yourself, am I where I need to be?""Self-awareness is like a mirror.""The more you observe, the more you learn."Chapters00:00 The Foundation of Self-Awareness03:11 Common Struggles in Self-Awareness04:50 Tools for Building Self-Awareness10:03 Daily Practices for Self-Awarenessself-awareness, mental performance, emotional regulation, athlete mindset, mindfulness, training, reflection, emotional intelligence, performance improvement, mental game
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