Self Assessment
This section is meant to help the athlete determine where to start the "M.E.N.T.A.L online modules".
So...
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Take a quick look at the **"M.E.N.T.A.L." skills development categories below & answer the questions honestly.
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If the answer isn't a resounding ABSOLUTELY - then that is an area to start watching & learning.
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...then off you go into the Plans & Pricing section & then the "M.E.N.T.A.L online modules" to start in that category
Mindfulness, Concentration, Problem solve/Scanning
Mindfulness
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In big moments in trainings & games, I stay in the present vs. think about what happened or what might happen next.
Concentration
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I can dial-in during matches and ignore distractions, regardless of score or circumstances.
Problem Solving and Scanning
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I recognize and solve problems easily that are presented to me in training or games.
M.
Pressure
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I stay calm & thrive under pressure in big moments.
Self-talk to enhance/manage my emotions
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I can manage my self-talk in big moments.
Breathing to enhance/manage my emotions
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I can manage my breathing in big moments.
Imagery to enhance/manage my emotions
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When I make a mistake, I can see myself doing it right the next time.
Body Language to manage my emotions
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When I am feeling stressed, I don’t hang my head, instead I get after the next moment.
E.
Confidence (I believe in myself)
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I believe in myself. When I make a mistake, I don’t lose faith in myself & keep pushing.
Realistic Optimism to enhance confidence
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I am optimistic and think “we can do this” and I am rarely pessimistic.
Body Language to enhance confidence
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When I make a mistake, I don’t lose faith in myself and I make body movements that show that I keep pushing on.
Imagery to enhance confidence
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When I make mistakes, I can take a deep breath and picture myself doing it right the next time.
N.
Tenacious Motivation - Competitive Mindset, Grit & Purpose/Motivation
Growth Mindset/compete in the face of failure
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When I lose, I don't make excuses. I take ownership and work hard to get the next one.
Purpose/Motivation
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I have a "purpose" for playing. I set goals based on that purpose and I do things because I choose to not because someone makes me do it.
Grit/Resilience
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Setbacks don’t discourage me and I don’t give up easily.
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Awareness
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I am aware of what I am good at and what I need to improve on in training and games as well as over time during the season.
Responsibility
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When I make a mistake, I take responsibility for my mistakes and don't blame others.
A.
Provides effective information to self and teammates
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I'm positive in my communication w/ others & I willingly receive feedback from others about my performance.
Manages body language to enhance communication
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When things aren’t going well, I am aware of my body language and can change it to be positive.
Listening
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I listen to teammates and am coachable when people are trying to give me feedback.