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Unstoppable Athlete - Mental Resilience for Teen AthletesSara and Michelle are experienced volleyball coaches who's mission is to empower teen athletes to unlock their full potential - on and off the court - by cultivating growth mindset, building resilience, mastering sports psychology, regulating their nervous systems and setting meaningful, actionable goals. Author: Soul Sister Leadership
Sara and Michelle are experienced volleyball coaches who's mission is to empower teen athletes to unlock their full potential - on and off the court - by cultivating growth mindset, building resilience, mastering sports psychology, regulating their nervous systems and setting meaningful, actionable goals. We want to share experience and stories from young athletes and ex-pros to help young athletes be UNSTOPPABLE in competition and in life. Language: en Genres: Education, Self-Improvement, Sports, Volleyball Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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#34 - Beyond “Good Job”: Building Confidence Through Honest Feedback S2.16
Episode 16
Tuesday, 9 June, 2026
Many well-meaning parents and coaches believe confidence comes from praise, but confidence is actually built through effort, growth, and overcoming challenges. In this episode, Sara and Michelle explore the difference between empty praise and meaningful feedback, and why constantly telling athletes they’re amazing can sometimes undermine their development. Instead, they discuss how to recognize and reward the behaviors that truly matter—showing up consistently, embracing hard work, learning from mistakes, and responding to setbacks with resilience. By shifting the focus from outcomes and natural talent to effort and growth, parents and coaches can help athletes develop authentic confidence, stronger self-talk, and the belief that success is something they can create through their actions rather than something they either have or don't have. Inspired by lessons from successful athletes and teams, this conversation offers practical ways to foster a growth mindset that supports both performance and personal development. Top 3 TakeawaysPraise attitude and effort to create growth mindsetInquire with your athletes to guide them how to excel in the role they haveLet go of bad days and keep out of the perfectionist mindset
