Is the “mental toughness” mantra leaving your daughter stressed and burnt out? You’re not alone! In this episode, we’re ditching the old playbook and creating a game plan for building confidence, not crushing spirits.

Here’s what you’ll learn (and why it matters):

• Why the “suck it up” approach actually hurts confidence.
• How to be your daughter’s safe space.
• The “What to Say Challenge” that gets results (and keeps the communication flowing!).
• Pre-game pep talks that ACTUALLY work (ditch the generic advice!).
• How to support your daughter during competition (without being THAT sideline parent!).
• Post-competition conversations that build resilience (and avoid the post-game blues!).

This episode is for YOU if:

• You’re a sports parent who wants to see your daughter thrive, not just win.
• You’re tired of the pressure to be “mentally tough” and want a more supportive approach.
• You’re looking for actionable tips to build your daughter’s confidence on and off the field.

Ready to ditch the “old way” and create a winning environment for your daughter? Hit play and let’s get started!

Come hang out with Shellee on social @‌collegereadyplan and learn more about working with her!

For Guest Interview Email: shellee@collegereadyplan.com.

Episode Highlights:

[01:10] Introduction to Mental Toughness.

[01:18] Shout-out to Shelley for her support and contributions to the community.

[02:00] Critique of Mental Toughness Approach. The shortcomings and potential harm of the mental toughness approach in sports.

Introducing a New Approach: Safe Space. Creating a safe space for athletes as a more effective alternative.

[3:40] Impact on Athletes: Anxiety and Perfectionism. The link between traditional mental toughness and increased anxiety and perfectionism among athletes

[07:32] Building Confidence in Athletes: Four Key Areas of Focus. The four key areas for boosting athletes’ confidence.

Next Steps:

• Join our FREE Training for Sports Moms - How to Strengthen Your Athlete Daughter's Mental Game so She Believes in Herself as Much as You Do
• Enroll in The Elite Mental Game - our self-paced training program proven to strengthen your athlete’s mental game and confidence with a $400 discount here!
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