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EP #48: Beyond Thinking: Why Unconscious Confidence Drives Elite Performance
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EP #48: Beyond Thinking: Why Unconscious Confidence Drives Elite Performance

In this episode, Patrick discusses the concept of unconscious confidence, emphasizing its importance for athletes and how it can be developed through skill mastery, consistent practice, and positive reinforcement. He highlights the role of parents in fostering a supportive environment that encourages effort over results and normalizes mistakes as part of the learning process. The conversation also touches on the significance of discipline and preparation in achieving success, particularly as athletes prepare for the upcoming year. Chapters 00:00 Understanding Unconscious Confidence 06:33 The Four Stages of Skill Mastery 11:43 Key Components of Developing Confidence 25:15 The Role of Parents in Building Confidence 40:36 Preparing for Success in 2026 To learn more on how to get started training your mental game with SPMI, please visit the company website at www.gospmi.com Sign up for a free 15-minute consultation at www.gospmi.com/contact You may also reach out to us at 786.350.1554 or toll free at 1.800.601.0176

The SPMI Podcast

December 20, 202541m 31s

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Show Notes

In this episode, Patrick discusses the concept of unconscious confidence, emphasizing its importance for athletes and how it can be developed through skill mastery, consistent practice, and positive reinforcement. He highlights the role of parents in fostering a supportive environment that encourages effort over results and normalizes mistakes as part of the learning process. The conversation also touches on the significance of discipline and preparation in achieving success, particularly as athletes prepare for the upcoming year.

 

Chapters

00:00 Understanding Unconscious Confidence

06:33 The Four Stages of Skill Mastery

11:43 Key Components of Developing Confidence

25:15 The Role of Parents in Building Confidence

40:36 Preparing for Success in 2026

 

To learn more on how to get started training your mental game with SPMI, please visit the company website at www.gospmi.com

Sign up for a free 15-minute consultation at www.gospmi.com/contact

You may also reach out to us at 786.350.1554 or toll free at 1.800.601.0176  

 

Topics

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