Many athletes feel pressure when they worry about what others think about them or badly want to impress others, such as teammates, parents, and coaches. As a matter of fact, this is the number one reason athletes fear failure: They don’t want to let down others or feel embarrassed.
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Dr. Patrick Cohn is an expert mental performance coach who has helped athletes for over 30 years enhance their performance. Dr. Cohn earned a master’s degree in sports psychology from CSUF and a Ph.D. from the University of Virginia, specializing in Applied Sports Psychology.