586 | Why Slumps Happen and How to Break Free

One day you're playing with confidence, and the next, you're in a slump. You start overthinking, try to push through, but end up stuck in a cycle of frustration and self-doubt. Why does trying harder only make it worse? The truth is these slumps are normal, but many athletes don’t realize that managing slumps isn’t just about performance — it’s about mindset. Today, I’m giving you four go-to strategies for breaking free of slumps so you can start playing like yourself again. You’ll learn what to focus on, what to let go of, and how to handle the pressure to perform. Whether you’re a coach or an athlete, here's your game plan to reset and get back in the game! Topics discussed: The mental struggle athletes experience during a slump The impact on confidence and performance Why pushing harder can make things worse Four strategies to break out of a slump  ------------------------- Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Lindsey’s straight forward, realistic approach to motivation and living your best life.” <– If that sounds like you, we'd love for you to rate and review the podcast! This helps us reach more high performers — just like you — on a personal growth journey to become better leaders, competitors, and humans. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding episodes to the feed each week and we don’t want you to miss out. Follow now! OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST Download on iTunes Listen on Spotify