Teaching Kids The Mental Game | Connie Clotworthy | Founder of Worthy Beyond Purpose

Connie Clotworthy is the founder of Worthy Beyond Purpose, a non-profit program that teaches kids how to win the mental game in sports and in life. After years in golf instruction, she saw that physical skills were only part of the equation. Confidence, mindset, and self-awareness mattered just as much. Today, she works with young athletes to help them build resilience, handle pressure, and see their worth beyond the scoreboard. Connie shares how her own experiences in sports shaped her approach, the tools she uses to help kids reframe challenges, and why mental performance training should be part of every athletic program. She explains how these skills not only improve performance but also prepare kids to thrive in school, relationships, and future careers. Her work proves that the most powerful victories happen long before game day. Chapters: 00:00 Meet Connie Clotworthy, Founder of Worthy Beyond Purpose 04:15 From Golf Instruction to Mindset Coaching 07:50 Why Physical Skills Aren’t Enough for Success 11:20 Teaching Kids to See Their Worth Beyond Results 15:00 Mental Game Strategies for Young Athletes 19:00 Helping Kids Reframe Mistakes and Failures 23:30 Building Confidence That Lasts Off the Field 27:40 The Role of Parents and Coaches in Mental Training 32:10 How Mindset Skills Transfer to School and Life 36:40 Creating a Culture That Supports Mental Wellness 40:00 Why Mental Performance Should Start Early 44:30 Stories of Transformation from the Field 48:15 Advice for Parents Raising Young Athletes The Powerful Ladies podcast, hosted by business coach and strategist Kara Duffy features candid conversations with entrepreneurs, creatives, athletes, chefs, writers, scientists, and more. Every Wednesday, new episodes explore what it means to lead with purpose, create with intention, and define success on your own terms. Whether you're growing a business, changing careers, or asking bigger questions, these stories remind you: you're not alone, and you're more powerful than you think. Explore more at thepowerfulladies.com and karaduffy.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices