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EPISODE · Aug 6, 2026 · 7 MIN

Why Your Child Loses Confidence in Sports

from Sports Psychology Coaching · host Eli Straw

Why does a child lose confidence in sports so quickly? If your athlete seems confident one week and full of self-doubt the next, there's usually a deeper reason. In this episode, I explain why confidence becomes so fragile in young athletes, what actually causes it to disappear after mistakes or bad games, and how parents can help build confidence that lasts. If your child struggles with confidence in sports and you'd like personalized help, click the link below to learn more about my one-on-one mental performance coaching.Work with me!🧠 1-1 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course (for youth athletes)📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical treatment. I am a mental performance coach, not a licensed psychologist. For clinical concerns, consult a licensed professional.

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Why does a child lose confidence in sports so quickly? If your athlete seems confident one week and full of self-doubt the next, there's usually a deeper reason. In this episode, I explain why confidence becomes so fragile in young athletes, what actually causes it to disappear after mistakes or bad games, and how parents can help build confidence that lasts. If your child struggles with confidence in sports and you'd like personalized help, click the link below to learn more about my o...

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