Perspective Archives - ICE Mental Game Coaching

Appreciation Is Key to The Champion Mindset

Now is a great time to talk about the champion mindset and appreciation. You don’t have to wait for a special occasion or day for this.

I work with skaters on establishing a mindset for success. I teach them how to establish excellent daily habits and thinking that will serve as a basis for transforming their mindset from the ordinary to extraordinary where their highest goals are possible.

Skaters who strive to reach the highest goals in sport, can only do so if they live their life with the mindset for success. Consistency, commitment and accountability in sport is an extension of the same things in everyday life. Continue reading “Appreciation Is Key to The Champion Mindset”

You Don’t Need To Wait; Make a Fresh Start Now

Where does the time go? At any time of the year skaters can start to panic.

When Spring competitions start, when Summer training is winding down, and when skaters and coaches are preparing for qualifying competitions.

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Stop Negative Comparisons in Figure Skating

Do you have a friend or rival who competes at the same level as you? Many skaters want to know how to handle this situation and stop comparing themselves to others.

Here are three tips you can use to stop the comparisons and get on with your skating. In the example below I use “training mate,” but you can use it for any situation (i.e. competitor, friend or sibling). Continue reading “Stop Negative Comparisons in Figure Skating”

Competition and Comparisons: How to Manage Your Mind and Emotions

Podcast here.

A skater asks:

How do I manage my mind and emotions when I am being compared to others in a competition?

I want to thank this skater for a great question! This skater is already aware that she can make a change in the way she thinks and feels in a competitive situation that involves being compared to other skaters. Continue reading “Competition and Comparisons: How to Manage Your Mind and Emotions”

Help Young Athletes Reach Their Dreams with Healthy Perspective

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I don’t think you’re ever there. You might never arrive, but if you do, you might as well quit because you’re already there. Can’t get any better. And as players, if you ever have that moment—you should never have that moment. You’re always trying to get better. –Tiger Woods

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How to Overcome Your Limiting Beliefs

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What you believe about your skills and abilities can move you forward or hold you back.
A limiting belief is a thought you think that keeps you from doing or achieving something you desire.
Everyone carries some type of limiting belief around with them. They start small and if left unchallenged can turn into big barriers to your success. If you are reading this, you probably know that you have them. Continue reading “How to Overcome Your Limiting Beliefs”