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Cultivating Composure: The Practice of Acceptance

July 2, 2010 in Fearless Tennis, Mindset

Why is it so hard to maintain composure in tennis? There is no team or person on the sideline to cushion the blow of a missed shot at a critical time. There is noone to pull you out of that frustrating place when you can’t seem to find your shots. The truth is you are exposed at all times; there is nowhere to hide when things aren’t going your way. You are all alone out there to deal with the emotional ups and downs. Read the rest of this entry →

Managing Expectations: A Lesson from the Best

June 22, 2010 in Mindset, Wimbledon

We can learn a lot from the pros. Watch and listen this week and see what you can glean from their approach to the game. After all, if they are competing for their livelihoods, they must have figured a few things out about what mindset is optimal in competition. Read the rest of this entry →