Today I share a recent experience on a trip to Las Vegas where I helped coach a 7v7 touch football team. We traveled to Vegas to compete in the Pylon 7v7 Football National Tournament. The tournament was a tremendous learning experience, as our record showed 0 wins and 4 losses. Some of the things that held us back were:
- Distractions
- Low Commitment Level
- Stage Fright
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Try these 10 tips to reduce your stage fright:
- Shift the focus from yourself and your fear to your true purpose—contributing something of value to your team.
- Stop scaring yourself with thoughts about what might go wrong. Instead, focus your attention on thoughts and images that are calming and reassuring.
- Refuse to think thoughts that create self-doubt and low confidence.
- Practice ways to calm and relax your mind and body, such as deep breathing, relaxation exercises, yoga, and meditation.
- Exercise, eat well, and practice other healthful lifestyle habits. Try to limit caffeine and sugar as much as possible.
- Visualize your success: Always focus on your strength and ability to handle challenging situations.
- Study, watch film, practice intensely.
- Make connections with your teammates: Smile and greet people, thinking of them as friends rather than enemies.
- Listen to your coaches with assurance and confidence. Make eye contact and always be aware of your posture and body language.
- Give up trying to be perfect and know that it is OK to make mistakes.