Episode #11: Emotions (Part I) of my Raising Young Athletes podcast is the fifth of seven in a series that examines the psychological obstacles that can prevent athletes from enjoying their sports experiences, performing their best, and achieving their athletic goals. This episode is the first of two parts that examines the significant effect that emotions have on young athletes. Though young athletes should experience positive emotions such as excitement, joy, pride, and inspiration, too often these days, they are overwhelmed with fear, frustration, disappointment, and sadness. This episode examines how these unpleasant emotions arise and how parents can help their young athletes in developing “emotional mastery,” which involves the ability to minimize negative emotions and produce positive emotions into their sports lives.

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