Raising Young Athletes Podcast: Episode#8: Perfection to Excellence
Episode #8: Perfection to Excellence of my Raising Young Athletes podcast is the second of seven in a series that examines obstacles that can prevent athletes from performing their best and enjoying their sports experiences. Importantly, this series will consider ways in which parents hold these unhealthy attitudes and instill them in their children. This […]
Read MoreSaturday Evening Post column: How to Resolve Conflict in 3 Steps
The Saturday Evening Post published my most recent column, 3 Keys to Resolving Conflict. The reality is that conflict is an inevitable part of the human condition. So, it’s not about avoiding conflict (though minimizing its frequency certainly makes for a better life) as it is about resolving it in a way that rebuilds relationships […]
Read MoreCrisis to Opportunity Podcast: Episode #8: Fear to Courage
In Episode #8: Fear to Courage of my Crisis to Opportunity podcast, we continue our exploration of the powerful role that emotions play in how we react to crises in our lives. This episode examines whether you experience fear or courage as you confront crises in your life. As you can imagine, fear produces in […]
Read MoreTake Full Advantage of the Fall Prep Period
It’s hard to believe the summer, what I consider Phase I of the ski racing prep period, is over. Hopefully, the summer was devoted to building the foundation for your success next winter. In all likelihood, your efforts focused on three areas. First, you engaged in an intensive physical conditioning program. The reality of ski […]
Read MoreFor Ski Racing Success, the ‘Devil is in the Details’
It’s been my observation that the best ski racers in the world don’t just do what most other ski racers do. It reminded me of one of my favorite sayings (which I invented), “If you want to ski like everyone else, be like everyone else,” in other words, do what everyone else is doing. Instead, […]
Read More20% Discount on Online Courses for Ski Racers, Coaches, & Parents
Online Courses for Racers, Coaches, & Parents With the summer now over and the oh-so-important fall prep period underway, now is a great time for racers to get their minds in great shape, coaches to sharpen their skills, and parents to be the best they can be as we all prepare for next winter. Good […]
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