Are you raising a future sports star?
John O'Sullivan offers his insights into nurturing confident, competitive athletes and discusses his upcoming book "The Champion Sports Parent: Practical Wisdom for Raising Confident, Competitive, Mentally Tough Athletes."
Discover the significance of self-awareness for parents, as John emphasizes examining personal motivations in youth sports. Learn how gratitude can transform the sports experience for both parents and athletes, fostering a positive environment. Explore techniques to help your child develop a healthy inner dialogue and mental resilience.
Finally, John shares his vision of an ideal game day, where support triumphs over pressure, ensuring a fulfilling experience for your young athlete.
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0:00 Intro
1:12 Introduction of John O'Sullivan
3:11 The Champion Sports Parent Book
5:15 Traits of a Champion Sports Parent
9:03 Detachment from Control
12:33 Book Structure and Content
16:25 Coaching Conversations
20:50 Parental Gratitude and Communication
28:35 Gratitude Practices
34:13 Inner Dialogue and Self-Esteem
41:17 Parental Pressure and Youth Sports
47:58 Reflective Questions for Parents
55:26 Trust and Consistency
1:00:07 Ideal Game Day for Parents
1:04:23 Developing the Human and the Athlete
1:06:49 Closing Remarks