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The resilient athlete!!

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The resilient athlete   “When the stadium lights dim and the crowd fades, what remains is the athlete’s inner voice—the one that decides whether they rise again or retreat.” Resilience refers to the capacity of a athlete to bounce back even after setback, adversity , failures etc. such as injuries, poor performance, or high-pressure situations—to maintain or return to high-level functioning  or optimal level of functioning. It involves positive mindset , positive adaptation, and utilizing personal resources to thrive despite of  challenges and setbacks.    Mental toughness Mental toughness is the ability to remain resilient, confident, and focused, allowing individuals to persist through pressure, adversity, and setbacks . mental toughness is a skill which can be developed by positive self-talk, overcoming challenges  in a positive manner. generally speaking there four types of C's in mental toughness which sports psychologist often use with elite athlet...