Self-Talk Flashcards
What is self-talk in sports performance?
Self-talk is an integral psychological strategy for improving sport performance, involving either internal words or words spoken aloud.
What are the two most important forms of self-talk?
he two most important forms of self-talk are negative self-talk (e.g., “I’ll never make this shot”) and positive self-talk (e.g., “You can do this!”).
How does negative self-talk affect performance?
Negative self-talk can undermine confidence and performance by focusing on failure or doubt.
How does positive self-talk improve performance?
Positive self-talk boosts confidence and focus, encouraging a positive mindset and motivating athletes to perform better.
What is negative self-talk?
Negative self-talk is “critical and unhelpful dialogue that you say to yourself” (Amezdroz et al., 2018). It often criticizes your abilities and actions.
How does negative self-talk affect performance?
Negative self-talk is detrimental to performance outcomes by undermining confidence and focusing on perceived failures.
What makes negative self-talk unhelpful?
Negative self-talk is unhelpful because it fosters a critical mindset that can prevent athletes from performing to their best ability.
