In episode 22 of the 'Coaching The Athletic Mind' podcast, host Megan Weaver discusses the importance of managing athletes' concerns about others' opinions. Megan emphasizes how athletes often struggle with the desire to be liked by their teammates, which can distract them from their game. She introduces several mental tools to help athletes cope with negative comments and self-doubt, including the idea that others' opinions are none of their business, you don't have to believe them and using humor or agreement to defuse criticism. Megan also shares personal and client anecdotes to illustrate how these tools have helped athletes overcome mental barriers and perform better in their sports.
