Does your daughter light up on the field, but now, after an injury, she’s frozen with fear? Her body’s healed, but her mind won’t let her move forward. She’s nervous, hesitant, and unsure if she’ll ever be the same again. This episode is your game plan to help her overcome those mental blocks, rebuild her confidence, and step back onto the field stronger than ever.

What’s Covered in This Episode

• Why injuries are more than just physical, they’re emotional too.
• The #1 mistake parents make when supporting their injured athletes (and how to avoid it).
• How visualization can be her secret weapon for staying mentally sharp during recovery.
• Powerful ways to help her turn this injury into a competitive advantage.
• Building the ultimate support team to guide her through the ups and downs of recovery.
• Key strategies for helping her reenter her sport without fear or comparison.

Ready to help your daughter regain her confidence and compete without hesitation? Tune now! Don’t miss the actionable tips and tools to support her through this challenging but transformative journey.

Episode Highlights: 

[00:00:26 ] Q&A Topic Overview. Today’s focus: how to support your daughter through injury – whether she’s sidelined or on the verge of reentering her sport – and help her regain confidence.

[00:01:00 ] Shoutout to an Athlete’s Recovery Journey. A story of an athlete who successfully returned post-injury using visualization and mindset strategies, proving how critical mental training is during recovery.

[00:03:00 ] The Emotional Side of Injury Recovery. The injury process isn’t just physical; it’s emotional. Bre discusses how parents can stay steady and support their athlete without absorbing all the ups and downs.

[00:04:00 ] Using Downtime to Build Mental Strength. Injury creates a unique opportunity for athletes to sharpen their mental game, including learning visualization techniques and mentally rehearsing key moments.

[00:06:00 ] Turning Injury Into an Advantage. How athletes can use their time off to gain a new perspective, improve skills, and strengthen their mindset. Stories of resilience from elite athletes are shared as inspiration.

[00:09:22 ] Mental Training During Recovery. Why this is the perfect time to focus on mental skills like mantras, reframing limiting beliefs, and preparing for a confident return.

[00:11:00 ] Summary and Resources. Key takeaways and a reminder to check out the free training for sports moms at trainhergame.com to learn more about strengthening your athlete’s mental game.

Next Steps:

• Join our FREE Training for Sports Moms - How to Strengthen Your Athlete Daughter's Mental Game so She Believes in Herself as Much as You Do
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