Episode 2: Thought Stopping

In Episode 2 of "Inside the Competitor's Mind," host Kenzie Schopfer delves into the concept of "Thought Stopping" as a technique to manage distractions and maintain focus in high-pressure situations. Kenzie shares personal experiences from her Division 1 softball career, illustrating how athletes can achieve a flow state by practicing until their performance becomes automatic and using strategies to manage both internal and external distractions. The episode outlines a four-step routine for thought stopping: awareness, interruption, physical cue, and cognitive replacement, emphasizing the importance of mental training alongside physical preparation.