Confident, Calm and Clutch

How to Build Confidence and Mental Toughness for Athletes Using Sports Psychology (Mental Strength Books for Teens and Their Parents, Book 1)

By: Valerie R. Alston

Narrated by: Valerie R. Alston

Length: 3 hrs and 38 mins

Publisher's summary

Is your child a confident, calm, and reliable clutch performer right now? Are you tired of seeing your young athlete struggle with self-doubt, lack of focus, and crumbling under pressure? Look no further!

Confident, Calm and Clutch is the ultimate mental strength and confidence book for boys and girls that will revolutionize your young athlete's mindset and transform their performance on and off the field. Are you ready for a winning edge? Ask yourself: What if you could equip your mental youth athlete with the tools to conquer nerves and perform under pressure like a pro?

How would it feel to witness your child exude confidence, make quick decisions, and bounce back from setbacks with resilience? Imagine the immense pride of seeing your young athlete develop an unshakable belief in themselves and their abilities? Here's what you'll discover in the best mental toughness book for teens and young athletes on the market today.

Fact 1: Learn the secrets of elite athletes—Uncover the proven techniques used by top sports psychologists to build unwavering confidence, enhance focus, and develop mental toughness.

Fact 2: Overcome self-doubt—Gain practical strategies to help your young athlete silence their inner critic, boost self-esteem, and believe in their capabilities, even in the face of adversity.

Fact 3: Develop unbreakable focus—Discover powerful concentration exercises and mindfulness techniques that will sharpen your athlete's focus, eliminate distractions, and keep them in the zone when it matters most.

Transform your child into a resilient, confident athlete. Develop mental toughness to overcome setbacks and adversity. Empower your young athlete to excel both on and off the field. Thousands of young athletes have transformed their mindset and achieved breakthroughs with the strategies shared in this book. It is truly one of the best sports psychology books for young athletes and their parents on the market today.

©2023 Valerie R Alston (P)2023 Valerie R Alston

Great for motivation

Teens already have the challenge of having to do well in school, and it is an additional challenge for them if they participate in competitive sports. Growing up, I was fortunate that I didn't really feel the pressure when I participated in sports as it was more of a fun activity for me. However, I recognize that it is not the same for everyone, and this book is a great guide for teen athletes so they can have confidence and better focus in playing their sport. This mental toughness will not only help them when they play but also in their education and even in their future career. The support of parents as well in important and plays a big part in their success. This book is a must-listen for both the young athlete and their parents; I recommend it!

Be a winner

This book can help you raise a resilient child who is capable of running the show in their own right. Excellent advice on several topics that truly will help your kids build character and develop as a better athlete. Learn how to create mental toughness, build their inner strength and even how to set goals appropriately. If you want your kid to learn excellence this book is for you.

Excellent book

A fantastic resource for both athletes and sport psychology professionals alike! I was particularly impressed by the hands-on tools and real-world instances that shed light on the significance of honing your mental edge. If you're unsure about where to begin with mental training or how to effectively impart these skills, this audiobook offers the perfect roadmap for your journey. Highly recommend!

PACKED WITH INFORMATION!!

"Confident, Calm and Clutch" is an ideal book for parents and young student athletes who want to improve teamwork, play, and game preparation. For parents of teenagers who are athletes, this book is a great resource. Every parent wants their kids to succeed in everything, even sports, where there can be significant ups and downs. Valerie has given parents the resources in "Confident, Calm, and Clutch" to assist their kids with the psychological aspects of sports. This book is unique among sports psychologists. It's a gold mine of mental techniques that boost self-esteem and enable athletes to perform well. A must read!

I WAS NOT Confident Clutch Calm, NOW I can be!

First: I would like to say as an avid Audio Book listener, this is the BEST author read book I have listened to. Valerie Alston was passionate about her subject and made the material easy and enjoyable to follow.

Second: I am Not confident, clutch or calm. My mental toughness was non-existent. I am also Not a high school athlete or even good at my sport. I am a senior citizen trying to become an accomplished pickleball player. I needed help. I first read Valerie Alston's printed book and it helped me immensely. I now can mentally attack the game and be confident that I will be a better player every time I hit the court. I now love that I can listen in the car to her book for tips I need to refresh.
I especially liked the pregame routine and pre-shot mantra for my serve that she suggests. And the way she teaches to get rid of negative self talk. There is nothing " I can't do YET. "

Everyone can use this!

As parents we know we want our kids to have these skills but just telling them “Be more confident” isn’t enough. They need tools to get there and this book gives our kids those tools.

Unique book on helping with Mental Toughness

this is a needed book for young people in sports. Often the greatest component of lower results when participating in sports derives from self confidence or lack of it. I like that this book breaks down these elements that inhibit us from doing the very thing we seem to excel at in practice situations. Game stress is real! Thank you for laying out things as improvement on consistency, how to better controls emotions and you provide ways to exercise and build inner strength and mental toughness.

The Audiobook for Young Athletes and Parents

This audiobook has made a significant impact on my kids' athletic performance. Listening to it in the car, we've seen a noticeable change in their mindset and mental strength. They've started applying the lessons from the book to real-life situations, which has been impressive and relieving. It's a must-listen for parents and athletes alike, offering practical resources and strategies. Thank you, Valerie Alston, for this invaluable resource!

great for young athletes

This book is a great resource for high school softball players who want to become mentally tough. It shares strategies from the life experiences of a former player. However, the author sometimes implies that applying these mental techniques will automatically lead to success without emphasizing the importance of physical work. Nevertheless, it's a helpful read for young softball players who want to improve their skills and learn coping strategies for mentally challenging situations.

Phenomenal!

If you are a parent like I am with kids who are really into sports, then you know the pain of watching your kid crumble under the pressure and not be able to perform at their top athletic abilities. Its crushing to watch, and there were times I felt powerless to help. This audiobook has really made a very significant difference. My sons and I listen to this in the car and it has definitely had an effect. The boys are realizing, through listening to these relevant and interesting stories and examples that in addition to their physical strengths, they need to develop mental strength. My kids did not really buy into this at first, but as we started to get into these stories I noticed they started to talk amongst them selves, comparing stories in this audiobook to real-life situations they had been in! I was so impressed and relieved. Great audiobook!