043 - Dr. Jordan Goffena - How to control your anxiety better

Dr. Jordan Goffena, a sports psychologist, discusses the concept of self-regulated learning and its application in sports performance. He explains that self-regulated learning is a holistic mindset that involves metacognitive, motivational, and behavioral approaches to taking ownership of one's own learning. Dr. Goffena breaks down the three phases of self-regulated learning: forethought, performance, and reflection.

Chapters00:00Introduction and Background03:16Self-Regulated Learning and its Application in Sports Performance06:37Setting Realistic and Measurable Goals09:34Controlling Controllables: Managing Anxiety in Sports13:38Using Mental Skills to Deal with Mistakes and Failures19:41Overcoming the Fear of Success in Sports33:30Implementing Self-Regulated Learning in Game-Like Scenarios39:39Overcoming Self-Doubt and Embracing the Moment46:27Seeking Help from a Mental Performance Coach52:07Managing Negative Self-Talk and Redirecting Thoughts57:33The Benefits of Sports Psychology: A Gift to Your Future Self