this happens, a person should take a deep breath and try to find something to do for a few minutes to get their mind off of the problem. A person could read the newspaper, listen to some music or do an activity that will give them a fresh perspective on things. This is a great technique to use right before your next game. Another technique that is very helpful
is to have a small notebook of positive statements that you can carry around with you. Whenever you come across an affirmation that makes you feel good, write it down in a small notebook that you can carry around with you. Whenever you feel stressed, open up your small notebook and read those statements. This will help to manage your negative thinking. In every anxiety-related situation you experience, begin to learn what works, what doesn’t work, and what you need to improve on in managing your fears and anxieties. For instance, you have a lot of anxiety and you decide to take a small walk before your game to help you feel better. The next time you feel anxious you can remind yourself that you got through it the last time by taking a walk. This will give you the confidence to manage your anxiety the next time around. Take advantage of the help that is
available around you. If possible, talk to a professional who can help you manage your fears and anxieties. They will be able to provide you with additional advice and insights on how to deal with your current problem. By talking to a professional, a person will be helping themselves in the long run because they will become better able to deal with their problems in the future. Remember that it never hurts to ask for help. Remember that patience, persistence, and education will go a long way in preventing fear from becoming a factor in your game.
Managing your anxieties in your sport At times, our worries and anxieties can
overwhelm us. In addition, our worries can 58
distort our perception of what is reality and what is not. As a result, this may interfere with your game. Here is a brief list of techniques that a sports athlete can use to help gain a better perspective on things during their anxious moments. When feeling anxious, stop what you are doing and try to do something relaxing. A person should take a deep breath and try to find something to do for a few minutes to get their mind off of the problem. A person could get some fresh air, listen to some music, or do an activity that will give them a fresh perspective on things. Remember that our fearful thoughts are exaggerated and can make the problem worse. A good way to manage your worry is to challenge your negative thinking with positive statements and realistic thinking. When encountering thoughts that make you fearful or anxious, challenge those thoughts by asking yourself questions that will maintain objectivity and common sense.
When overwhelmed with worry, a person may encounter a lot of scary thoughts coming at them all at once. Instead of getting upset, remember that these thoughts are exaggerated and are not based on reality. From my interviews with various professionals, I’ve learned that usually it is the fear behind the thoughts that gets us worked up. Ignore the fear behind these thoughts and your worry should decrease. Remember that all the worrying in the
world will not change anything. Most of what we worry about never comes true. Instead of worrying about something that probably won’t happen, concentrate on what you are able to do. In every anxiety-related situation you experience, begin to learn what works, what doesn‘t work, and what you need to improve on in managing your fears and anxieties. For instance, you have a lot of anxiety and you decide to take a walk to help you feel better. The next time you feel anxious you can remind yourself that you got through it the last time by taking a walk. This will give you the confidence to manage your anxiety the next time around.
It is not easy to deal with all of our fears and worries. When your fears and anxieties have the best of you, try to calm down and then get the facts of the situation. The key is to take it slow. All you can do is to do your best each day, hope for the best, and when something does happen, take it in stride. Take it one step at a time and things will work out. ~ Stan Popovich is the author of “A
Layman’s Guide to Managing Fear Using Psychology, Christianity and Non Resistant Methods” - an easy to read book that presents a general overview of techniques that are effective in managing persistent fears and anxieties. For additional information go to:
www.managingfear.com/.
The 2010 Ultimate Canada Conference (UCC) will take place in Vancouver, BC on November 12-14.
The UCC is a wonderful profes- sional development opportunity for Ultimate organizers to net- work, discuss programming and shape the future direction of UC. With so many Ultimate enthusiasts in one location it is a great chance to learn about developing juniors programs, administrative best practices and much more. This year UC is expanding the confer- ence by opening it up to inter- national participation and offer- ing even more sessions with one stream focused on youth Ultimate and one stream on administration/ planning. There are many topics to cover and participants will have several opportunities to select ses- sions that are the most relevant to their home ultimate community. For more information about the
conference, please visit the Ul- timate Canada website at www.
canadianultimate.com/
Ultimate Canada Magazine —
www.canadianultimate.com
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