Wrestling Blogs - Gene Zannetti

I was listening to the CD program "Psychology of Winning" by Denis Waitley and I became inspired to write about the importance of Self-Image.One of the most, if not thee most important element of success is having a positive and empowering Self-Image. Successful people see themselves as winners, go-getters, high achievers, worthy of glory, etc etc. And their mental images of themselves usually manifest themselves in the individuals behaviors.This is the Heart of Sport Psychology. Everything else is more of a band-aid fix (it helps, but it will not solve the problem). 1st order change.1st Order Change vs. 2nd Order… more »

1. Getting involved in the hype. Reading rankings, the papers and/or forum. Leave this to the spectators, after the season you can read your articles.2. Associating with negative people and small-time thinkers. These people will only slow you down. Keep your distance from them, especially during the season.3. Making any particular match or tournament “special.” Every match and practice is important, but nothing is ever special. Special adds pressure. Treat everything the same. Consistency!4. Believing ANY opponent you face is unbeatable. David and Goliath, Giants and Patriots, Gable and Owings, The Movie Miracle, etc. etc.5. Focusing on the past or… more »