In this week’s podcast we are joined by Dr. Chelsea. She was trained as a studio dancer in the Denver area, and spent summers training with ballet companies, finishing her performance career as a professional ballet dancer. Chelsea has a Ph.D. in Sport Psychology and is currently a professor at the University of Colorado at Boulder and a mental performance coach. Dr. Chelsea provides digital courses and memberships to help dancers be happier and more successful. You can check out her podcast, Passion for Dance at https://chelseapierotti.com
SHOW NOTES
03:12 Understanding Mindset and Mental Skills
09:24 The Role of Values in Performance
18:06 Motivation vs. Discipline
32:16 Discipline in the Face of Low Motivation
37:10 The Dangers of Over-Scheduling Children
39:41 The Importance of Intentional Rest
43:43 The Role of Relationships in Performance
49:36 Mastery vs. Competition in Sports
54:41 Encouraging Athlete Autonomy
01:01:15 Fostering Reflection and Growth in Athletes
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https://www.chelseapierotti.com/
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