
Dr. Emily Wright discusses strategies for dealing with negative self-talk and toxic inner voices. She emphasizes the importance of awareness and understanding the impact of thoughts on performance. She suggests developing productive self-talk and focusing on process rather than outcome goals. Dr. Wright also explores the concept of resilience and how to view failure as an opportunity for growth. She recommends three mental tools: purposeful breathing, positive self-talk, and reframing nerves as a sign of caring and excitement. In this conversation, Emily Wright discusses various topics related to mental performance in sports and life.