Learn From Setbacks

Words to Use: "I believe in You" 

Players need encouragement, advice and support as they work through the disappointment of a loss. Some might place blame on themselves saying they lost the game because of something they did, others might start casting blame on their teammates.  So what do we say, how do we help them understand?  We can start with the big picture, we’re reminding them that it’s not about “being perfect” it’s about staying positive and coming back next time.

​Here are a few tips:

• Tell them “I believe in you.”
• Offer to practice the game situation with a group of friends or family or help them visualize it thinking through the steps they would take.
• Ask them what they would have done differently talk them through it. 

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