Author & Swim Coach Aunt Cindy & Me!  

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​When I was little, I hated getting my face wet in the water, or my nose or my ears.  Even today, I’m not a confident swimmer.  Yeah, I had swim lessons as a kid, but I just never got over it or comfortable with it.  

That’s why I‘m so excited to introduce you to Sue Nami and her swimming journey! This little book, authored by Coach Cindy Klein, is perfect for the sports mom (or future sports mom) who wants to start reading to their little one about learning to swim and not be scared of the water! 

The character Sue Nami is absolutely adorable and her wildlife friends help her learn to breathe, balance and move starting on dry land, even before her first swim class!   I really wish I had this book to rad to my EJ when she was little!   

Of course, it’s one of my new favorite things because Coach Cindy Klein is actually my amazing aunt...and I’ve been waiting for this books debut on Amazon...check it out!  

Do you take the chance? 

​Do you dive to make the catch? 

How do you live your life - by embracing a challenge or shying away.

When you put yourself out there, you build your courage muscle so you have a bit more to use the next time.

Girls can be so hard on themselves when it comes to their ability to play a sport. They think they will hit the ball every time and catch every ball.  And, when they don't, they beat themselves up and tell themselves they are no good. 

Understanding that our minds tend to make up stories based on how we are feeling, what mood we are in and what we think about our abilities.  These stories are often not true, they are made up lies that defeat us and make us feel small. 

Here are some tips:

• Talk about thinking more hopefully - the idea that something good will happen
• When your player is telling herself an untrue story, share your observation and remind her of the facts
• Give hugs, love and encourage her to love herself 
• Offer to practice with her to help her improve her skills