Review Positive Mentality

What is the main goal of sport/performance psychology?

• Learning physical techniques to succeed
• Learning and practicing how to think to succeed
• Studying past performances to avoid mistakes
• Relying on coaches and teachers for motivation

According to the guiding principles, how does creating a positive environment help performance?

• It makes practice sessions shorter
• It reduces the need for effort
• It helps individuals learn faster and perform better
• It eliminates competition

Which of the following is NOT one of the six lifelong mental skills to practice daily?

• Giving maximum physical effort
• Creating a positive environment
• Meditating to help focus and relax
• Watching professional athletes perform

Why is feeling good about yourself important in sports and life?

• It increases confidence and resilience
• It guarantees success in all competitions
• It eliminates all performance anxiety
• It makes coaches and teachers more supportive

What is the key to feeling good about yourself?

• Ignoring your weaknesses
• Waiting for success to happen naturally
• Actively doing things that give you success regularly
• Relying on external rewards for motivation

Why is it important to recognize your thoughts during practice and games?

• To identify harmful thoughts and replace them with helpful ones
• To impress your coach and teammates
• To memorize every detail of your performance
• To focus only on winning

What is the difference between a “state” and a “trait” in sport psychology?

• A “state” is permanent, while a “trait” is temporary
• A “trait” is a consistent characteristic, while a “state” is temporary
• A “state” is something only elite athletes experience
• A “trait” changes based on competition level

How can an athlete increase their self-worth?

• By focusing only on results
• By comparing themselves to others
• By ignoring weaknesses
• By creating daily success through controllable skills

Which of the following is something an athlete CANNOT control?

• Their effort and attitude
• Their focus on small details
• The decisions of referees and coaches
• Their goal-setting habits

What should athletes focus on if they want to improve their mental skills?

• Things they can control, like effort and execution
• Complaining about external factors
• Relying on motivation from coaches or teachers
• Practicing only physical skills