Finding Inner Peace And Mindfulness As A Sports Parent - Podcast #6

Dr. Amy Saltzman, the author of A Still Quiet Place For Athletes, takes us through the steps of self-discovery and mindfulness as a sports parent. This practical guide can be used at your children's games and in everyday life.

The Parents Role In The Pressure Our Kids Feel To Be Perfect

Topics Covered And Where To Find Them:

0:39 - Exploring mindfulness as an athlete
3:14 - What is mindfulness?
4:15 - Mindfulness and attachment to your child’s performance
5:22 - Supporting your children without an agenda
6:09 - Controlling emotions as a parent
9:39 - Exploring your true thoughts and feelings about your child’s participation in sports
13:42 - A short practice to cope with anxiety
16:35 - Anxiety should be controlled, not eliminated
19:01 - It’s okay to be anxious
23:21 - Mindfulness in everyday life
24:18 - Mindfulness out loud (communicating your feelings with your children)
28:32 - Dealing with other parents at your children’s sporting events