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Oct 2021
5m 31s

How to Improve Decision Making when Comp...

DR. PATRICK J. COHN
About this episode
In this sports psychology podcast, Dr. Cohn helps an athlete by explaining how to build composure and confidence and take his shots when the opportunity arrives.

Here is the question, Dr. Cohn answers in this episode:

MURRAY: I feel my decision-making in matches isn't where it should be I know I can shoot the ball from anywhere in the 45 on either foot but I lack composure also how can I improve on it. BTW I play Gaelic football.

Dr. Patrick Cohn is a master mental game coach who works with junior to professional athletes at Peak Performance Sports, LLC. ​​​ Improve your mindset for sports with mental training for athletes.

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