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Pursue Your Pain Before Pain Pursues You: Resilience Through Proactive Discomfort
Pain is inevitable—prepare for it. Teach young athletes to face discomfort now, so they’re ready to thrive when adversity shows up later.
Neil Wattier
Mar 233 min read


Breaking Through Fear: How Your Brain Learns to Perform Under Pressure
Fear is natural, but confidence is a skill. Train your brain to stay calm under pressure and perform at your best when it matters most.
Neil Wattier
Feb 95 min read


Embracing Failure: How Setbacks Can Propel You Forward
Failure isn’t the end; it’s a stepping stone to greatness. Embrace setbacks, learn, and rise stronger than ever.
Neil Wattier
Jan 204 min read


You Are Guaranteed Nothing: Put Away Your Entitlement and Work for It
Success is earned, not owed. Put away entitlement, embrace hard work, and take ownership of your journey. #NoShortcuts #HardWork
Neil Wattier
Jan 123 min read


Book Summary: Grit, The Power of Passion and Perseverance by Angela Duckworth
Angela Duckworth’s Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance explores the concept of "grit" and how it can be developed in individuals....
Neil Wattier
Feb 24, 20232 min read


Helping Young Athletes Overcome Fear and Anxiety in Sports
Parents and coaches may see fear and anxiety present in the sport performance of young athletes. Whether it's fear of failure, fear of...
Neil Wattier
Jan 5, 20232 min read


Lessons from Matthew McConaughey’s 2016 University of Houston Commencement Speech
As a student-athlete, you are at a unique and exciting point in your life. You have the opportunity to pursue your passions and dreams...
Neil Wattier
Jan 1, 20232 min read
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