Elite sport performance/Self-confidence/Confidence summary and go further

= Summary and go further =

This topic has described self-confidence and its importance in elite sport, by:  Clarifying that self-confidence and good performance have a circular relationship. Explaining that self-confidence is influenced by personality and situational factors. Describing sources of self confidence in sport, of which previous success is the most influential. Presenting a five-step approach to boosting self-confidence. 

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Secrets of Asian Sport Psychology
Secrets of Asian Sport Psychology offers many insights into the subject of self-confidence. In particular, the chapter on Wrestling In Iran explains the importance of self-confidence in a sport where part of the challenge is to physically overwhelm your opponent. The chapter also includes discussion of the importance of religion in the sport, which is a source of confidence in many cultures.  Wrestling in Iran</li> </ul>

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