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What is the primary factor that determines an athlete's emotions and behavior in a situation?
What is the primary factor that determines an athlete's emotions and behavior in a situation?
- The athlete's concentration and anticipation
- The situation itself
- The athlete's quick reaction and secure trap
- The athlete's beliefs about the situation (correct)
What is the likely outcome of an athlete experiencing negative emotions?
What is the likely outcome of an athlete experiencing negative emotions?
- Tense muscles and slowed reaction (correct)
- Improved concentration and reaction time
- Secure trap and productive behaviors
- Enhanced anticipation and tunnel vision
What is the purpose of self-talk skills in athletics?
What is the purpose of self-talk skills in athletics?
- To control how we respond to uncontrollable events (correct)
- To improve physical abilities
- To control uncontrollable events
- To develop a competitive mindset
What type of thoughts would lead to positive emotions and skilled performance?
What type of thoughts would lead to positive emotions and skilled performance?
What is the result of destructive thoughts in an athlete?
What is the result of destructive thoughts in an athlete?
What is the relationship between an athlete's beliefs and their emotions and behavior?
What is the relationship between an athlete's beliefs and their emotions and behavior?
What is the primary aspect of the situation that determines the emotions and behavior of athletes and coaches?
What is the primary aspect of the situation that determines the emotions and behavior of athletes and coaches?
According to the ABCs of self-talk, what does the letter A represent?
According to the ABCs of self-talk, what does the letter A represent?
What is the result of negative consequences in a competitive situation, according to the example in figure 7.1?
What is the result of negative consequences in a competitive situation, according to the example in figure 7.1?
What is the primary factor that determines how athletes and coaches respond to a competitive situation?
What is the primary factor that determines how athletes and coaches respond to a competitive situation?
What is the primary goal of understanding the ABCs of self-talk in a competitive situation?
What is the primary goal of understanding the ABCs of self-talk in a competitive situation?
What is the correct order of the ABCs of self-talk, as described in the text?
What is the correct order of the ABCs of self-talk, as described in the text?
