Ep. 68: Participation Trophies in Youth Sports: Pros vs Cons
Mindful Sport Performance Podcast
English - January 05, 2024 13:00 - 59 minutes - 40.6 MBSports mindfulness sports psychology mental performance meditation high performance anxiety psychology mental skills mental conditioning mental toughness Homepage Download Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
Are participation trophies merely shiny objects that distract from the true essence of competition, or do they play a key role in building self-esteem and encouraging future sport involvement? In this episode, we explore the pros and cons with a critical eye, weighing the possibility that these awards might be diluting the significance of hard work and resilience, while also acknowledging that kids are often more perceptive about the value of these trophies than we give them credit for.
The episode culminates with a broader discussion on how sports shape kids' beliefs and values, particularly as they stand at the crossroads of either deepening their involvement or stepping away from competitive play. This conversation contributes to a dialogue on the importance of intrinsic motivation, the overemphasis on winning, and how mindfulness practices can help reinforce a healthy perspective on self-worth that transcends the playing field.
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