Coach Sherry Win discusses the importance of mindset and self-awareness in overcoming challenges, particularly for teens preparing for college.
Highlights
Coach Sherry is a two-time Olympian and founder of the Winning Leadership Company.
Mindset matters: what you tell yourself can significantly impact your performance.
Test anxiety is common; changing thought patterns can improve outcomes.
Self-awareness is crucial as only 15% of people reflect on their thoughts and behaviors.
Resiliency helps navigate life’s challenges; every disruption is an opportunity for growth.
Positive affirmations need to be believable to be effective.
Sherry offers free discovery calls to help parents and teens develop tools for success.
Key Insights
Mindset Shifts: The way students perceive their abilities directly influences their performance. Encouraging positive self-talk can foster improvement.
Ownership of Beliefs: Challenging negative beliefs is essential. Students must recognize how their thoughts shape their reality and outcomes.
Importance of Support: Family support plays a critical role in a teen’s development. Open dialogues about feelings can help teens feel understood and validated.
Pain as a Catalyst: Individuals often change when pain becomes unbearable, highlighting the need for deep reflection and motivation to change.
Resilience Building: Teaching teens to view challenges as opportunities can help them develop resilience and adaptability, essential skills for life.
Self-Reflection: Encouraging teens to question their thought patterns helps them identify harmful beliefs and replace them with constructive ones.
Coaching Benefits: Professional guidance can aid in unraveling limiting beliefs and developing actionable strategies for personal growth.
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Email: shellee@collegereadyplan.com
