The Voice in your head Friend or Foe | Roque & Cosme Lavín Delgado | TEDxYouth@ASM
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In this engaging talk, the speakers explore the concept of negative self-talk and its detrimental effect on performance in sports, specifically golf. They emphasize how the internal voice can be the worst caddy, impacting not only golfers but anyone facing pressure in various aspects of life. Through personal anecdotes and psychological insights, they highlight the importance of mastering one’s inner dialogue to enhance confidence and success. The discussion also covers how negative self-talk can shrink the prefrontal cortex, affecting decision-making and stress levels. The speakers offer practical strategies for combating this inner critic, such as recognizing and reframing negative thoughts, adopting power poses, and establishing pre-shot routines to reset emotional states and regain focus. Ultimately, they stress the importance of choosing to listen to the constructive voice instead of the critic to achieve one’s goals.