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David Udelf Psy.d

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How Judgments and Opinions Can Make Matters Worse

How Judgments and Opinions Can Make Matters Worse

Optimize performance with a pivot from distracting thoughts to what's needed now.

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Responding to Mistakes With a Flexible Mind

Moving on and profiting from miscues to successfully execute performance skills.

15.03.2026 50

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Seek Daily Improvement Instead of Perfect Performance

You're not flawless and never will be. Stop expecting the impossible.

16.02.2026 100

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Navigating the Perilous Journey of Adolescence

14.12.2025 90

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How Teenage Wisdom—Not Panic—Led to Rock & Roll Fame

10.11.2025 60

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Exploring a Challenge of Teenagers With Two Rock & Rollers

13.10.2025 80

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How a College Athlete Beat the Yips

02.09.2025 60

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Explore a Personal Encounter With the Yips

01.09.2025 40

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Yikes, the Yips! How Athletes Can Handle This Challenge

29.07.2025 30

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How a Careful Pause Can Improve Athletic Decision-Making

23.06.2025 100

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Helping Young People Break Out of Athletic Over-Identity

04.06.2025 60

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The Hazards of an Athletic Identity

25.05.2025 40

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How Excitement and Joy Can Disrupt Athletic Performance

13.04.2025 40

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Phoenix Flying: How a Pro Athlete Arose From Bad Coaching

24.03.2025 60

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Family Deaths, Life-Threatening Illness—Play Ball!

23.02.2025 50

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Getting a Grip in Sports With a Healthy Perspective

27.01.2025 50

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Upgrade Your Approach to Sports With a Wise Life Perspective

13.01.2025 30

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David Udelf Psy.d