10 Ways to Make Sure You Never Choke Under Pressure | TIME
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- Focus on the goal or target, not mechanics: If you’re doing something physical, like playing golf, don’t get hung up on the intricacies of your swing. That will be your undoing. Concentrate on what you want to achieve.
- Try a short mantra: A one, two or three word phrase you repeat to yourself can help you focus. Across the board,talking to yourself can increase performance.
- Know how to deal with stress in general: Eric Barker has put together a compilation of stress-busting strategies here.
- Have fun. The difference between a fun challenge and stressful work is often just a feeling of control. Pursuemastery and don’t think so much about this one moment. Focus on growth, not proving self-worth.
8:37 AM Mar 16 2015