3. Developing A Successful Attitude; Key Components

a. Use only positive statements - change from "I can't" to "I can".

            i. no negative talk at workouts / only positive statements

            ii. change "I have to" to "I want to"

b. Be realistic.  Realize that success in wrestling comes from hard work and discipline. - Champions are not extraordinary people, they are normal people who do extraordinary  things.

c. Don't limit yourself - don't fear failure

i. never run away from someone who is a little better than you, they will make you better.

ii. correct don't protect

iii. positive mistakes (many times a loss is a better teacher than winning).  Analyze a loss or mistake, learn from it, and then forget it.  Don't dwell on the negative.

d. Practice for perfection

            i. don't cruise

            ii. ask yourself, "will I be able to do this when the pressure is on?"

e. Don't take criticism personally - don't categorize yourself as a good or bad wrestler, just one at a certain level

f. Simulate unfavorable conditions - expect the unexpected and practice overcoming unforeseen events and obstacles

g. Make the most out of each and every situation - ask the key question - "what can I do to get the most out of practice and have fun while doing it?"