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How to handle public criticism from coaches

My coach screamed at me in front of everyone yesterday and I know he was right about my effort but I can't shake feeling like I want to disappear from the sport entirely.

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Shame transforms necessary feedback into an existential threat to self-worth.

Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Sport and physical competition?”

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.