Can you keep a secret?

Published 22 days ago • 1 min read

On Sunday, I shared the evolving story of a basketball player learning how easy it is for pressure and recruiting uncertainty to pull young athletes away from who they actually are.

The challenge wasn’t just performing well — it was staying connected to himself while the future remains unclear.

👉 In case you missed it

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One Thought.

I received an email from a client’s father on Monday. He shared this:

“One of your competitors was a sponsor (at a local baseball game). He texted the announcer to say he had three clients in the game, and the announcer named them. They were minors, as well.

I thought it was terrible. At best, unprofessional and at worst, a violation of the right to privacy.

There is no shame in seeing a performance coach, but I think it's not really up to the coach to disclose it. If he has consent, of course, that would be different. Maybe he did, but I doubt it.

I hope you wouldn't do something like that.”

I would not and I couldn't agree more with him.

One Resource.

Here is something I wrote not long ago about the importance of maintaining confidentiality in my practice.

👉 Read it now

Confidentiality is a standard you should expect any credentialed mental performance coaching professional to abide by.

One Question.

How would you feel if your child’s mental performance coach disclosed their identity publicly without your consent?

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P.S. If your athlete’s skill gets trapped by their emotions under pressure, my free 10-Day “Level Up Your Mental Game” Challenge is a great place to start.

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