Topic

Anger & Frustration

Anger means something's important to you. But uncontrolled, it'll cost you two-minute suspensions and playing time.

Tools

60s

Redirect Anger in 20 Seconds

After bad calls, harsh fouls, coach criticism during the game.

60s

4–8 breathing (extended exhale)

In the changing room, on the way onto the court, during a timeout, or after the match when your heart's still racing.

60s

Reset routine after a mistake (3 seconds)

Immediately after a technical error, missed shot, turnover, or two-minute suspension.

To read

3 Min

Anger is energy. Rarely well-directed.

A two-minute suspension instead of the equaliser – keep that energy in your system without it costing you.

Belongs to this topic.

I get angry quickly.
I can't handle criticism

These contents are knowledge and training offerings from sport psychology. They do not replace psychotherapy, medical treatment, or professional sport psychological support.