Pressure & Expectations
Pressure rarely comes solely from others. Usually, it's a mix of expectation, uncertainty, and the feeling of having to prove something.
Tools
Reshaping self-talk
When a comment about you has been stuck in your head for days.
4 minThree process goals for your game
When your worth in the team currently only depends on game time.
60s4–8 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.
To read
Whose expectation are you actually carrying?
Pressure from coach, parents, team, yourself – sorting it out helps more than enduring it.
6 MinFear of Mistakes: How to play without constantly thinking about the consequences
When you only play it safe so nothing goes wrong – and lose your game in the process.
6 MinWhen your head's too full: Dealing with pressure from school, sport, and expectations
Exams, four training sessions a week, a match at the weekend – and everyone expects something. How to get organised.
Belongs to this topic.
- I'm afraid of failing
- I'm constantly comparing myself to others.
- I'm afraid of losing my place
These contents are knowledge and training offerings from sport psychology. They do not replace psychotherapy, medical treatment, or professional sport psychological support.