Unpack the power of true confidence in sports and competition with James Blasco. In this episode, James explores how genuine self-belief is built through experience, feedback, and recovery—not just positive self-talk. Whether you're an athlete, coach, or driven professional, you'll discover practical strategies to boost your mental game and perform under pressure.

James introduces a unique confidence-building tool: creating your own personal "hype" arsenal. This powerful technique helps you internalize past successes, collect positive feedback, and reinforce your abilities when it matters most. Learn how to leverage this strategy to not only boost confidence but also develop grit—the passion and perseverance that separates elite performers from the rest.

Key Timestamps:

• (00:00) Intro: Understanding true confidence vs. false bravado
• (02:40) The three pillars of genuine confidence
• (05:13) Creating a personal hype video or book
• (09:17) The connection between confidence and grit
• (10:18) Preparing your confidence-boosting materials

Key Takeaways:

• Create a Personal Hype Arsenal: Build confidence by crafting a personalized hype video, book, or collage showcasing your achievements, positive feedback, and memorable moments. This visual reminder combats self-doubt and reinforces your capabilities.
• Confidence Fuels Grit: Boosting confidence through self-reflection and positive reinforcement strengthens grit, enhancing your ability to persevere through challenges and setbacks in your journey.
• Confidence Triad: True confidence stems from a combination of experience, feedback, and recovery. Analyze past performances, gather insights, and implement improvements to build genuine self-assurance.

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Host Bio:

James Blasco is the founder of Charge Forward Coaching and a certified mental toughness and resilience coach and a certified neuroscience coach. He specializes in helping athletes and high performers sharpen their focus, build confidence, and stay composed under pressure. With clients ranging from youth athletes to seasoned pros, James is passionate about helping people show up strong—no matter the arena.

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Charge forward coaching, james blasco, confidence building, mental toughness, grit development, athlete mindset, performance psychology, sports preparation, self-reflection, positive self-talk, visualization techniques, goal setting, overcoming self-doubt, resilience training, sports anxiety management, performance feedback, recovery strategies, athletic success, mental preparation, sports psychology, competitive mindset, self-improvement, personal growth, motivation techniques, performance enhancement, sports coaching, mental conditioning