Alyssa Zajdel, PhD
Should You Stop Saying Should?
According to dictionary.com, “should” means “must.” So, when you say things like “I should win” or “I should practice more” what you’re...
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Alyssa Zajdel, PhD
Oct 23, 20231 min read
When Should You Shoot?
You’re close to goal. Your teammate throws you the ball. You catch it. Do you shoot? There are several ways to make that decision. Option...
Alyssa Zajdel, PhD
Oct 19, 20231 min read
What Is the Difference Between An Open and Closed Mindset?
With an open mindset, you are receptive to what will be. With a closed mindset, you’ve already decided on the outcome or how something...
Alyssa Zajdel, PhD
Oct 16, 20231 min read
Do You Need a Certain Body to Be a Figure Skater?
Looking at Olympic figure skaters, it seems like the only way to be a figure skater is to be lean, somewhat short, flexible, and have a...
Alyssa Zajdel, PhD
Oct 12, 20231 min read
What Makes a Real Figure Skater?
When you think “figure skater,” what comes to mind? Probably someone on TV at Nationals or the Olympics. In figure skating, it seems like...
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