From a cozy cabin in the woods, Dr. Tiffany talks with Nate about the role of anxiety in competition, especially performance anxiety, and how it can be shifted when we make space for mistakes. Nate shares his experience as both a coach and a licensed therapist. Thanks to Nate for helping us learn:

• How confusing it can be to effectively support our anxiety. He offers a few small tricks that make a huge difference.

• How honoring our mistakes as part of sport can ease the pressure that is experienced in competition.

• How yelling and screaming is not going to help reduce anxiety (here’s looking at you, coaches!).