117 How to Help Footballers Who Have Been Released – Part Two

Demystifying Mental Toughness

This week’s solo episode is part two where I build on last week’s episode and share 4 more ideas and further resources to help footballers who come across the challenge of being released from football clubs. It’s a naturally difficult time for the player and their family where their motivation and mental health can be tested. My ideas relate to how a mentally tough player would likely view the situation and how you can develop your mental toughness and bounce back positively from the setback.

Key Learning Points

• See yourself as a worthwhile person.
• If you have some unanswered questions for the coaching staff, make sure you ask them.
• Create some goals to work towards.
• Don’t allow setbacks to distract you from your long term goals.

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