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Key Psychological Issues and Problems for Snooker Players

Key Psychological Issues and Problems for Snooker Players

Here is a selection of psychological issues presented by players  of all standards that were of concern in different ways.

 

  1. “Confidence” - a catch all for many issues.
  2. Useful states - accessing ideal states for snooker
  3. Mindsets - beliefs that are useful
  4. Accessing self belief - how you represent your own ability to yourself
  5. Self Belief – Unable to Win Certain Games or Tournaments
  6. Self Image - how you see yourself as a player, sportsman etc
  7. Transferring form from the practise table to match play and important events.
  8. Mental Blocks – certain shots – certain situations
  9. Improving Concentration and Focus - attention in and on the game
  10. Composure & Balance - stability under pressure
  11. Inconsistency - best, norm and worst - variation of
  12. Not improving or going backwards - not developed as a player/stagnation
  13. Handling Pressure - self explanatory
  14. Dealing with Distractions - staying aligned with the game
  15. Self limiting behaviour - bad habits & routines
  16. Personal Conflicts - addictions etc.
  17. Motivation – Quality Practise & Winning Mentality
  18. Accessing top form states
  19. Developing the winning mentality - Killer instinct etc, determination
  20. Handling Mistakes & Misses - Reset stategies
  21. Healing the Wounds of Battle - Dealing with sports related trauma - mental scarring.
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