Building Psychological Bravery

Bravery is acting effectively while fear is present, not waiting for confidence.

Playbook

1. Objective: Strengthen mental resilience.
2. What to do: Take action despite discomfort.
3. How to do it: Commit to behaviors, not feelings.
4. When: In training and competition.
5. Progress indicator: Reduced avoidance behaviors.
6. Common mistake: Waiting to “feel ready.”
7. Mini case (generic): An athlete executes a difficult strategy despite anxiety.