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How Mentally Resilient Are You on the Ice? Take This Self-Assessment to Find Out!
Mental resilience is a game-changer for hockey players. It’s the ability to adapt, recover, and thrive under pressure—whether you’re navigating high-stakes games, dealing with setbacks, or training for the next big opportunity.
Here’s the best part: mental resilience isn’t something you either have or don’t—it’s a skill you can develop.
So, how mentally resilient are you in hockey? Let’s find out!
Self-Assessment: Measure Your Mental Resilience on the Ice
Answer the questions below honestly—there’s no right or wrong. This is about gaining insights to sharpen your mental game.
1. When you miss an important shot or make a mistake during a game, do you…
A) Feel stuck replaying it in your mind?
B) Take a moment to process, then refocus on the game?
C) Use it as motivation to play even harder?
2. After a tough loss, how quickly do you bounce back mentally?
A) It takes days or longer.
B) I recover in a few hours or the next day.
C) I shake it off quickly and focus on improving.
3. How do you respond when a teammate or coach gives you constructive criticism?
A) I take it personally and feel discouraged.
B) I reflect on it and try to apply the feedback.
C) I welcome it as a tool to elevate my performance.
4. How often do you work on your mental game (e.g., visualization, mindfulness, or confidence-building exercises)?
A) Rarely, if ever.
B) Occasionally, but not consistently.
C) Regularly—it’s a key part of my training.
5. Do you have people who help you stay positive and focused in your hockey journey?
A) I often feel like I’m in it alone.
B) I have a few people, but I don’t always lean on them.
C) I have a strong support system and value their input.
Interpreting Your Results
Mostly A’s:
Pressure might feel overwhelming at times, but the good news is that mental resilience is a skill you can train. Start small—every shift in mindset counts.
Mostly B’s:
You’ve already built a solid foundation of resilience. With more focus on refining mental strategies, you’ll gain even greater strength and consistency in your game.
Mostly C’s:
You’re mentally tough! You’ve developed key skills to adapt and thrive, but maintaining and fine-tuning your resilience will keep you at the top of your game.
What’s Next?
No matter where you stand, there’s always room to grow. If you’re ready to take your mental game to the next level, let’s work together to build your resilience and confidence on and off the ice.
Skate like the wind, Izzy
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