People, Participation, Progression, Performance in Hockey
People dont start because they’re afraid to “fail”.
Fear of failure is paralyzing if you let it be. When you’re afraid to fail, you’re focusing too much on the negative instead of the possibilities.
You’re not playing to win, you’re playing not to lose.
To get past your fear of failure, it requires a shift in mindset, perspective and behavior.
 | Failure Isn't Permanent |
| Failure isn't a sign of weakness, it's a sign of bravery. Setbacks are temporary. Challenges are temporary. Reframe the language and perception around challenges or "failures". Remember, that this moment isn't permanent and it doesn't define you. | |
 | Resilience is a Choice |
| Resilience isn't about avoiding challenges. It's about choosing to face that adversity and bounce forward. By deciding to bounce back and bounce forward, you're building the strength needed for future successes. It's the process of bouncing forward in life with adaptability, grit, and toughness. | |
 | Where you are today, isn't where you will be |
| Growth only happens when you learn from your mistakes and make it a habit. A growth mindset starts with the belief that your abilities and intelligence can be developed through hard work, dedication, and perseverance. View it as a step towards success rather than a permanent setback. | |
 | Think Feedback, not "Failure" |
| "Failure" is not the end but an opportunity for learning and growth. View every critique and setback as feedback, not failure. This shift in perspective can transform your approach and enabled that growth-mindset to focus on the journey rather than the outcome. | |
 | Eliminate The Noise |
| Nothing happens without focus. Clear out the distractions and focus on what matters to you. By staying focused, you're able to channel your energy and resources towards our goals and progress. Define your goals, set your standards, and don't let anyone dictate your limits. |
“My biggest fear is anyone going to learn how to fail? They don’t want to endure the process. It’s okay to fail. You don’t learn as much from winning as you do from losing.” – Tom Izzo
