← Writings Competing · Mindset — July 21, 2024

One point at a time

“I can't control winning, I can only perform at my best.”

Scan of the handwritten notebook page, July 21, 2024
Notebook page — July 21, 2024

Transcript

Today, I am getting to play the sport I love in a tournament. I am excited to play, but I will take each match one point at a time. I will think about each point and if I am playing with the right strategy. I will stay positive because I only need to keep focused on my goals.

My goals today are:

1. Play with the patterns for the serve and first two balls

2. Maintain a positive attitude

3. Approach the net to finish points, like I have been working on.

I can't control winning, I can only perform at my best.