In Classroom, is my book 100 Tiny Problems, 100 Tiny Solutions which will be for sale to the general public for Christmas for around the £15 mark and it's here for you for free.
There are 33 tiny problems for Attitude, 33 for Attention and 34 for Intention. Designed with an Index and easily accessible to find the issue for yourself, a parent for their child or an Academy for one of their players.
I am big on self-talk so each Quick Drill has this included.
Here is an example for a common problem:
🎯 Tiny Problem #2
“I get nervous when playing stronger opponents.”
Why this matters
Avoiding belief when facing higher-level opponents drains confidence before you throw. Nerves tighten your grip and kill fluency, letting them settle while you shrink. Over time, intimidation becomes a recurring weakness that prevents you from reaching your full potential.
Tiny Solution
Flip nerves into curiosity. Ask yourself: “What can I learn from this test?”
Why this works
Attitude shifts from fear to exploration when curiosity is applied. The brain lowers anxiety by treating challenges as opportunities. This mindset frees your throw and reveals your natural game. Applied consistently, it builds confidence, resilience, and growth under pressure.
Quick Drill
- Imagine your opponent is nervous of you.
- Picture their doubts fuelling your confidence.
- Anchor phrase: “Curiosity beats fear.”