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GCSE Physical Education · key term
Giving yourself encouraging statements or positive instructions to build confidence, maintain focus and control arousal.
Used by AQA
Paper 2
Revise: Stress management techniquesPositive self-talk involves giving yourself encouraging statements or positive instructions, usually silently in your head. These words can reassure or motivate the performer and keep attention on the task.
Keep the explanation matched to the technique: positive self-talk uses positive words or instructions; mental rehearsal involves imagining the performance.
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