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PerformHappy with Rebecca Smith

PerformHappy with Rebecca Smith

By: Rebecca Smith
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I’m Rebecca Smith, your podcast host, and High Performance Coach. I’m Director of Complete Performance Coaching and founder of The #PerformHappy Community.Maybe you’re a gymnast with a fear of going backwards. A swimmer who can’t seem to go any faster. Or a parent who is clueless about how to help your child succeed. You might be stepping up to tougher competition and looking to raise your game. Whether you're struggling with a mental block, or you just had the best season of your life, this podcast is for you.Kids need resources to deal with the pressure of competition, but they don’t necessarily want it to be their coach or parents.I teach parents, coaches, and adolescent/teen athletes of all abilities how to achieve their personal best. These are the tips and mental toughness strategies that my clients tell me help them most.I also provide insights for parents and coaches who want to support their kids and their teams.Performing well is a blend of hard work, skill and mental toughness. I’ll teach you how to use all 3 to be the best athlete you can, and have FUN competing in your sport. Mental skills translate to all areas of your life. When kids learn skills to cope with stress & emotion in a sport context, they become better prepared to thrive in school and beyond.Join me each week as I help people reach peak performance and maximum enjoyment.

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Episodes
  • Why Kids Get Camp Superpowers and How to Keep Them
    Jul 22 2025

    This week on the PerformHappy Podcast, I’m sharing one of my favorite topics: the “camp magic” that gives athletes those powerful bursts of confidence, and what you can do when that confidence disappears back at the gym.

    Whether it’s a breakthrough skill at camp or a fearless moment at competition, those experiences can feel like superpowers. But why don’t they last? I’ll explain what’s actually going on in the brain when athletes are in fresh, positive environments, and how you can capture that feeling and bring it home.

    If your athlete has ever done something brave at camp or at a meet, only to freeze again in practice, this episode is for you.

    In this episode, Coach Rebecca talks about:

    • What “camp superpowers” are, and why kids often break through blocks in new environments
    • The science behind how your environment impacts confidence and fear
    • What to do when confidence fades once your athlete is home
    • How to identify your “camp alter ego” and show up as them every day

    “If you want consistent confidence, you have to figure out what sets you up for success, and then do more of that.” – Coach Rebecca

    Learn exactly what to say and do to guide your athlete through a mental block with my new book "Parenting Through Mental Blocks" Order your copy today: https://a.co/d/g990Bur

    Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/complete_performance/

    Join my FaceBook page: https://www.facebook.com/completeperformancecoaching/

    Check out my website: https://completeperformancecoaching.com/

    Write to me! Email: rebecca@completeperformancecoaching.com

    Ready to help your athlete overcome fears and mental blocks while gaining unstoppable confidence? Discover the transformative power of PerformHappy now. If your athlete is struggling or feeling left behind, it's time for a change. Are you ready? For more info and to sign up: PerformHappy.com

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    15 mins
  • How to Build Lasting Confidence in 10 Minutes a Day
    Jul 15 2025

    This week on the PerformHappy Podcast, I’m sharing the simplest way to build confidence, even if you feel like you don’t have a single extra minute.

    So many athletes and sport parents tell me the same thing: “I want to feel more confident, but I’m just too busy to add one more thing to my day.”

    Trust me, I get it. Between school, sports, work, and everything else, life is full. But what if I told you that just 10 minutes a day could actually rewire your brain for more confidence, happiness, and success?

    In this episode, I’m walking you through the exact mental routine I use every single day. It’s fast, backed by research, and it works, even for the busiest athletes and parents.

    Whether you're an athlete trying to rebuild trust in yourself after a setback, or a parent looking to support your child’s mental game without overwhelming them, this episode is for you.

    In this episode, Coach Rebecca talks about:

    • Three brain-based strategies that take just a few minutes a day
    • How small daily shifts in mindset lead to big confidence wins
    • What the research says about gratitude, mindfulness, and affirmations

    “Confidence isn’t something you’re born with, it’s like a muscle. You’ve got to do your daily reps.” – Coach Rebecca

    Learn exactly what to say and do to guide your athlete through a mental block with my new book "Parenting Through Mental Blocks" Order your copy today: https://a.co/d/g990Bur

    Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/complete_performance/

    Join my FaceBook page: https://www.facebook.com/completeperformancecoaching/

    Check out my website: https://completeperformancecoaching.com/

    Write to me! Email: rebecca@completeperformancecoaching.com

    Ready to help your athlete overcome fears and mental blocks while gaining unstoppable confidence? Discover the transformative power of PerformHappy now. If your athlete is struggling or feeling left behind, it's time for a change. Are you ready? For more info and to sign up: PerformHappy.com

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    13 mins
  • How to Talk to Your Athlete About Their Sport Without Adding Pressure or Stress
    Jul 8 2025

    This week on the PerformHappy Podcast, I’m talking directly to sport parents (but athletes, don’t tune out just yet!). I had two parents in our community share the same concern: “I don’t want to say the wrong thing.” They love their kids, they want to help, but they’re afraid they might accidentally be making things worse.

    So in this episode, I’m sharing what I’ve learned about how to actually support your athlete, without adding pressure, without creating shutdowns, and without walking on eggshells.

    This is something I dive deep into in my Peak Performance Parenting course, but today I’m giving you the Reader’s Digest version so you can start building trust, connection, and resilience with your athlete right away.

    Whether you're a parent wondering how to be encouraging without pushing too hard, or an athlete who just wants to feel understood, this conversation is for you.

    In this episode, Coach Rebecca talks about:

    • The different stages of change, and why “helpful” advice doesn’t always land
    • How to know when your athlete is ready to talk, and when it’s better to just listen
    • Why open-ended questions (not lectures!) are your best tool
    • How to become your athlete’s safe space, even when they’re struggling
    • Ways to build trust outside of sports conversations
    • Why empathy goes further than problem-solving
    “When in doubt, do less. Your job is food, hugs, rides, and tuition. That’s it. Let the rest be about connection, not correction.” – Coach Rebecca


    Learn exactly what to say and do to guide your athlete through a mental block with my new book "Parenting Through Mental Blocks" Order your copy today: https://a.co/d/g990Bur

    Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/complete_performance/

    Join my FaceBook page: https://www.facebook.com/completeperformancecoaching/

    Check out my website: https://completeperformancecoaching.com/

    Write to me! Email: rebecca@completeperformancecoaching.com

    Ready to help your athlete overcome fears and mental blocks while gaining unstoppable confidence? Discover the transformative power of PerformHappy now. If your athlete is struggling or feeling left behind, it's time for a change. Are you ready? For more info and to sign up: PerformHappy.com

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    15 mins
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