1. Missed Ground Ball
- Original Thought: "I can't believe I missed that. I'm terrible at fielding."
- Reframed Thought: "That was just one play. I’ve fielded so many grounders before, and I’ll get the next one. This is a chance to improve my focus."
2. Striking Out
- Original Thought: "I’m a bad hitter. I always strike out when it matters."
- Reframed Thought: "Striking out happens to the best players. I’ll learn from this at-bat, adjust, and come back stronger in my next opportunity."
3. Making a Throwing Error
- Original Thought: "My throw was so off. I let my team down."
- Reframed Thought: "That throw didn’t go as planned, but I know what I need to fix. I can still help my team with solid plays moving forward."
4. Feeling Nervous Before a Big Game
- Original Thought: "I’m so nervous, I don’t know if I can handle this pressure."
- Reframed Thought: "Feeling nervous means I care and I’m excited. I’ve prepared for this, and I know I have the skills to perform well."
5. Watching a Teammate Get More Attention
- Original Thought: "Everyone praises her, and I’m not as good. I’ll never stand out."
- Reframed Thought: "She’s worked hard, and so have I. I’m improving in my own way, and my time to shine will come if I keep giving my best."
6. Struggling with a New Skill
- Original Thought: "I’ll never get this right. I’m just not good enough."
- Reframed Thought: "It’s normal to struggle with new things. Each time I practice, I’m getting closer to mastering this. Progress takes time, and I’m on my way."
7. Losing a Close Game
- Original Thought: "We lost because I didn’t play well. I failed the team."