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Coaching, Motivation, and Cultural Norms: Rethinking the Power of Words

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 Kia Ora koutou, This is Hiro. Today’s topic is “Coaching, Motivation, and Cultural Norms: Rethinking the Power of Words.” I’d like to talk about the power of a coach’s words and how these words can affect their athletes.   Contents -           Motivation -           Understanding the Coach and Understanding the Athlete -           Positive (Gain) vs. Negative (Loss) Framing of Motivation -           In Actual Coaching Practice -           Understanding the Athlete’s Cultural Background -           Norms and Motivation in Running Culture -           New Norms and Stress -           Practical Takeaways for Coaches -    ...