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July 30, 2025 6 mins


Welcome back to the Mental Weight Room with Coach Antoinette Datoc, where we focus on building mental strength. In this episode, we explore the critical role of criticism in an athlete's journey. Learn to differentiate between constructive and destructive feedback, build emotional resilience,convert criticism into actionable steps, and create a personal feedback loop for continuous improvement. Get inspired by the stories of athletes like Michael Phelps and Simone Biles, who turned harsh criticism into their greateststrengths.

00:00 Introduction to Mental Strength

00:34 Understanding Criticism

01:08 Types of Feedback

02:08 Handling Constructive Feedback

02:43 Turning Feedback into Action

03:30 Creating a Personal Feedback Loop

04:11 Athletes Who Thrived on Criticism

05:12 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

 

 

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