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Ever beat yourself up in the wake of an athletic disappointment? Ever thought, “I’m not good enough?” It’s normal; you’re human! But that doesn’t mean it’s not a potential confidence killer.

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Mental-game master Tim Dixon’s second installment of a five-part series teaches how to avoid easy traps and embrace who you really are out there!