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When
Thinking is Good in Baseball
We've all been told
not to think when we are competing in a game.
I disagree.
Thinking is a good
thing, as long as it doesn't freeze us.
Let me explain.
We all come to a
situation where we need to solve a problem. If we
rely on the coach to get us though the situation, it
won't happen. That's why advocate letting the
pitchers learn how to call their own pitches, or at
least have input. They are the ones throwing the
pitches. The pitcher should take responsibility.
High performing
baseball players assess the situation, ask
themselves what desired result they want, and figure
out how to get it done.
It can be short-term
thinking, or long-term thinking.
Short term might be
this at bat. Long term can be this particular game
or this season.
If we anticipate
upcoming problems and challenges, the solutions will
come to us easier.
Make it a priority
for yourself to start practicing your thinking and
problem solving skills. The next time you're in a
tough situation, you'll have the confidence and
patience to break through that wall!
Keep working hard!
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