Stoicism offers simple, repeatable habits: clarify what’s controllable, choose intentional action, learn from outcomes, and reset quickly. These habits amplify the best parts of modern skill acquisition — problem solving, self-regulated practice, and resilience — while preserving the social support athletes need. Try one of these tools in your next session — and notice what changes.

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