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  Educate: Power point or Whiteboard Meditation, or awareness, is about being yourself and knowing something about what that is, that you are on a path whether you like it or not, namely the path of your life In Recovery, we refer to this as the most important decision you will make in your life is the next one, for it determines the pathway. It's no different for our tennis journey. You are either heading toward growth and development or away from it. Meditation or awareness shows us that our pathway has a direction, that it is unfolding moment to moment, and MOST IMPORTANTLY what happens now influences what happens next. So if what happens now influences what happens next, doesn't it make sense to observe ourselves from time to time, keeping current with our present state. By taking inventory of our inner and outer bearings, we can perceive with clarity the directions we are heading.   So observe yourself. Be a light unto yourself. Nobody can do this work for...

  Executive Summary: The First Ball To Last Tennis Mental Health and Wellness Program is a pioneering initiative aimed at fostering holistic development among young tennis players. Recognizing the vital role mental well-being plays in athletic performance and overall personal growth, our program integrates emotional intelligence education, emotional support, and tennis training to empower young athletes to thrive both on and off the court. Business Description: My name is Barry Buss, I am the creator and sole owner of First Ball To Last, a subscription model program to be purchased through a downloadable APP via smartphone. The Problem in need of solving: I direct you to my PowerPoint presentation for far greater detail. We are in the midst of a National Teen Mental Health Crisis. Being a teenager is stressful, playing competitive tennis is additionally stressful. Combining the two, the junior tennis life is extra-challenging, with high rates of burn out and drop out permeatin...

MORNING ROUTINES   MEDITATION: STRONG DEFINITION:  Webster’s dictionary defines the term ‘to meditate’ as ‘to engage in contemplation or reflection.’ Meditation is prolonged concentration while engaging in mental activity either focusing on specific thoughts or focusing on nothing at all. USE MEDITATION IN A TENNIS SENTENCE :  To enhance his mental toughness and overall performance, our player incorporated daily meditation into his training regimen, helping him stay focused and calm during high-pressure matches." How about another: "Incorporating mindfulness meditation into tennis training can improve players' mental clarity and decision-making on the court." One last one: "Practicing meditation regularly can enhance a tennis player's ability to stay present and perform at their peak during intense matches." MEME :     FIRST BALL TO LAST 10 Question Test on Meditation SCALE:  1) Never..2) Rarely  3) Sometimes  4) Often 5) Always. There are no ...

Introduce topic: The Daily Check-In Solid definition: A daily check-in is a simple yet effective way to track progress towards long-term goals, stay accountable, and make adjustments as needed.   Daily check-ins can take many forms, from journaling to reviewing progress on a project, and can be applied to both personal and professional goals. They provide an opportunity to reflect on what's working, what's not, and what needs to be done to keep moving forward. By taking a step back and regularly assessing progress, individuals can stay motivated and focused on their goals, and make any necessary adjustments to stay on track. Use term in a tennis sentence: We check in with our coach's regularly to assess our progress and address any concerns Meme Cartoon:                                      ...

Introduce topic: Building the Ideal Player/Becoming a Role Model Merch Idea: We'll want to design "Role Model In Training" t-shirts:  Meme Cartoon:                                                     Educate: Power point or Whiteboard Personalize: Nice thing about role models is there are no rules. no life time contracts.. you can love em and leave em  you can give em time-outs.. there's an unwritten pact... you have my undying support up until. I will pull from my Johnny Mac and your Inner Competitor piece   Cancel Culture, I was once a huge Djokovic fan. Until all the match shenanigans. I don't want to be associated with someone who conducts themselves that way.. the gamesmanship.. Tennis has a losing code.. I admire the most not in how they play but in how they lose.. For there's nothing harder in sport than losing with grac...

MINDFULNESS STRONG DEFINITION : Mindfulness is awareness of one's internal states and surroundings, our thoughts emotions and experiences without judging or reacting to them. Mindfulness is about focusing one's undivided attention on the present moment.  Famous Mindfulness author and practitioner Jon Kabat-Zinn defined Mindfulness as “paying attention in a particular way:
 on purpose, in the present moment, and nonjudgmentally.” Mindfulness is about shifting out of autopilot and awakening to the here and now.  Sounds like something every competitive tennis player could use. OTHER TERMS DESCRIBING MINDFULNESS : “Being present” “Awareness” “Awakening” “Concentration plus attention” “Seeing  clearly” “Compassionate awareness” “Openheartedness” “Loving presence.” USE MINDFULNESS IN A TENNIS SENTENCE : Strong concentration when playing tennis is a form of mindfulness. Successful players are able to focus on the matter at hand, blocking out all outside interference yet not...

MANTRAS AND AFFIRMATIONS Strong definition :  A Mantra is a word, phrase, sound, or series of words that is repeated to aid concentration in activities. Originating from ancient Indian spiritual practices, mantras are used in various religious, spiritual, and meditative traditions worldwide.  What is it? An Affirmation is a positive statement or phrase that is repeated daily to encourage a positive mindset, build self-confidence, and foster a sense of well-being. The practice of using daily affirmations involves consciously focusing on these statements to influence thoughts, emotions, and behaviors positively. Other terms for mantras and affirmations: Motivational Phrases Empowering Words Encouragement Inspirational Quotes Mindful Repetitions Self-affirming Declarations Uplifting Expressions Confidence Boosters Use the term in a tennis sentence:  As the tennis player faced a challenging moment, she repeated her mantra "stay focused, stay calm" to maintain her composure ...

1) Introduce Topic 2) Define Topic  3) Use Topic In A Tennis Sentence 4) Add A Topic-Themed Meme Or Cartoon 5) Test: Ten Questions Why Topic Is important   6) Educate: PowerPoint Presentation Or Whiteboard Explainer 7 Personalize: Share My Own Experience With Topic Via Video 9) Inspire: Share Inspiring Story From Noted Industry-Type On Topic 10) Action Steps:  How To Apply Topic To Their Tennis/Life  11) What the Journals say (Expert analysis)  11) Mail Bag: We Answer Any Questions About Topic Via Video 12) Look Who Else Finds The Topic Important: 13) Famous Quotes About Topic 14) Additional Resources On Topic 15) Retest: Compare Retest Scores With Original Score. Assess Measurable Progress In Understanding And Application Of Topic 16) Topic Icon Rewarded