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Youth sports can shape our kids in powerful ways on and off the field. In this episode of Raising Us, Elise Hu sits down with Managing Director of Olympics and Action Sports at Octagon Peter Carlisle to explore how early experiences in sports can build confidence, character, and lifelong resilience. Peter unpacks the hidden pressures young athletes face today, practical ways parents can nurture a positive sports environment, and how to keep the joy in the game—whether your child dreams of the pros or simply wants to play with friends. 

Key Takeaways:

Encourage a child serious about a sport by allowing them be serious about that sport. 

Model how you handle pressure, disappointment, or excitement around sports for your kids.

Remind your child that the journey to becoming better is more important than the result.

Participate in sports with your kids to help foster a love for the game together.

Mental toughness is picking yourself up, again and again.

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