Stress Isn’t Always the Enemy: Understanding the Difference Between Eustress and Distress

What if everything you’ve ever been taught about stress is wrong? What if the very thing you’re trying to avoid has the power to make you stronger? In this episode, Coach Antoinette explains why stress isn’t always the enemy and breaks down the difference between eustress, the kind of stress that can motivate and help you grow, and distress, the kind that overwhelms and holds you back. Learn how to tell them apart and how to use stress to build focus, confidence, and resilience, in competition and in life.

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I’m Antoinette Datoc

I coach athletes of all ages and skill levels on how to flex their mental muscles in ways to elevate performance, both on and off the field. I also work one-on-one and in group settings with parents of athletes, coaches, and teams on developing habits aimed at cultivating a positive mindset and mental strength.