When Bad Memories Steal the Joy of Sport

Certain memories—bad race experiences, crashes, or results that don’t meet expectations—can linger, get “sticky,” and rob athletes of the enjoyment of sport. A novel treatment method could help us get over them and rekindle our joy.

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Athlete after a bad race dealing with the pain of crushed expectations.
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Certain memories—bad race experiences, crashes, or results that don’t meet expectations—can linger, get “sticky,” and rob athletes of the enjoyment of sport. A novel treatment method could help us get over them and rekindle our joy.

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