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Chapter 8 Building Your Teamwork Skills Do you ever feel like your team could be working a little bit better together?
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If so, you're not alone.
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A lot of teams struggle to communicate and collaborate effectively.
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This can lead to frustration and conflict.
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Fortunately, there is a way to build teamwork skills that is both mindful and effective.
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Through sports, being a team player starts with you.
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Being a team player is all about working together to achieve a common goal.
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It's not about putting your own needs ahead of the teams or trying to be the star of the show.
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In fact, doing so can actually be detrimental to the team's success.
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Teamwork is about supporting your teammates and working together to get the job done.
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When everyone is working together and is on the same page, that's when teams are at their best.
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So next time you're feeling tempted to put your own needs ahead of the teams, remember being a team player means putting the team first.
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Being a team player has its benefits.
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When you work together with a group toward a common goal, you can get more done than working alone.
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You can communicate better and learn how to work better as a team.
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These skills are essential in many workplaces and can give you an advantage in your career.
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Being a team player can also help you stay fit and healthy.
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Research has shown that people who exercise with a partner or a group are more likely to stick with their workout routine than those who go at it alone.
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In order to be a successful team player, there are a few things you need to do.
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First, it's important that you be supportive of your teammates.
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This means encouraging them and helping them out when they need it.
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Second, communication is key.
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You need to make sure that you are clear about what you need and what you expect from your teammates.
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Lastly, you need to work together to achieve the team's goals.
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Remember, it's not about you, it's about the team.
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When I was playing in the NHL, I had a teammate who went above and beyond to help me out.
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He faked an injury when we were playing for the Buffalo Sabres.
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I needed to play 70 games for a bonus and a one-way contract.
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He and seven other players went to management the morning of the game to reassure me that I would be in the lineup.
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It worked out as Mark and the other players went to bat for me.
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Despite the help from my teammates, it looked like I would not get my 70th game of the season.
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That's when Mark Napier and Larry Playfair, two of the best men I have ever met, stepped in.
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Mark Napier was in the last year of his 17-year contract.
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He was a player who had been on two Stanley Cup winning teams and an amazing player and an amazing man.
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Larry Playfair stood up to the general manager and said he would not play and that I should be put in his place.
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Unfortunately, Larry was a defenseman and I was a forward, so his plan needed a bit of help for Mark Napier.
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During warm-ups before the last game of the season, Mark Napier nodded at me and then winked.
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He then grabbed his leg, shouting about pain.
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Yes, he faked an injury with one clear intention.
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I was there, warming up, and I played Mark's position.
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With him out, I would have to go into the game.
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Mark Napier is known for his offensive talents on the ice.
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However, he was also one of the best teammates anyone could ask for.
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He supported the other players, was a great leader, and gave me the best gift any player can give another.
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Napier faked an injury to help ensure I got a one-way contract and bonus.
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I'm not saying you need to put it all on the line like Napier did for me, but showing respect, compassion, and support for every one of your teammates is incredibly important.
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There isn't really a team at all without those vital elements.
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Think about the way you treat and interact with your teammates.
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What areas do you need to work on?
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Take a moment now.
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Is there anyone you need to treat with more respect, more compassion, and more support?
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What acceptable steps will you take to improve your effectiveness as a teammate?
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Communication is critical.
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In order to be a successful team player, communication is key.
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You need to be clear about what you need and what you expect from your teammates.
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This includes making sure everybody is on the same page and knows what the goal is.
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If everyone isn't working towards the same objective, it will be difficult to achieve anything.
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Good communication also means being able to listen to others and understand their perspective.
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It's important to be able to see where they're coming from so you can find common ground.
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Lastly, don't forget to stay positive and encourage your teammates.
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A little motivation can go a long way in helping everyone give their best effort.
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Communication is also important for problem solving.
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If there's any issues or conflicts, it's important to be able to talk through them and come up with a solution that everyone can agree upon.
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This can be difficult, but it's important to remember that you're all working towards the same goal.
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It's also important to be respectful of everyone's opinions and ideas.
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Just because you don't agree with someone doesn't mean that their idea is bad.
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Take a moment to answer this question.
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How can I improve my communication with my team?
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What are some things I can do to encourage and motivate my teammates?
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What is one thing I can do to be more respectful of others' opinions and ideas?
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Since mindfulness is the practice of being present and aware, it can help you to be more aware of your thoughts, feelings, and actions.
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This can lend to better communication and collaboration with others.
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It can lead to better performance in sports as well.
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Why is having a healthy mindset important for teams?
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A healthy mindset is essential for success in any endeavor.
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When you have a healthy mindset, you're more likely to see positives in the situation.
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This can help you be more resilient when things don't go as planned.
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It can also help you to be more supportive of your teammates.
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A healthy mindset is also essential for maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
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When you have a healthy mindset, you're more likely to make healthy choices.
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You're also more likely to stick to your goals.
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A healthy mindset is the foundation for a healthy life.
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A healthy mindset is also essential for any athletic team.
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Though you start with a positive attitude and a belief in yourself, the attitude needs to extend toward your teammates as well.
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It includes setting goals together and working hard to achieve them.
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It also involves staying focused and disciplined even when things are tough.
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And it requires a willingness to learn from mistakes and keep moving forward.
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A team with a healthy mindset is one that is mentally tough and prepared to face whatever challenges come its way.
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Such a team is poised for success both on and off the playing field.
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Being a good teammate means more than just showing up to games.
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It means being there for your teammates day in and day out.
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It means working hard and practice even when you're not feeling your best.
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It means being a supportive friend both on and off the field.
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Good teammates are the glue that holds a team together.
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They're the ones who lift their teammates up when they're down, who push them to be their best.
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If you want to be a good teammate, start by showing up and giving it your all in practice.
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The rest will follow.
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In 2010, a four-man bobsled team from the U.S.
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was trying to do something that hadn't been achieved in 62 years, win Olympic gold.
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Steve Melser led his team through insurmountable odds and a difficult track to win gold.
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Quote, we train countless hours to perform at the highest level in the world for five seconds at a time, Melzer said.
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If all four of us aren't in the same mindset to ensure that time spent is as close to perfect as we can be, then it's all for naught.
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Coming together in intense moments to perform as a team is the essence of Olympic bobsled.
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End quote.
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Rad Villis 2020.
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Healthy mindset skills for teams.
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Here are some mindful teamwork skills for athletes.
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Be present.
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Pay attention to what is happening in the here and now.
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This includes your own thoughts and feelings as well as thoughts and feelings of others.
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Be aware of your body.
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Notice how your body feels when you are playing.
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This can help you be more aware of your own physical state and the physical state of others.
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Be aware of your breath.
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Taking deep breaths can help you to relax and focus.
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This can also help you to be more aware of your own emotions and the emotions of others.
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Be kind.
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Treat yourself and others with kindness and respect.
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This includes speaking kindly, listening mindfully, and being considerate of others' needs.
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Visualize.
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Use your imagination to visualize yourself and others succeeding.
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This can help you to focus and stay positive.
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Set an intention.
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Before you start practicing or playing, take a moment to set an intention.
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This can help you to focus on what is important to you and your team.
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Take a moment now to answer this question.
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What are some other mindful teamwork skills that your team practices?
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What are some healthy mindset skills that your team needs?
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Mindfulness has been used successfully in sports in a variety of ways.
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Some teams use mindfulness to help them stay focused and disciplined.
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Others use it to build a rapport and trust among teammates.
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And still, others use it to deal with stress and adversity.
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How can you incorporate a healthy mindset with your team?
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Talk to your coach about incorporating some of these mindful teammate skills into your practice.
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Do some research on mindfulness and sports teams.
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There are many books and articles that you can read to learn more about how to use mindfulness with your team.
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The most important thing is to get started and see how mindfulness can help your team.
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There is no one right way to use mindfulness, so experiment and find what works best for you and your teammates.
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Chapter 8 Building Your Teamwork Skills Do you ever feel like your team could be working a little bit better together?
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If so, you're not alone.
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A lot of teams struggle to communicate and collaborate effectively.
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This can lead to frustration and conflict.
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Fortunately, there is a way to build teamwork skills that is both mindful and effective.
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Through sports, being a team player starts with you.
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Being a team player is all about working together to achieve a common goal.
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It's not about putting your own needs ahead of the teams or trying to be the star of the show.
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In fact, doing so can actually be detrimental to the team's success.
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Teamwork is about supporting your teammates and working together to get the job done.
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When everyone is working together and is on the same page, that's when teams are at their best.
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So next time you're feeling tempted to put your own needs ahead of the teams, remember being a team player means putting the team first.
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Being a team player has its benefits.
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When you work together with a group toward a common goal, you can get more done than working alone.
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You can communicate better and learn how to work better as a team.
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These skills are essential in many workplaces and can give you an advantage in your career.
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Being a team player can also help you stay fit and healthy.
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Research has shown that people who exercise with a partner or a group are more likely to stick with their workout routine than those who go at it alone.
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In order to be a successful team player, there are a few things you need to do.
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First, it's important that you be supportive of your teammates.
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This means encouraging them and helping them out when they need it.
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Second, communication is key.
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You need to make sure that you are clear about what you need and what you expect from your teammates.
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Lastly, you need to work together to achieve the team's goals.
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Remember, it's not about you, it's about the team.
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When I was playing in the NHL, I had a teammate who went above and beyond to help me out.
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He faked an injury when we were playing for the Buffalo Sabres.
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I needed to play 70 games for a bonus and a one-way contract.
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He and seven other players went to management the morning of the game to reassure me that I would be in the lineup.
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It worked out as Mark and the other players went to bat for me.
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Despite the help from my teammates, it looked like I would not get my 70th game of the season.
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That's when Mark Napier and Larry Playfair, two of the best men I have ever met, stepped in.
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Mark Napier was in the last year of his 17-year contract.
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He was a player who had been on two Stanley Cup winning teams and an amazing player and an amazing man.
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Larry Playfair stood up to the general manager and said he would not play and that I should be put in his place.
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Unfortunately, Larry was a defenseman and I was a forward, so his plan needed a bit of help for Mark Napier.
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During warm-ups before the last game of the season, Mark Napier nodded at me and then winked.
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He then grabbed his leg, shouting about pain.
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Yes, he faked an injury with one clear intention.
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I was there, warming up, and I played Mark's position.
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With him out, I would have to go into the game.
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Mark Napier is known for his offensive talents on the ice.
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However, he was also one of the best teammates anyone could ask for.
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He supported the other players, was a great leader, and gave me the best gift any player can give another.
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Napier faked an injury to help ensure I got a one-way contract and bonus.
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I'm not saying you need to put it all on the line like Napier did for me, but showing respect, compassion, and support for every one of your teammates is incredibly important.
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There isn't really a team at all without those vital elements.
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Think about the way you treat and interact with your teammates.
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What areas do you need to work on?
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Take a moment now.
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Is there anyone you need to treat with more respect, more compassion, and more support?
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What acceptable steps will you take to improve your effectiveness as a teammate?
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Communication is critical.
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In order to be a successful team player, communication is key.
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You need to be clear about what you need and what you expect from your teammates.
00:04:36.720 --> 00:04:41.360
This includes making sure everybody is on the same page and knows what the goal is.
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If everyone isn't working towards the same objective, it will be difficult to achieve anything.
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Good communication also means being able to listen to others and understand their perspective.
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It's important to be able to see where they're coming from so you can find common ground.
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Lastly, don't forget to stay positive and encourage your teammates.
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A little motivation can go a long way in helping everyone give their best effort.
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Communication is also important for problem solving.
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If there's any issues or conflicts, it's important to be able to talk through them and come up with a solution that everyone can agree upon.
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This can be difficult, but it's important to remember that you're all working towards the same goal.
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It's also important to be respectful of everyone's opinions and ideas.
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Just because you don't agree with someone doesn't mean that their idea is bad.
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Take a moment to answer this question.
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How can I improve my communication with my team?
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What are some things I can do to encourage and motivate my teammates?
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What is one thing I can do to be more respectful of others' opinions and ideas?
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Since mindfulness is the practice of being present and aware, it can help you to be more aware of your thoughts, feelings, and actions.
00:06:11.439 --> 00:06:15.199
This can lend to better communication and collaboration with others.
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It can lead to better performance in sports as well.
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Why is having a healthy mindset important for teams?
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A healthy mindset is essential for success in any endeavor.
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When you have a healthy mindset, you're more likely to see positives in the situation.
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This can help you be more resilient when things don't go as planned.
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It can also help you to be more supportive of your teammates.
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A healthy mindset is also essential for maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
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When you have a healthy mindset, you're more likely to make healthy choices.
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You're also more likely to stick to your goals.
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A healthy mindset is the foundation for a healthy life.
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A healthy mindset is also essential for any athletic team.
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Though you start with a positive attitude and a belief in yourself, the attitude needs to extend toward your teammates as well.
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It includes setting goals together and working hard to achieve them.
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It also involves staying focused and disciplined even when things are tough.
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And it requires a willingness to learn from mistakes and keep moving forward.
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A team with a healthy mindset is one that is mentally tough and prepared to face whatever challenges come its way.
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Such a team is poised for success both on and off the playing field.
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Being a good teammate means more than just showing up to games.
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It means being there for your teammates day in and day out.
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It means working hard and practice even when you're not feeling your best.
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It means being a supportive friend both on and off the field.
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Good teammates are the glue that holds a team together.
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They're the ones who lift their teammates up when they're down, who push them to be their best.
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If you want to be a good teammate, start by showing up and giving it your all in practice.
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The rest will follow.
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In 2010, a four-man bobsled team from the U.S.
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was trying to do something that hadn't been achieved in 62 years, win Olympic gold.
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Steve Melser led his team through insurmountable odds and a difficult track to win gold.
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Quote, we train countless hours to perform at the highest level in the world for five seconds at a time, Melzer said.
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If all four of us aren't in the same mindset to ensure that time spent is as close to perfect as we can be, then it's all for naught.
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Coming together in intense moments to perform as a team is the essence of Olympic bobsled.
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End quote.
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Rad Villis 2020.
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Healthy mindset skills for teams.
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Here are some mindful teamwork skills for athletes.
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Be present.
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Pay attention to what is happening in the here and now.
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This includes your own thoughts and feelings as well as thoughts and feelings of others.
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Be aware of your body.
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Notice how your body feels when you are playing.
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This can help you be more aware of your own physical state and the physical state of others.
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Be aware of your breath.
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Taking deep breaths can help you to relax and focus.
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This can also help you to be more aware of your own emotions and the emotions of others.
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Be kind.
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Treat yourself and others with kindness and respect.
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This includes speaking kindly, listening mindfully, and being considerate of others' needs.
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Visualize.
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Use your imagination to visualize yourself and others succeeding.
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This can help you to focus and stay positive.
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Set an intention.
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Before you start practicing or playing, take a moment to set an intention.
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This can help you to focus on what is important to you and your team.
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Take a moment now to answer this question.
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What are some other mindful teamwork skills that your team practices?
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What are some healthy mindset skills that your team needs?
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Mindfulness has been used successfully in sports in a variety of ways.
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Some teams use mindfulness to help them stay focused and disciplined.
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Others use it to build a rapport and trust among teammates.
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And still, others use it to deal with stress and adversity.
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How can you incorporate a healthy mindset with your team?
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Talk to your coach about incorporating some of these mindful teammate skills into your practice.
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Do some research on mindfulness and sports teams.
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There are many books and articles that you can read to learn more about how to use mindfulness with your team.
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The most important thing is to get started and see how mindfulness can help your team.
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There is no one right way to use mindfulness, so experiment and find what works best for you and your teammates.
