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hlthe2b

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4. She has made such a example for sports psychology. Her relaxation stemmed from her

Reply to mysteryowl (Original post)

Fri Feb 20, 2026, 09:55 AM

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NOT putting the pressure on herself to win--only to enjoy her time on the ice. It damned well worked (as, of course, did her time away from the sport).

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