Believe in Yourself: The Foundation of Success

Recently, I was reading John Maxwell’s book, Success is a Choice, and Chapter 2—“Believe in Yourself”—hit home in a big way. It reminded me of why we do what we do through the Mental Edge Method and the importance of helping athletes, coaches, and parents strengthen not just their bodies, but their mindset.

Here are a few things that stood out and why they matter for anyone striving to grow—on and off the field.

1. Believe in Your Potential

John Maxwell quotes the great inventor Thomas Edison, who once said:

“If we did all the things we are capable of doing, we would literally astonish ourselves.”

That truth can’t be overstated. So many athletes and coaches limit themselves—not because of actual limitations, but because of mindset. At Mental Edge Method, we believe that unlocking potential begins with believing it’s there in the first place.

2. Mental Strength Is Everything

Maxwell makes a key observation in this chapter:

“We often put too much emphasis on mere physical challenges and obstacles and give too little credence to psychological and emotional ones.”

This is exactly why we focus on mental training. The physical side of sports is only half the equation. True growth happens when you master your thoughts, control your emotions, and stay mentally resilient through adversity.

Sharon Wood, the first North American woman to summit Mount Everest, said:

“I discovered it wasn’t a matter of physical strength, but a matter of psychological strength.”

That kind of strength doesn’t come from lifting weights. It comes from building belief.

3. Believe in Your Mission – Belief in Action

Believing in yourself is one thing. Acting on that belief is where transformation begins. Whether you're chasing a scholarship, leading a team, or raising a young athlete—your mission matters. And when you believe in it fully, your actions will start aligning with that purpose.

Let’s Build the Edge That Lasts

At 44 Sports Connect LLC, we want to help you gain that edge—with Mental Edge Method Coaching and Maxwell Leadership Method Coaching. Our mission is to support athletes, coaches, and parents in developing the mental, emotional, and leadership skills to thrive both on and off the field.

Success is a choice—and belief is where it begins. Let’s build yours.

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