End time Quote by Vijay Shankar
“If I spend time visualising smashing someone, it's good to a certain extent. But when I overdid it, it put me under pressure.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Mental Strategies for Athletes, 2019
Visualizing aggression can motivate, but excessive focus creates pressure and stress
In simple terms: Aggressive visualization helps motivation but can cause stress
Use visualization wisely, monitor mental load
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- training sessions
- competition preparation
- stress management
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What limits should you set on aggressive mental rehearsal?
- How do you gauge when it becomes harmful?
Over‑visualization may lead to anxiety and burnout