The B.E.T. Model: How to Coach Gen Z & Help Them Overcome Anxiety | David Durand of Real Development

David Durand shares his journey to becoming a mental performance consultant and outlines practical strategies for coaching Gen Z athletes. David introduces a nervous system framework to help coaches understand dysregulation, manage athlete anxiety, and improve co-regulation. The discussion emphasizes how fostering connection, emotional regulation, and healthy boundaries with social media helps modern athletes thrive. — RYG x NIKE SPORTS CAMPS Become a Camp Director or Host a Camp! The Better Coaching Podcast is powered by RYG Athletics, a proud provider of NIKE Sports Camps. If you’re interested in becoming one of our NIKE Sports Camp directors, fill out the form below. Host/Director interest form:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FA... RYG Website:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rygathletics.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ — FREE PODCAST NOTES, NEWSLETTER, & COACHES COMMUNITY 📝 Free Podcast Notes:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://bettercoachinghub.com/subscri... 🤝 Better Coaching Community:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.skool.com/bettercoaching⁠⁠ 📧 Free Newsletter:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://bettercoachinghub.com/subscri... — Guest Info: David Durand Mental performance consultant trained in clinical and sport psychology who helps performers manage pressure. Works with youth to professional athletes to build confidence and manage stress. Author of B.E.T. On It: A Psychological Approach to Coaching Gen Z and Beyond and Better Than Before: A Psychological Guide for Injured Athletes Guest’s Website: ⁠https://realdevelopment.org/⁠ Guest's Substack: ⁠https://daviddurand.substack.com/⁠ — CONTACT US You can reach out directly to Luke via email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠luke@rygathletics.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ — Chapters 00:00 David Durand's Journey in Sports and Psychology 03:10 Understanding Mental Blocks in Athletes 05:50 The Impact of Social Dynamics on Performance 09:04 Exploring the Modes of Athlete Regulation 11:51 Coaching Strategies for Different Athlete States 28:20 Navigating Tunnel Vision in Athletes 32:31 Understanding Shutdown Mode in Athletes 41:21 The Impact of Social Media on Young Athletes 47:46 Reflections on Coaching and Athlete Development Takeaways Understanding mental blocks can help coaches support athletes better. Connection mode is crucial for optimal performance. Social pain can affect athletes just like physical pain.Shutdown mode is often misinterpreted as laziness. Coaches can use co-regulation to help athletes. Breath, eyes, and touch are effective tools for regulation. Social media can detract from athlete performance. Building relationships is key to successful coaching. Athletes should be encouraged to engage with their emotions.