Send us Fan MailI’m excited to welcome Danielle Wallace to the podcast today!Danielle Wallace is a former competitive volleyball player, corporate professional, and business owner. She knows firsthand the pressure of performing at a high level, whether on the court, in the boardroom, or running your own business. As a therapist, she helps athletes, entrepreneurs, and their families build mental and emotional resilience to thrive under pressure (and beyond). Danielle understands firsthand what it feels like to perform, push, and carry expectations, both from within and from the outside.In today’s conversation, we talk about youth sports and how parents can navigate that, but honestly, it’s sooo much more than that. The pressure, identity, perfectionism, and ways our kids begin to tie their worth to performance can show up in any area of life! These patterns don’t just start on the field. They start in families, nervous systems, and the subtle ways we respond to our kids’ emotions, struggles, and mistakes.At the heart of this conversation is a simple but powerful reminder: our kids don’t need us to perfect the experience - they need us to be a safe place within it. Whether your child plays sports or not, this episode is really about raising humans in a high-pressure world, and helping them build resilience, emotional safety, and a sense of self that isn’t dependent on performance!Episode Recap:Why performance pressure doesn’t start on the fieldWhy many parents feel stuck between supporting their child & unintentionally adding pressureWhy kids may tie their identity to performanceHow social pressure is often stronger than parent pressure for youth athletesHow well-intentioned phrases from parents can increase pressure in kidsThe importance of connection after gamesHow kids and parents often protect each other emotionally + what this can lead toHow burnout can typically show up in kidsWhy resilience is built by allowing kids to feel disappointment & work through it**Disclaimer: The content shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only, and is not a substitute for therapy or mental health care. If you’re struggling or need support, please reach out to a licensed mental health professional in your area, because you don’t have to go through it alone.Links/Resources:Mental Toughness for Young Athletes Good Inside by Dr. Becky KennedyFollow Danielle on Instagram @coretherapyksCheck out Danielle’s websiteFollow on Instagram @tztherapyCheck out my website