In this powerful and emotional episode, Dr. John Oda reveals the hidden cost of performance pressure in youth sports.
You’ll hear the story of Marcus — a gifted 15-year-old basketball player — and his father, David, whose love for winning nearly cost them their bond. Through this heartfelt case study, Dr. Oda unpacks the psychology behind pressure, how it rewires a child’s nervous system, and how parents can transform “performance parenting” into “presence parenting.”
Using insights from The ODA Inner Command Method for Families, Dr. Oda shows how to replace fear with faith, critique with connection, and pressure with presence.
Because when a child feels unconditionally loved — they perform from peace, not for approval.
This episode is a must-listen for any parent, coach, or mentor who wants to raise confident, emotionally intelligent young athletes who play with passion, joy, and purpose — on and off the court.
🎧 “You don’t raise champions by pushing harder. You raise them by loving deeper.” – Dr. John Oda
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