# Ep. 57 Mastering Tough Conversations: How to Talk to Your Coach with Confidence

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Podcast: [The Mental Weight Room - A Podcast for Athletes, Parents of Athletes and Coaches](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-mental-weight-room-a-podcast-for-athletes-parents-of-athletes-and-coaches-7121819)
Published: 2026-02-04T05:00:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 396

## Resource

Welcome to the Mental Weight Room. This week's mental workout is a powerful communication strategy aimed at having confident and respectful conversations with your coach. Using the adapted Miller Framework, athletes learn to set clear, solution-focused goals, identify honest obstacles, and propose actionable plans. Tune in for practical tips and a full script example designed to transform frustration into ownership and maturity. Visit https://antoinettedatoc.com to book a free session and dive deeper into developing your mental toughness.

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