# The Mental Game of Academy Success- The Comparison Trap

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Podcast: [The Side by Side ATC Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-side-by-side-atc-podcast-7035694)
Published: 2026-03-30T11:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode, I talk about one of the quickest ways to lose confidence while you are in training: It's Comparison. Comparison makes you feel behind, even when you are improving. You're often comparing your worst moments to someone else's best. Confidence comes from progress, not comparison. The only comparison that matters is : Your performance today versus yesterday. Thank you all for listening! Have a great week! FOR HELP: To set up a FREE call: sidebysideatc.com/scheduler/free-consult Pre-Academy If you are heading to the Academy in the next few months, I put together a structured 90-day preparation blueprint that walks you through exactly what to focus on each month before you go. It's designed to help reduce shock and build confidence before day one. You can download it at: sidebysideatc.com/page/blueprint . I also have a video where I explain the different things that are on the enroute Non-Radar Map. You can get that video at: sidebysideatc.com/page/map-video . Already at the Academy If you are already in the enroute radar portion of the Academy and feeling a little behind or lost, I have a 72-Hour Radar Recovery Plan that will help you get past those feelings and start building confidence. You can download that at : sidebysideatc.com/page/72-hourplan . If you are interested in my Coaching Programs , you can get information at : sidebysideatc.com/page/non-radar-lab-program sidebysideatc.com/page/radar-lab-program sidebysideatc.com/page/complete-lab-program or sidebysideatc.com/page/radar-recovery if you are needing help with the beginning of enroute radar. Questions You can email me questions, or comments, at: tomhanes@sidebysideatc.com .

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