Focus: Builds the mental framework for sustained effort, autonomy, and resilience.

Self-Determination Theory

Purpose: Develops intrinsic motivation, autonomy, and competence.

Resilience Theory

Purpose: Focuses on bouncing back from setbacks, particularly injury or failure.

Self-Efficacy Theory

Purpose: Builds belief in one’s ability to succeed in specific tasks.

Focus: Optimizes emotional regulation and cognitive processing under pressure.

Yerkes-Dodson Law

Purpose: Teaches regulation of emotional and physical arousal to maintain peak performance.

Cognitive Load Theory

Purpose: Optimizes cognitive resources for effective learning and execution.

Mental Toughness Theory

Purpose: Enhances resilience, focus, and composure in high-pressure environments.

Focus: Develops high-level decision-making, adaptability, and fluid performance.

Action Control Theory

Purpose: Bridges intention and sustained action, supporting goal-directed behavior over time.

Social Cognitive Theory

Purpose: Focuses on how behavior is influenced by observation, modeling, and social interaction.

Dual-Process Theory

Purpose: Balances intuitive and analytical thinking for effective decision-making.