Performhappy With Rebecca Smith

In this week’s PerformHappy Podcast, I’m joined by sport parent and PerformHappy alum, Susan Bardack, for a real, honest conversation about the rollercoaster of raising an athlete.Susan shares her daughter Ashland’s journey from gymnastics to D1 college diving, including how they navigated tough mental blocks and the moment everything shifted—when Susan stopped pushing and started trusting.We talk about the lessons parents often learn the hard way, the impact of pressure (even when it's well-meaning), and how letting go actually helped Ashland find her confidence, joy, and success in sport.If you're a parent trying to support your athlete without adding stress, this episode is for you.In this episode, Coach Rebecca and Susan Bardack talk about:Transition from Gymnastics to Diving.Navigating Mental Blocks in Sports.Finding the Right Coaching Fit.Embracing Patience in Sports.Choosing the Right College Program.The Balance of Support and Independence with an Athlete. Listening to Fears: Acknowledging Em