WHY IMAGERY — Fun With Focus

WHY Imagery?

IMAGERY
The process of mentally rehearsing an activity or outcome using positive thoughts & expectations to bring about a desired goal or ambition. (also known as Visualization)

"Hmm... sounds a little like MAGIC. Does it really work?"

Thanks to 200+ studies conducted in the last 30 years exploring the effectiveness of Visualization & Creative Imagery...

We know that it does.

In fact, we've learned Imagery is one of the most effective ways we have to increase focus, confidence and self control, while helping to overcome our issues with anxiety, fear and self doubt.

We also know it can positively impact our concentration, creativity, attitude, performance and overall health.

ADD TO THIS the thousands of athletes, coaches and trainers - as well as CEO's and TOP performers from nearly every industry who refer to it as one of the most important factors of their success - and it seems almost irresponsible to ignore its potential value as a training tool.

But it's not just for the Pros. With a growing list of Universities, High Schools and even Elementary schools now implementing programs for their students - it's quickly becoming a 'must-include' practice for those of any age seeking to find an edge - or just a better, happier version of themselves.

BUT no... it's not MAGIC.

While the concept may be simple, that doesn't mean it's always easy.

In fact, ask your son to his room to practice some Imagery - and you may have better luck asking him to clean it.

Because like picking up that room, while it's not necessarily HARD... some help getting started and a little direction along the way can make ALL THE DIFFERENCE.

But finding this direction or help to get started can be frustrating. And is why one parent, coach and creative veteran felt their HAD to be a better way - even if he had to create it.

The result is the new VIZUPLAY Creative Guided Imagery Training Program. Simple, surprisingly effective & unlike anything currently available.

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BENEFITS of GUIDED IMAGERY

Overcome Fear, Anxiety & Self-Doubt
Strengthens Concentration & FOCUS
Trains Muscle Memory - Practice w/o "practicing"
Introduces practice of MEDITATION (& all its benefits)
Cultivates Positive Attitude, Perspective & Awareness
Builds Confidence & Self Esteem
Develops Discipline, Patience and Temper Control

Guided IMAGERY

A few reasons WHY it WORKS:

"PRACTICE"... w/o Practicing
This is a BIG one. Thanks again to science, we know our subconscious mind is unable to distinguish between reality and what we only imagine. In many ways, this is the basis of Imagery and why it can be so powerful. We aim to use this curious reality to a players utmost advantage.

As crazy as it sounds – rehearsing something in our mind – whether an activity we’ve done before or one we hope to do – if done consistently – allows the subconscious (or the ‘SubC’ -as we refer to it inside the club) to lock it in. So when the situation then comes up – it helps us to perform the task more precisely and with less effort. Pretty cool.

In fact, this is one of the biggest features of our Program – our sessions offer more detailed, creative and engaging Imagery (guidance) than is typically seen in such programs. Offering more detail early on -and progressively less as the player becomes more familiar and “in touch” with the process.

Narrows the Talent Gap
As players progress it becomes more about the mental game than the physical. There comes a point in which everyone can throw hard, run fast and jump high. The mental skills often become the difference in who plays, or sits.

Early on, not only is the talent gap wider, but so is the difference even a little bit of mental training can make. Even through high school, it’s not uncommon for a player to beat out a more talented teammate simply because they’ve developed a stronger mental game.

Positive Images Help Even the Score
Studies show more than half of the many thousands of thoughts that flash through the mind each day are negative. This can’t help but harmfully affect our physiology and psychology. Unfortunately, our brains are simply wired this way. Feeding the mind positive images helps us stay positive and keep a healthier perspective.

Our kids are more susceptible to this than anyone. One reason poor play breeds more of the same. Using positive affirmations – the Vizuplay program uses positive affirmations within the story/imagery – delivering it in a way that is not cheesy or forced. Also suggesting practical tools to help keep it positive in the heat of battle – to use when needed.

In my more than 25 years of work with Professional, Olympic, Collegiate, and Junior Athletes, MENTAL IMAGERY is the tool I emphasize the most with them – and the one that I’ve seen have the greatest impact on their performances.
Jim Taylor, PHD / Univ. of San Francisco, Consultant USA Olympic Team

100's of Studies. 1000's of Experts. Countless Athletes.
“There is no more powerful mental tool than IMAGERY & it can have a HUGE impact on your sports performance.”