The article discusses the detrimental effects of authoritarian coaching practices in sports, where coaches use fear and intimidation to impose control. While these methods are often seen as effective for achieving short-term competitive success, they can leave athletes psychologically damaged and unable to form healthy relationships. Many express feelings of brokenness and struggle with trust, resulting in issues like burnout, anxiety, and trauma. The emphasis on winning at the expense of athlete well-being raises critical questions about the long-term impact of such coaching styles on individuals and the sports culture as a whole.
For recovering athletes, authoritarian coaching creates a pervasive sense of brokenness, hindering their ability to build trust and functional relationships.
The belief that fear-based coaching leads to success disregards the psychological damage and trauma inflicted on athletes.
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