TED-Ed: How to stay calm under pressure - Noa Kageyama and Pen-Pen Chen

The video explores the phenomenon of choking under pressure, common in sports and other high-stakes situations. It discusses two main theories: distraction theories, which suggest performance suffers when the mind is preoccupied, and explicit monitoring theories, which argue that overanalyzing automatic skills can hinder performance. The video also identifies individuals more susceptible to choking and offers strategies to mitigate it, such as practicing under stress, using pre-performance routines, and maintaining an external focus on goals.

What strategies can individuals use to avoid choking when it matters most?

Discuss the findings of the study on expert dart players regarding practice under stress.