Focus/Commitment Scale

FOCUS RATING SCALE
1) I get so absorbed in my performances (or experiences) that everything else disappears--8
2) I can direct or redirect my focus so that it does me the greatest good, even if I become nervous or uptight in performance--8
3) I maintain or quickly regain a high-quality focus in practice or preparation sessions.--4
4) I maintain or quickly regain a high-quality focus in performance or competitions.--9
5) I have a strong inner confidence, a feeling that I can do anything I set my mind to.--3
6) I learn from criticism and take it as an opportunity to improve.--8
7) I handle bad calls or situations that go against me by getting right back on a positive path.--9
8) I stay motivated and focused even when behind or down in points.--10
9) I maintain my performance focus totally in the present, in the here and now (for example, one shot, one step, one moment at a time.--8
10) I quickly regain my best-performance focus even after an error or setback.--9

COMMITMENT RATING SCALE
1) I am willing to put aside other things to excel in my sport or chosen performance domain.--6
2) I really want to become an excellent performer in my sport or performance domain (or other chosen endeavor)--7
3) I prepare myself mentally for each practice and each performance so I can continue to get the best out of myself.--4
4) I am determined to never let up or give up (for example, I remain committed to achieve my goals, make the move, or complete the mission), even in the face of obstacles.--2
5) I take personal responsibility for mistakes and work hard to correct them.--9
6) I give 100 percent focus and effort in practices or preparation sessions, whether it’s going well or not--6
7) I give 100 percent focus and effort in performances or competitions, whether it’s going well or not--10
8) I give everything I can, even when the challenge seems insurmountable or beyond reach--9
9) I feel more committed to improvement in my performance domain (or other chosen endeavor) than to anything else--4
10) I find great joy and personal fulfillment in my performance domain (or other chosen endeavor)--7