A sportswriter was interviewing a football player about an upcoming game and listening to a by-the-numbers stream of war, soldier and battlefield metaphors. [...] the player said, "You don't understand what it's like to be in a war," and at that, the reporter bristled.
As an athlete we try to find ways to focus in on big moments and key plays. But with that comes a lot of pressure. I found an article that talks about positive self talk which allows athletes to really focus in and be confident in their current situation.