You are analyzing the movie, THE BLIND SIDE:

1. Explain the use of the mental skills in the movie.

2. Provide an overview of the theoretical development of the mental skill (e.g., from lecture, class notes, book, other research articles).

3. Present a critique, based on the theoretical development, of how the movie portrayed both appropriate and inappropriate strategies in developing mental skills.

4. Identify what you would do differently in working with the team, athlete, or individual portrayed in the movie.

5. Address implications for your own field. For example, how would you apply what you have learned from the movie and through theory to develop this same mental skill (e.g., goal setting) as a fitness leader?