Without a belief that the intended behavior is possible, the effect of imagery will be minimally effective.
Imagery is a process by which an individual's aims and beliefs can be realized.
It provides practice when overt practice might not be possible. It provides a practice platform for the cognitive aspects of any behavior. It is potentially good for athletes with regard to the modification of skill behaviors, functioning in situations with which they have little experience, and generating positive mind-sets towards certain events. Return to Table of Contents for this issue .