There’s a paradox with self-improvement and it is this: the ultimate goal of all self-improvement is to reach the point where you no longer feel the need to improve yourself….
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Self-love is the basis for self-improvement
There’s a quandary I hear people talk about a lot in the self-improvement world which goes something like this: “Should I keep trying to change, or should I just learn…
How to Supercharge Your Learning and Self-Improvement
One of my favorite pieces of ancient wisdom comes from the Stoic philosopher Epictetus: We have two ears and one mouth so that we can listen twice as much as…
I Help Athletes With Mental Health
Before I get into how I help athletes with mental health issues, I want to elaborate a little on why I decided to serve in this capacity and what led…
How an Athlete Can Deal With Anticipatory Anxiety
Athletes can experience anxiety disorders in a multitude of ways. One of those ways is known as, “anticipatory anxiety,” which is just like it sounds. It’s an overwhelming fear or…
How Having Trust Issues Can Affect Your Performance as an Athlete
There’s no doubt that at one point or another either you or someone you know has said, “I have trust issues.” As an athlete, “trust,” is essential. You have to…
What The NBPA Can Do Next to Support Its First Ever Director of Mental Health and Wellness
“If a player is executing outstanding and upwards of Hall of Fame ability, carrying around two or three pieces of baggage, luggage, based on their past, just imagine what they…
How to get your head back in the game when you’re losing
Athlete mental health is about day-to-day wellness in all areas of life, but it’s also about the ability to gain control of your mindset during game time. For example, when…
How to Spot and Support Someone with Depression
This is a conversation that needs to happen. This isn’t about preaching about depression and mental health; it’s because I lived it. When news hits that a celebrity has died…
Suppressing Your Problems Off the Court Only Causes More Problems
Athletes, whether at the professional or student level, are under tremendous pressure to perform exceedingly well in all areas of their life. When you become an athlete, your social status…