Recently, I was coaching an athlete professional who felt scattered and wanted to carve out personal time to clear her mind. Once we determined a way to fit a personal…
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How to Handle the Fear of Change
The words “change” and “fear” go hand-in-hand. Fearing change is as normal as it gets, which is sort of ironic because when we’re scared of change, we often try to…
Athlete Mental Health During the Holidays
The holidays can be a time of joy, exuberance, indulgence, and hope, but also a time of exhaustion, sadness, longing, and reflection. In my own life, there have been holiday…
Athlete Anxiety and the Need to Control Outcomes
All athletes have one common goal: to win. However, sometimes that competitive spirit is more than just a mindset. The need to control outcomes and every detail could be a…
What to Do When You Feel Like You’re All Over the Place
Athletes lead a hectic lifestyle. Stress, anxiety, non-stop schedules; sometimes you’re left feeling like you’re spinning with no sense of direction, going through the motions, and just all over the…
Why This NFL Team’s Hiring of an In-House Therapist is Setting the New Standard in Athlete Mental Health
Earlier this month, the Carolina Panthers announced that they hired an in-house therapist, Tish Guerin. This is a major step forward for the landscape of athlete mental health. I’ve long…
Mental Health Affirmations for Athletes
The topic of mental health includes both mental illness and mental wellness. As obvious as this may seem, your mental health has a lot to do with your thoughts. Sometimes…
6 Habits to Help Athletes Improve Mental Health
Maintaining mental health is as much of a habit as any other wellness routine like brushing your teeth. For athletes, where pressure is a constant presence, it’s incredibly important to…
Finding Your Life Purpose After Sports and at Other Crossroads
Have you ever thought about what your purpose is in life? That lingering question can have a major impact on your daily mental health, especially if you feel stuck or…
Emotions and Athlete Mental Health
When it comes to athlete mental health and wellness perhaps Drake said it best, “I feel good, sometimes I don’t.” Was he referring to mental health? I honestly don’t know…