“Those who are certain of the outcome can afford to wait, and wait without anxiety.”— Gabrielle Bernstein When my (step) daughter was in fifth grade, her teacher called her dad one…
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50 Elite Athlete Affirmations
As an elite athlete, you know the importance of a positive mindset. Mental toughness and mental wellness are an integral part of any athlete’s game. It’s important to have a…
5 Winning Strategies for Managing Emotions in Sports
Sports are emotional. There’s no way around that. Managing emotions in sports is a key to the success of both teams and individuals from players to coaches. Your emotions can…
Choosing the Right Life Coach for Teens, The Ultimate Checklist
As a parent or guardian, you want your teen to succeed in life. But adolescence can be challenging, and sometimes you might feel like you’re not equipped to help them…
50 Positive Self Talk Affirmations for Athletes
As an athlete, your mindset can be the difference in not only performing at your best but also feeling your best. Positive self-talk and affirmations can be powerful tools to…
4 Tips for Supporting Mental Health in Youth Sports
As a parent, teacher, coach, or mentor, you know that youth sports can provide a tremendous opportunity for student athletes to develop life skills and build a sense of belonging….
NFL Season Reminds Us That Athlete Mental Health Sacrifices Are Unique and Often Misunderstood
Trigger Warning (TW): This article contains content about suicide and self-harm. Please engage in self-care as you read this article. Athletes face specific mental health challenges that no one else…
UCLA’s Transformative Coaching and Leadership degree program using Athlete Mental Health Book
The Transformative Coaching and Leadership degree program at UCLA is using the Athlete Mental Health Playbook in the mental health course, which is taught by the phenomenal Dr. Julia Pelikhova….
How to Get in the Right Mindset Before a Game: 5 Tips for Peak Performance
Peak performance is not a skill you can only occasionally access. It is a mindset that you need to have before, during, and after every game you play. How you…
How to Help Your Perfectionist Student Athlete Cope with Pressure
Perfectionism is a complex personality trait that for some starts as early as childhood. It involves the desire to do things well, but also an intense fear of failure or…