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“You guys do awesome work, from all us struggling warriors, thank you so much for helping and giving us a way to understand better how to tackle problems from inside .”

“Wonderful team – lovely people. Thanks so very much for all the A moments and for the bad days too, when I thought I will not make it ! You transformed my experience of recovery after my injury, and I’ve grown so much in the past 2 months ”. Irina Anghel

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Mental Training…

Simple Breathing Exercises for Anxiety and Stress Reduction

22 Jan 202022 Jan 2020

Breathing exercises are an effective, quick, and easy solution for stress and anxiety relief. Proper breathing techniques work on anxiety on a physiological level by automatically slowing your heart rate. The…

Academic Research…

Which Archetype Are You?

21 Jan 202021 Jan 2020

Ever notice how any successful story throughout history tends to have a similar cast of characters? If you haven’t bothered counting, I’ll let you know that most characters will fall…

Academic Research…

What Are Your Dreams?

Research has steadily proved that positive thinking results in positive outcomes. And, nothing feels more fulfilling than achieving a life-long dream of becoming whatever athlete you desire. “A person with…

Academic Research…

How Can Exercise Protect Your Brain From Depression?

20 Jan 202020 Jan 2020

A September 2014 study from Sweden found that physical activity might help shield your brain from stress-induced depression. The researchers found that exercise triggers a chain reaction that…

Enhances & Restore Performance…

Can Rituals Increase Our Performance?

19 Jan 202019 Jan 2020

When a huge success of a sport team occur, people seek to unearth secrets of their success. With a championship on the line, reporters often ask, How do you prepare…

Mental Training…

Why Forgiveness is So Important?

18 Jan 202018 Jan 2020

Never does the human soul appear so strong and noble as when it forgoes revenge and dares to forgive an injury. — E.H. Chapin Why should anyone forgive? There…

Counseling Athletes…

Are You Perseverant ?

17 Jan 202017 Jan 2020

In the world where many expect instant results, and quick financial success, they forget - 95% of success comes from pure perseverance, tenacity and the courage to pursue the dreams…

Counseling Athletes…

Talent Isn’t Enough. This is Why Some Athlete’s are actually the Best!

17 Jan 202017 Jan 2020

I’ve talked with a lot of people, and what I found out was a surprise. I’ve asked non athletic people is they think that “ Is talent enough in sport,…

Enhances & Restore Performance…

The Concept of Wellbeing in Relation to Health and Quality of Life

16 Jan 202016 Jan 2020

In recent years, there is an increasing interest on the qualitative aspects of health. Thus, the role of somatic and physiological integrity of an…

Career Personality & Aptitude Test

⏱ 40 MINUTES Tired of running the rat race in a job you don't enjoy? Wondering which career is best matched to you? Try a Career Personality & Aptitude Test.…

Academic Research…

6 Tips to Improve Your Focus at Work and Get Everything Done Faster

15 Jan 202015 Jan 2020

We’ve all been there: trying to work but failing badly because we keep getting distracted. It happens to the best of us, but losing focus at work can be a…

Academic Research…

What is CBT and how does it work?

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a form of talking therapy which can be used to treat people with a wide range of mental health problems. CBT is based on the idea that…

Academic Research…

Do Women Desire Men Who Compete in Aggressive Sports ?

14 Jan 202014 Jan 2020

Some people think that alluring men compete in soccer, football, rugby, etc. and not badminton. What’s is your opinion on the subject? For this reason the topic has been investigated extensively…

Enhances & Restore Performance…

Competitive Stress

14 Jan 202014 Jan 2020

The indisputable essence of sport is competition. The whole social and pedagogical activity in the service of sport has as a major objective the moment of "confirmation of efficiency" in…

Counseling Athletes…

Human Psychology Invented Sport

13 Jan 202013 Jan 2020

The impact of psychology in the world of sports has grown. Many professional sportsmen and sportswomen are now happy, publicly to acknowledge the positive influence of a psychologically minded coach,…

Academic Research…

Creatine: Not Just for Muscle

13 Jan 202013 Jan 2020

If you’re involved in sports that require speed, power, and strength, then you’ve likely come across creatine before. The supplement gained prominence in the early 1990s as a method…

Enhances & Restore Performance…

How Can I Overcome Anxiety?

13 Jan 202013 Jan 2020

Anxiety is a complex system of cognitive, affective, physiological, and behavioral responses, that is activated when anticipated events or circumstances are considered particularly aversive because they are perceived as unpredictable,…

Counseling Athletes…

The Most Important Key Questions & The Answers on Mental Preparation

12 Jan 202012 Jan 2020

What unique challenges present the athlete of endurance or multi-sport events? In the case of single endurance events, such as marathoning, the unique challenge is keep the mind strong and…

Academic Research…

Anxiety Test

12 Jan 202017 Jan 2020

🧭 10 MINUTES Everybody worries or gets the odd case of butterflies in the stomach. But are you missing out on opportunities and happiness because of fears and worries? Is…

Academic Research…

Can Money Buy Happiness ?

11 Jan 202011 Jan 2020

Choosing between a new sweater and a pair of concert tickets? Buy the tickets, suggests a study on whether our spending habits are likely to make us happy. Philosophers since…

Compulsively Readable Books to Help you Fall in Love With Reading

10 Jan 202010 Jan 2020

Starting to read again can feel daunting if you haven’t read a book in a while. It’s hard to know what books are worth reading, how to find the time,…

Enhances & Restore Performance…

How Can I Hack My Body Clock To Stay Fit ?

9 Jan 202018 Jan 2020

Consistency is key in keeping a healthy sleep schedule. There's a best time for you to eat, exercise, and more. Wait to work out. Regardless of your inner clock,…

Performance Education…

Blood Pressure Test

9 Jan 20209 Jan 2020

⏱ 5 MINUTES Known as the "silent killer", high blood pressure has become a serious epidemic. Take this test to find whether you are at risk. Read each question carefully…

Counseling Athletes…

Sport psychology is Still a Second-Class Citizen in the Sports World.

9 Jan 20209 Jan 2020

Whenever I speak to athletes and coaches, I ask them how important the mind is to sport success. With few exceptions, the response is that the mind is as or…

6 Ways to Stay in Shape Even if You Sit at a Desk All Day

8 Jan 20208 Jan 2020

Do you want to lose weight, but your 9-to-5 job is coming in your way ? Well, weight loss can really be a tough task for all those who are chained to…

Academic Research…

Gene Tests for Toddlers? Would You Test Your Kid For Sports Genes?

8 Jan 20208 Jan 2020

Picture the visit to the doctor's office: As a small child in soccer uniform climbs onto the examining table, her mother asks for help interpreting the report that says her…

Counseling Athletes…

The Blueprint of a Champion

7 Jan 20207 Jan 2020

There are many studies and researchers that investigates how and when a performance surface, but is not only related to the anatomical factor, it is the core beliefs of the…

5 Easy Steps to Develop a Success Mindset

7 Jan 20207 Jan 2020

Success is an individual thing. Each person has their own definition of what it means to be successful. However, while the end point varies, most people want to have…

Enhances & Restore Performance…

The Story of a Traveler

6 Jan 20206 Jan 2020

For today, I thought to share with you a story. A traveler was walking a dusty road. He was loaded with all kinds of burdens. A heavy bag filled with sand was…

Mental Training…

16 Things People Don’t Realize You’re Doing Because You’re Emotionally ‘Numb’

6 Jan 20206 Jan 2020

What is “emotional numbness”? Mighty contributor Elizabeth Duff shared how she defines it in her piece, “When Depression Makes Me Numb, Not Sad” She’s not the only one who has felt…

Enhances & Restore Performance…

Methods to Change Your Mood Right Now!

5 Jan 20206 Jan 2020

Change, as you know, can take time. It takes practice to un-learn things, to relearn things, to work at finding the path and staying on it until the changes come.…

Counseling Athletes…

HELP! My Therapist is Just a Human Being!!!

5 Jan 20206 Jan 2020

HELP! I Just Discovered My Therapist is Just a Human Being!!! Should a Therapist be an Authority Figure or A Human Being? As a therapist I sometimes encounter patients who…

Counseling Athletes…

What Grit is and Why it Matters ?

3 Jan 20206 Jan 2020

Since the release of Grit: The Power and Passion of Perseverance, many people have been reflecting a lot on the research, the book, and the impact on society of a mindset like :…

Academic Research…

What To Do When Therapy Does Not Work?

3 Jan 20208 Jan 2020

I have been approached by many people, saying that therapy is not working for them and they don’t know what else to do. They have also tried combining therapy…

Counseling Athletes…

25 Tips From 2019 That Will Make You A Better Coach

2 Jan 20203 Jan 2020

Below are 25 of the best tips, tricks, thoughts, and ideas that appeared in articles posted on the Coaching Young Athletes blog during 2019. 1. Design Drills That Thrill Too…

Counseling Athletes…

Perfectionism Test

⏱ 20 MINUTES Are you obsessed with perfection? Do you constantly let yourself down, no matter how well you do? Do you expect too much from those around you? Even…

Enhances & Restore Performance…

Here Is How You Can Drop Weight Fast!

1 Jan 20201 Jan 2020

When you’re working toward a weight-loss goal, stepping on the scale and discovering you’re a few pounds lighter can motivate you to keep focusing on healthy habits. However, fluctuations on…

Counseling Athletes…

How Sports Massage Can Help Reduce Pain, Recover from Injuries and Improve Performance

Sports massage is a popular treatment option among athletes because it provides a way to stay injury-free as well as complete activity at optimal performance. The term sports massage…

Academic Research…

Why a Positive Organization Environment is Important for Business ?

29 Dec 201929 Dec 2019

There are many organizations and small businesses out there that recognize the value of multiple bottom lines beyond simply profit. Building an inspiring work culture and investing in the health…

Academic Research…

Health Hysteria

29 Dec 201929 Dec 2019

Words by Sarah Petty Art by Chloe Papas Expertise from Marina Payne It seems as though there’s a new way to achieve optimal health every day. It’s hard to keep…

Academic Research…

Helping a Fellow Colleague

28 Dec 201928 Dec 2019

I’ve been saying in my last post, success relies on the value you create for yourself and for others. No successful person has had success on their own. You enhance your value by…

Counseling Athletes…

The Easy Way To Achieve Success

27 Dec 201927 Dec 2019

This past days I’ve thought a lot about success, and how to actually achieve it, and I’ve come up with several ideas to fallow up on your personal journey…

Academic Research…

Depression Test

⏱ 20 MINUTES At times everybody gets down in the dumps, but if life is consistently getting you down and your lows are making it hard to function, you may…

Sports & Performance Psychology

The Best Way To Cope With Depression

26 Dec 201926 Dec 2019

If you ever have had those days when you felt worthless, worthless like you don’t matter and it would be better if you didn’t even exist at all, you might…

Enhances & Restore Performance…

How to survive Christmas with a Mental Illness

25 Dec 201925 Dec 2019

So tomorrow is Christmas day. If you’re anything like me you’re feeling a bit of excitement, a bit of dread and very overwhelmed. The amount of emotional energy alone that…

Academic Research…

How Happy are You?

More then often we are so consumed with our daily lives that we forget to take a look at the larger picture of who we are and what we need…

Academic Research…

Men Have Image Problems Too

Of anyone who should seem to be unsatisfied with their body, elite athletes would seem to be last on the list. But many, both men and women, seem unhappy with…

Academic Research…

The Role of Sleep Medicine And How Quality of Sleep is More Important Than The Quantity of Hours You Slept Last Night.

16 Dec 201915 Jan 2020

Sleep is truly the other half of our waking lives, as well as an essential half of modern psychiatry. During sleep, our brains recharge the neurotransmitters that are so important…

Academic Research…

Relationship Health Test (For Couples Without Kids)

13 Dec 201913 Jan 2020

30 MINUTES This relationship health test is designed to evaluate various aspects of interaction in a couple. Unlike other relationship/love tests, the one you are…

Counseling Athletes…

Athlete’s Ups and Downs and How to Turn a Loss in A Win

21 Nov 201919 Jan 2020

After European Championship of Brazilian Jiujitsu, I talked with some athletes about the ups and downs experienced after losing a contest, and how to get back on track with…

Traits of Innovative Leaders

21 Jan 202022 Jan 2020

Entrepreneurs aren’t like most people. They have a way of looking at things that enable them to come up with new and innovative products, services, or concepts. Yet, there are…

Sports & Performance Psychology

Mental Health Professionals — Be Inspired..!!

This article can help you if you need help, but you’re not sure about the type of mental health professional to see. If you want more information about what different…

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