Emotional management is what separates good athletes from great ones. Golfer Justin Thomas recently used a homophobic slur when he missed a hole. Justin Thomas has a long way to go and he definitely isn’t…
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Visualisation for Improving Sports Performance
Visualization is the process of creating a mental image or intention of what you want to happen or feel in reality. It is in fact, used by athletes as a technique to ‘feel’ their best…
Why does Mindfulness work?
My journey in the field of psychology took a turn when I finally decided to try Vipassana- a Buddhist form of meditation. When my sister started persuading me to try out the 10 day…
The Mowgli Within- Survival, Destiny and Purpose of Life
During my Christmas movie binge, I watched Rudyard Kipling’s classic masterpiece ‘Mowgli- the legend of the jungle’. It reminded me of my childhood obsession with a boy who could speak to animals and survive in…
Powerful Post-mistake Routines
We have heard about many Pre-performance routines which are effective in building confidence, managing anxiety and inducing mental readiness among athletes. Some athletes have a specific set of actions for their pre-shot routine or pre-kick…
Emotional Independence in Young Athletes
Athletes are known for their emotional strength. Competing at a high level in any sport can be an emotional turmoil filled with highs and lows. Right from a young age, some athletes are battling their…
Emotional Independence in Sport
Athletes are known for their emotional strength. Competing at a high level in any sport can be an emotional turmoil filled with highs and lows. Right from a young age, some athletes are battling their…
The Judo Mind
Judo is a sport that requires both physical and psychological excellence. It is a martial art which needs fast reactions and cautious moves at the same time. The balance between the two aspects of the…