We know the likelihood is that athletes are focused on mind over matter - or mental toughness. We get it - that’s the training of being an athlete. And, it keep us from tuning in to what we need as athletes to increase our performance. Join us for this conversation and think about how you can turn toward Self to ensure you are taking care of your whole being. (Your performance will thank you!)
All we want is for every coach and athlete, near and far, to know that mental health needs are not a weakness. Tune in to this video to hear us talk more about why this message is so important.
A closer look at how injury impacts athletes (high rates of depression!) and how coaching staffs can work to include athletes in new ways as they work through injury and rehab.
Another in house discussion. A closer look at the starting point for coaches when determining roles.
Boundaries with athletes.
“Name it to tame it” creating space for the athletes to share their feelings.
Trusting athletes to know what they need.
The power of repair.
From a cozy cabin in the woods, Dr. Tiffany talks with Nate about the role of anxiety in competition, especially performance anxiety, and how it can be shifted when we make space for mistakes. Nate shares his experience as both a coach and a licensed therapist. Thanks to Nate for helping us learn:
How confusing it can be to effectively support our anxiety. He offers a few small tricks that make a huge difference.
How honoring our mistakes as part of sport can ease the pressure that is experienced in competition.
How yelling and screaming is not going to help reduce anxiety (here’s looking at you, coaches!).
Kai is recently medically retired from sports and is full steam ahead with her mental health advocacy in sports. And, Katie and Tiffany are her biggest fans!
Breaks down how getting help is not a sign of weakness and the importance of listening to your individual needs.
The changes needed within the system to support athlete mental health. What systems of accountability and training can look like in athletic systems.
Kai’s creation of the Hidden Opponents Ad campaign “Win at All Costs.”
How Kai navigated injury in sport and the complicated relationship she had with running.
What Kai views as a healthy team dynamic and the tangible changes that can be added: roster management, communication, coaches roles and bandwidth, and transparency.
Ben is a powerhouse advocate for keeping sports fun, while developing young athletes to the best of their potential.
Protecting the fun!
Help each youth athlete and parent see the specific strengths of each kid.
The importance of fun and inclusivity in youth sports. There has a be motivation and value on the experience, not just the outcome from the decision makers.
The power of choice and maneuverability for kids in sport. Kids should be able to decide what they want to do.
Coaches and parents - initiate regular check ins with athletes.
We stay in house for this conversation. Dr. Tiffany is an expert in substance use. She shares the variations of use and the importance of having systems in place to support athlete’s well being.
The imperativeness of evaluating your own stigma and biases around substance use. One must know the expectations they hold for themselves and what does that mean they expect of others.
Tiffany shares the indicators to look for when working with athletes and the high level brain science of substance use disorder.
How to become a person that is safe and trustworthy for athletes to talk about their relationship with substances.
In a dream world, what Tiffany would like to see shift within athletic systems to support athletes as they learn about their specific needs with substances.
How it is not rocket science to treat people with compassion and care and how that will enhance athletes performance and outcome.
Maggie is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in supporting those navigating disordered eating and eating disorders. She is a wealth of knowledge with tangible tools and insights to share!
Identify the early indicators of eating disorders
Empowering coaches and parents for how to respond
Treating eating disorders like a physical injury. Maintaining a place of belonging, while tending to the medical need.
Levels of care, intervention, and treatment