Athletes are humans. Football players are humans. NFL players are humans. NFL broadcasters are humans. Humans have emotional & traumatic responses to witnessing traumatic events.
Prayers for Damar Hamlin.
May sports never be more important than an athlete…than a HUMAN’S life.
It’s not about stopping, getting rid of, & never having “bad” thoughts or feelings. It’s about realizing that we’re all humans first, & understanding that we can use certain tools to help us through whatever thoughts or feelings we have.
Let's stop romanticizing "overworking" & the idea that pushing through pain is "tough". Let's instead romanticize listening to our bodies, resting, seeking help when we need it, & pushing through "discomfort" rather than pain. Let’s celebrate taking care of ourselves.
I don’t see my job as helping performers never feel fearful or never feel nervous or never feel anxious…I see my job as teaching performers to notice their feelings & how to manage them so that they can perform their best.
Celebrate making it to Friday.
Celebrate taking a step towards your goal.
Celebrate doing that hard thing.
Celebrate giving your mind/body rest.
Celebrate how far you’ve come.
Celebrate your wins...no matter how big or small they are.
May this new week be what you need it to be.
May this new week remind you of your worth.
May this new week bring you growth + strength.
May this new week show you the love you deserve.
May this new week help you get closer to your goals.
May you thrive in this new week.
You can fail AND succeed.
You can rest AND succeed.
You can lose AND succeed.
You can struggle AND succeed.
You can be injured AND succeed.
You can lack confidence AND succeed.
It’s not one or the other. These things are not mutually exclusive. You can do both. Keep going.
Welcome to THRIVE! We are here to help you perform at your best through the use of mental skills training. Visit our website to learn more & to set up an appointment.
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