Compete with the Heart of a Warrior with Dr. Jerry Lynch.
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As the Athletic Director and head coach of the Varsity Soccer team at Ryerson University, Dr. Joseph is often asked what skills he is searching for as a recruiter: Is it speed? Strength? Agility? In Dr.
Travelling overseas is all about excitement and adventure, right? For the most part, yes. But there will be highs and lows, all part of having a one-of-a-kind overseas experience.
It only takes one or two bad habits to make you less effective and to rob you of mental strength. Rather than adding more good habits to your life, focus on giving up the unhealthy thoughts, behaviors, and emotions that keep you stuck.
Everyone has the ability to build mental strength, but most people don't know how. We spend a lot of time talking about physical strength and physical health, but much less time on mental strength and mental health.
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Athletes represent the peak of human potential, but they are still people. Mental illness affects 35% of elite athletes, manifesting as stress, eating disorders, burnout, or depression and anxiety.
Celebrate small victories. Your thoughts are a choice. Move towards fear. Lean into your negative experiences. No matter what the question is, action is the answer. Meditate. Breathe deeply.
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What is positive self-talk? Our internal dialogues, or “self-talk,” can shape our beliefs and influence our emotions and behavior, and provides assurance and motivation. Positive self-talk is a healthy way to cope with anxiety.
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