Tag: athlete mental health
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Positive, Not Pollyanna: Why Grounded Optimism Supports People Under Pressure
What’s the difference between being positive and being “Pollyanna”? This reflection explores grounded optimism, psychological flexibility, and why honest positivity helps athletes and high performers sustain resilience under pressure.
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Small but Mighty: A 2025 Reflection for The Athlete Psychotherapist
A 2025 reflection on athlete mental health, community building, and sustainable, trauma-informed care from The Athlete Psychotherapist.
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5 Things We Can Learn from “The Turnaround” — On Support, Belief & Collective Healing
What Trea Turner and Phillies fan Jon McCann showed in The Turnaround goes far beyond baseball. This reflection explores how compassion, collective care, and belonging can transform athletes, communities, and anyone navigating struggle.
The Athlete Psychotherapist 