From the Mind of Kip Rodgers, LPC-S
To reach the next level at anything, we must evaluate ourselves. Please do not be afraid of engaging in this process. Evaluation is not to criticize and berate self, but to objectively examine skills and abilities. Whether in sport, job, hobby, or even your friendships and love life, looking at ‘performance’ is a first step…
Read MoreI am sick and tired of hearing from Big Pharma about the latest miracle pill to help you. Now, we even have a drug to help your depression pill work better. Shouldn’t that have been a clue? Your depression pill is NOT WORKING!! Rarely do I turn on the tv since all I see are…
Read MoreOne of the most common culprits to anxiety in sports (well nearly anything) is overthinking. It kills action. Ever stayed up late until the wee hours of the night replaying your mistake over and over? This obsessive thinking locks on to the blunder by ‘what if’ing‘ what you could have done different. Negative feelings of…
Read MoreThe self-esteem movement aimed to protect a child’s esteem and build their belief in self, but this crusade did more damage to kids than it helped. This drive to improve self-esteem largely dominated American households and schools during the 1970’s and 1980’s following the first book of a series on the topic, ‘The Psychology of…
Read MoreParticipation in organized sports can lead to brain damage. Participation also provides incredible physical benefits and the development of mental toughness and life skills. But, is possible brain damage worth the risk? Despite the benefits, some sports represents a threat to the brain and the mental health of our children. According to the Amen Clinics,…
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