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Building confidence: Brick vs Building
Confidence stands as the foundation of success in sports. Athletes often struggle with confidence, likely focusing on successes in the...
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Feb 21, 20242 min read
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Sport Psychologist's Guide to Valentine's Day
On Valentine's Day, with love in the air, what better way to celebrate than by exploring the sweet spot where sports psychology meets...
mmyrvik
Feb 13, 20242 min read
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Lessons Learned from Freeze Tag
As a sport psychologist, I am always looking for inspiration for athletes. Recently, as my two boys enthusiastically burst through the...
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Feb 6, 20243 min read
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Social Media and Sports: Navigating Likes, Comments, Trolls, & Comparison!
In today's world, athletes cannot hide from the opponent of social media. As a sport psychologist, I understand the impact that this...
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Jan 30, 20242 min read
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Perfecting the "Team" Recipe
For me, this holiday season was about cooking amazing meals for friends and family. To produce such meals, though, takes a great deal of...
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Jan 23, 20243 min read
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React vs Respond: You make the call!
In the world of sports, where split-second decisions and high-stakes moments define success, the distinction between reacting and...
mmyrvik
Jan 9, 20242 min read
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The Parental "Teammate"
In the world of youth athletics, the impact of parental support cannot be overstated. I have witnessed the profound influence that a...
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Jan 9, 20242 min read
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IKEA=Goal Setting: I am as confused as you are!
Given the start of the new year, I wanted to discuss goal setting. However, I wanted to compare goal setting to assembling furniture...
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Jan 2, 20242 min read
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The Mistake About Mistakes
As a sport psychologist, I have had the privilege of working with athletes at all levels and numerous sports, witnessing both victories...
mmyrvik
Dec 26, 20232 min read
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The Dream Team Dynamics: Turtle, Lion, Chameleon, Fox, & Zebra
Team dynamics are fascinating, and much like the diverse animal kingdom, teammates often exhibit distinct behavioral patterns that...
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Dec 18, 20232 min read
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Which are you? The Bison or the Cow?
In the world of sports, athletes often find themselves facing storms of challenges, both on and off the field. As a sport psychologist, I...
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Dec 12, 20232 min read
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The Power of "Why!"
In the world of sports, the journey may be as important as the destination. Every athlete's path is shaped by their motivations, their...
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Dec 5, 20232 min read
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Learn to not drop the ball in the juggling act between sports and school.
Learn to balance school and sp
mmyrvik
Nov 29, 20232 min read
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Fueling the Fire: Strategies to Boost Motivation in Athletes
As a sport psychologist dedicated to enhancing performance and well-being in sports, I understand that maintaining motivation can be a...
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Nov 21, 20232 min read
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Strength in Numbers: How to Win as a Team!
In the fast-paced world of sports, success is not just determined by individual talent but often by the collective strength of a team. As...
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Nov 15, 20232 min read
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Recruitment Ready! Achieving the Goal at the End
The college recruitment process can be a thrilling yet nerve-wracking experience for student-athletes. It's a moment where your hard...
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Nov 8, 20232 min read
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Turning Setbacks into Victories: Proven Strategies for Overcoming Obstacles in Sports
It has been an incredible ride watching the Arizona Diamondbacks post-season run, but it was a tough ending. Not meeting your goal or...
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Nov 2, 20232 min read
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Mind Over Muscle: Using Meditation to Transform Athletes into Champions
In this blog post, I want to discuss meditation and how it can be used to boost your mental game. Meditation is not just for monks or...
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Oct 24, 20232 min read
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The Battle within the Recovery!
Sports injuries are a challenge for athletes, often affecting not only their physical well-being but their mental and emotional state as...
mmyrvik
Oct 13, 20232 min read
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Gaining an inSIGHT to sport: Visualization!
In the world of sports, the mind can be a crucial as physical ability. To help give athletes an edge, I want to talk about another...
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Oct 3, 20232 min read
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