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Living with Gratitude

By John Gassaway, PsyD | Dec 9, 2016

Living with gratitude Having gratitude and then living with gratitude can enrich your life in numerous ways. When we appreciate what we have or what we have experienced we are…

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Building Confidence

By John Gassaway, PsyD | Nov 20, 2016

Building confidence starts with understanding what confidence is.   Confidence is our beliefs in ourselves and in our ability to successfully perform in our sport through challenges, obstacles, growth, advancement…

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Focus

By John Gassaway, PsyD | Oct 5, 2016

  Focus is versatile and can be advantageous not only in all aspects of sports, but in almost all aspects of life as well. Focus enhances your ability to learn…

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Goal Setting for Athletes

By John Gassaway, PsyD | Sep 10, 2016

Goal setting is a process that helps you chose WHERE you want to go in life and HOW you are going to get there. By setting goals and measuring their achievement,…

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Veteran Olympian Advantage

By John Gassaway, PsyD | Aug 9, 2016

Why do Michael Phelps, Gabby Douglas, Aly Raisman, and other returning Olympians have an edge on competition? After you have experienced something for the first time – especially something unique,…

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Underdog Mentality

By John Gassaway, PsyD | Jul 4, 2016

Underdog Mentality The underdog mentality describes a David vs. Goliath situation in which a smaller, less experienced, ostensibly less talented, or any other “lesser” competitor takes on the bigger, more…

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The Importance of Sleep for Performance

By John Gassaway, PsyD | May 15, 2016

Sleep is an essential contributor to peak performance. A good night’s rest can help with focus, awareness, self-talk, imagery, motivation, confidence, goal-setting, relaxation, psyching up, team cohesion, and overall well-being.…

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Lessons Learned: Expectations

By John Gassaway, PsyD | Apr 20, 2016

A collegiate wrestler had been on a losing streak for several months with increased frustration and little idea of where to direct more of his efforts/energy. He explained that he…

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Motivation

By John Gassaway, PsyD | Mar 18, 2016

Playing sports and competing against others can be fun, exciting, and motivating in and of itself. When we participate in activities for sheer enjoyment, we don’ t need much convincing…

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