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Mental Training for Athletes: Insights and Strategies
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Mental Resilience in Football: How Pro Players Bounce Back from Mistakes
A soccer player sits on the field, reflecting during sunset after a challenging match. Players make mistakes in football. Mental resilience decides if they fall apart or bounce back from errors on the pitch. Research shows 99% of players face some psychological disruption during their careers. This makes knowing how to recover from mistakes crucial to lasting success. Mistakes can shake a player's confidence and mindset. Players with ADHD and Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria f

Dr Paul McCarthy
Nov 27, 20258 min read
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The Hidden Truth About Shame in Sports: A Mental Coach's Guide
A young basketball player sits in a locker room, visibly distressed after a tough game, reflecting on the challenges faced on the court. Shame in sports  hits close to home for almost 50% of athletes. The numbers paint a stark picture - more than 30% say they've lost their love for the game because of it. My experience as a mental performance coach has shown me how this crushing emotion can break even the most gifted athletes. Guilt and shame hit differently. Guilt zeros in o

Dr Paul McCarthy
Oct 15, 20258 min read
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The Hidden Truth About Guilt in Sports: What Every Athlete Should Know
A young basketball player sits in a locker room, head in hands, reflecting on a challenging game. Guilt in sports  runs deeper in...

Dr Paul McCarthy
Oct 3, 202511 min read
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The Hidden Impact of Soccer Rivalry Jealousy: A Player's Guide to Mental Strength
A young soccer player skillfully maneuvers the ball during practice as teammates watch, basking in the warm glow of the setting sun on...

Dr Paul McCarthy
Sep 15, 202518 min read
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The Shame Cycle in Sports: What Every Athlete Needs to Know
A young athlete sits alone in a locker room, deep in thought, perhaps reflecting on a challenging practice or game. The subdued lighting...

Dr Paul McCarthy
Sep 15, 202511 min read
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How Psychological Defense Mechanisms Influence Sports Performance
In the competitive world of sports, mental strength is just as vital as physical ability. Athletes experience intense pressure from...

Dr Paul McCarthy
Jul 7, 20253 min read
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How Arrogance and Pretentiousness Shape Athlete Performance Through Projecting Shame
In the world of sports, an athlete's mental state can be just as vital as their physical strength. Competition is often a melting pot of...

Dr Paul McCarthy
Jul 7, 20254 min read
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