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The PERMA Model: Your Science-Backed Guide to Mastering Golf's Mental Game
A well-prepared golfer's essentials are neatly arranged on a wooden bench, featuring a notebook with detailed score tracking, a smartphone displaying data, a pair of golf gloves, and a thermos, all set against the backdrop of a sunlit golf course. Golf is a game of margins. A fraction of a degree in clubface angle, a moment of self-doubt before a putt, a lingering frustration from three holes ago – each of these matters. Technically skilled players lose rounds not because the

Dr Paul McCarthy
4 days ago15 min read
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Relational Depth in Applied Sport Psychology: What Current Research Reveals
A couple shares a moment of connection and encouragement during their workout session, with sunlight streaming into the cozy gym space. Elite athletes competing at World and Olympic Championships often speak about their coaches as central figures in their sporting journey; however, perhaps the nature of these working relationships deserves greater attention than we have given them [6]. The connections between coaches and athletes, what some call relational coaching, represent

Dr Paul McCarthy
May 206 min read
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Good Enough Supervision in Sport Psychology: Why Perfect Isn't the Goal
A professional meeting takes place in a warmly lit office as two colleagues engage in a lively conversation, surrounded by books and greenery, with sunlight streaming through the window. Supervision in sport and exercise psychology stands at a curious juncture. We understand that supervision enhances professional functioning and ensures quality services while protecting clients from harm [2] [2], yet the pursuit of flawless supervisory practice can create anxiety, stifle auth

Dr Paul McCarthy
May 2014 min read
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The PERMA Model: Your Science-Backed Path to Thriving in 2026
A group of friends enjoys a peaceful afternoon session of meditation and mindfulness games, bathed in warm sunlight from large windows, surrounded by lush indoor plants. The PERMA model provides a detailed framework for understanding what makes life fulfilling. Research has shown positive associations between its core components and job satisfaction, life satisfaction, physical health, and vitality. Positive psychology research developed this approach that goes beyond tempor

Dr Paul McCarthy
Apr 47 min read
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Essential Coaching Tips for Building a Positive Competitive Environment
A soccer coach encourages his team during a practice session at sunset, fostering a positive and enthusiastic atmosphere on the field. Athletes comment time and again on the effect their coaches have had on them, which is why I've compiled these coaching tips to help you create a transformative environment. Coaching is more than just showing up and running drills for an hour. Yes, successful coaching blends physical training with mental resilience and emotional intelligence .

Dr Paul McCarthy
Apr 17 min read
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What is Personal Development?
A professional woman in a stylish office setting is focused on her laptop, surrounded by documents and a cup of coffee, with natural light streaming through the window. Personal development helps you assess your skills, qualities, values and track your progress while building capabilities to reach your full potential [1] . It has activities that boost your capabilities, improve quality of life, and aid in achieving your dreams and aspirations [2] . This process makes you thin

Dr Paul McCarthy
Jan 86 min read
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