“Being afraid on the court means you’re not confident of your skills.” Michael Jordan Confidence is a skill rather than a personality trait. This skill can be mastered when you take active steps to control your mind. Nobody is born confident. Some athletes may be more confident than others because they have gotten praise and […]

“When you’re a professional athlete, you’re put on a pedestal, like you have some superpower … so there’s just no time to focus on your mental health.” Larry Sanders. According to research, five to ten percent of athletes experience stress. In many cases, sports help manage stress. Sports (and exercise) cause the body to release […]

“I’ve never been afraid of big moments. I get butterflies… I get nervous and anxious, but I think those are all good signs that I’m ready for the moment.” Stephen Curry Despite some of the advantages that top basketball players enjoy, the frequency of mental health concerns in elite sports is comparable to the general […]