Unleashing Athletic Excellence: The Mastery of the Agile Mind
In the age of Instagram reels and viral self-help snippets, the pursuit of the "perfect" mindset seems to have captured the collective...
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Stephen Feeney
Feb 1, 20232 min
The Pressure Paradox in Sports
Introduction Pressure is an inevitable part of sports and can either fuel an athlete's performance or hinder it. This article explores...
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Stephen Feeney
Feb 1, 20232 min
Perception is Key: Harnessing the Power the Mind for Performance
The human brain is a complex and sophisticated system that processes information and directs our behaviour in response to stimuli. In...
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Stephen Feeney
Feb 1, 20232 min
The Power of Vulnerability: How Embracing Weakness Can Unlock Athletic Success
The traditional view of vulnerability in sports is that it's a sign of weakness to be avoided at all costs. However, this narrow-minded...
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Stephen Feeney
Jan 18, 20233 min
The Emotional Rollercoaster of Sport
Introduction Emotional intelligence (EI) is the ability to recognize, understand, and manage one's own emotions and the emotions of...
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Stephen Feeney
Jan 18, 20233 min
Socrates' Performance Philosophy for Sport
Achieving peak performance as an athlete is about more than physical training and skill development. It also requires a deep...
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Stephen Feeney
Jan 18, 20232 min
The Mental Edge: How Humility Can Give Athletes an Unfair Advantage
As a mental performance coach, I have had the privilege of working with some of the top athletes in the world. One trait that I have...
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Stephen Feeney
Jan 18, 20232 min
From Mediocrity to Mastery: How Developing Character Can Elevate Athletic Performance
When it comes to athletic performance, we often focus on physical training, technique, and strategy. However, one crucial aspect that is...
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Stephen Feeney
Jan 18, 20232 min
The Dark Triad and Elite Athletes: A Dangerous Combination
The Dark Triad is a term used to describe three personality traits: narcissism, Machiavellianism, and psychopathy. These traits are often...
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Stephen Feeney
Nov 28, 20222 min
The make-or-break performance triad of thoughts, emotions and behaviour
Introduction Undoubtedly, athletes at all levels commit and sacrifice vast amounts of time and effort when preparing for their...
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Stephen Feeney
Nov 24, 20221 min
What separates the good from the great when it comes to performance?
The reality of any performance is that it's going to be emotional. As the stakes rise, so do the emotions in every competitive sport we...
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Stephen Feeney
Nov 16, 20223 min
The Power of Intent in Sports Performance
The role of intent in sports is a complex and multifaceted one. However, research has shown that having the right level of intent can...
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Stephen Feeney
Feb 11, 20223 min
The Importance of Building Rapport With Your Athletes
Introduction Coaches and athletes need to have a conversation away from the playing field. Athletes need to know that their concerns are...
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Stephen Feeney
Jan 5, 20224 min
Sports Performance and the Keys to Mental Toughness
Introduction Sports performance is a multifaceted phenomenon that includes physical, mental and social skills. Sports psychologists have...
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Stephen Feeney
Dec 15, 20213 min
How ego can tear down the very best athletes.
Introduction Ego is a significant factor in sporting performance. It can be the difference between being good and being great in many...
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