The Winning Game: The Art of Competing with Yourself in the World of Sports
In the fiercely competitive world of sports, where athletes constantly strive for greatness, the age-old practice of comparing oneself to...
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Stephen Feeney
Feb 1, 20232 min read
The Dark Side of Athletic Pressure: How It Can Sabotage Performance
In the competitive world of sports, athletes are constantly under pressure to perform at their best. Whether it's the pressure to win a...
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Stephen Feeney
Feb 1, 20232 min read
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 read
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 read
"Mind Over Matter: Harnessing the Power of the Brain for Success"
As a former international rower, I understand the importance of mental preparation in high-performance sports. It's something I blindly...
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Stephen Feeney
Jan 18, 20233 min read
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, 20232 min read
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
Dec 16, 20223 min read
From Breakdown to Breakthrough: How Michael Phelps Used ACT to Overcome Anxiety and Depression
As an athlete, it's not uncommon to experience anxiety, stress, and other negative emotions that can hinder your performance. These...
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Stephen Feeney
Dec 16, 20222 min read
The Winning Mindset of Phil Jackson: 5 Key Lessons for Leaders
Phil Jackson is a name that is synonymous with success in the world of basketball. With 11 NBA championships as a head coach, Jackson is...
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Stephen Feeney
Dec 16, 20222 min read
Bill Belichick: The Secrets to His Success and How to Apply Them to Your Own Leadership
Bill Belichick is a name that needs no introduction in the world of football. Belichick has consistently led his team to victory as the...
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Stephen Feeney
Dec 9, 20223 min read
How did Novak Djokovic weaponise his emotions to enhance his performance?
Introduction It's no secret that emotions play a role in our lives. We experience a wide range of emotions daily, and they can often...
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Stephen Feeney
Nov 28, 20222 min read
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 read
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 read
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 read
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
Sep 27, 20182 min read
What's blocking your performance??
Over the last few years, I'd had some the opportunity to work with World Champion athletes and World Class Teams. Seeing things from the...
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