Greenepsych Resource LIST

What Motivates Athletes? – Highlights why intrinsic motivation leads to better long-term performance and how to foster it. Inside the Mind of Champion Athletes –  TEDx talk on how elite athletes use focus, routines, and mental strategies to stay motivated and perform...

What is Mental Toughness? – Video on how elite athletes use routines, reframing, and focus to handle pressure. How to Be Mentally Tough: Confidence and Trust in Skills – Explains how trusting your skills, not just thinking positive, builds real confidence under...

Types of Leaders in Sport – Breaks down autocratic, democratic, and laissez-faire leadership styles and their impact on team dynamics.  10 Qualities of a Leader in Sports – Highlights key traits like integrity, vision, and accountability, with tips for coaches to...

Using the Mind to Heal the Body: Imagery for Injury Rehabilitation – Introduces mental imagery as a tool to promote physical healing and maintain confidence during injury recovery. Using Your Social Support Network When Dealing With Injury – Emphasizes the role of...

SMART Goals – Overview of the SMART framework (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) for creating effective and actionable goals in sport. Principles of Effective Goal Setting – Breaks down research-backed components of good goal setting, including...

High-Performing Teams – Highlights characteristics of high-functioning teams, including shared goals, communication, and psychological safety. Sports Team Chemistry and Dynamics in Sport – Discusses the impact of interpersonal relationships on team cohesion and...

Brief Introduction to Pressure – Discusses how athletes interpret pressure and its effect on performance, emphasizing that mental framing, with routines and focus strategies, can mitigate negative impact. How Pros Experience Pressure in Sport  – Highlights how elite...

Discovering Resilience in Sport: What We Know and Where We Need to Go – Summarizes how athletes mentally adapt to setbacks and highlights where further inquiry is needed.  How to Build Mental Resilience in Sports – Shows five daily mental exercises, like mindfulness,...

Doubt & Self Talk: Quick Tips – How athletes can use mental training tools—like winning routines, visualization, and positive cues—to shift focus, dismiss self-doubt, and maintain performance consistency. Nike Football - Self-Talk – Highlights mental training...

Sport Psychology For Youth Sports – Introduces core sport psychology concepts (confidence, focus, growth mindset) tailored for young athletes. 4 Youth Sport Psychology Exercises to Try Today – Interactive tools for parents and coaches to help kids improve mental...

Sport Psychology Resources for Parents  – Offers guides, newsletters, and handouts to help parents support youth athletes’ confidence, focus, and enjoyment in sport. Do’s and Don’ts for Parents of Young Athletes – Practical tips on how to support youth athletes with...

Carlos Alcaraz: My Way – A three‑episode Netflix documentary (released April 23, 2025) that follows the Spanish tennis prodigy during his intense 2024 season, showing how he balances soaring Grand Slam ambitions and world No. 1 status with the wants and mood of a...

Competition v Cooperation - Directed at parents on emphasizing healthy competition and cooperation within sports for their child How Sports Build Cooperation and Community - How parents can emphasize choosing sports teams that teach community-building skills, such as...

Understanding and Controlling Aggression | Huberman Lab Podcast #71: Podcast that speaks about aggression not only in a sport setting but from a neurobiological standpoint.  The Science of Burnout and How to Prevent It- Dr. Peter Olusoga — a Senior Lecturer in...

The Sport Psych Show: Hosted by sport psychologist Dan Abrahams, this podcast aims to demystify sport psychology for athletes, coaches, and parents. It features interviews with leading figures in the field and covers a wide range of topics. Finding Mastery with Dr....