Imagery techniques are very powerful tools that can improve health. They go by many names — such as guided imagery and visualization — and utilize the creative power of the mind to build images that support healing and reduce pain…
Microdosing psychedelics is gaining popularity and you’ll likely find the word buzzing around. People are curious about the term “microdosing,” its potential benefits, and its safety. The premise is simple — microdosing is when you take a tiny dose of…
Dr. Jarrod Spencer, a sports psychologist and mental health advocate, works with some of the most elite athletes around the world. Thus, it’s no surprise he’s developed important perspectives about their mental health throughout his career. And perhaps one of the most…
There seems to be no shortage of emotional challenges such as fear and anxiety. While they both may seem very similar, they are not the same emotion, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). Fear is one of the six…
This article contains discussions of mental health struggles. Sports psychologist Dr. Jarrod Spencer envisions a world in which the mental health of elite athletes is just as important as their physical health. In his work with professional sports teams, elite…
People often joke about how much they need their morning cup of joe to help them get through the day. It turns out there may be some scientific evidence as to why some people tend to rely on it so…
We live in an interconnected world where we can shop, chat, work, and pay the bills with just a few clicks. Whether we want to learn a new language or book airline tickets, there’s an app for it. Without a…
Feeling anxious in our daily lives is becoming far more common. As a result, it can be hard to know if what we’re experiencing is something temporary or something we may need extra support for. Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) is…
Depression is a mental health condition that affects mood, cognition, behavior, and even physical health, as per the Mayo Clinic. It is characterized by a range of symptoms that vary in intensity, from lingering feelings of sadness to changes in…
When athletes get injured while training or competing, everyone expects them to take time off to heal. What about when the injury isn’t physical? How does the sports world react to athletes who take time off to heal their mental…