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A smart way to handle anxiety — courtesy of soccer great Lionel Messi

Being incredibly talented doesn’t immunize you against anxiety, but Lionel Messi has mastered a coping mechanism that's also a tactical weapon, says social psychologist Adam Alter PhD.
Posted Jun 2023

How do top athletes get into the zone? By getting uncomfortable

Ever wish you had a switch you could just turn whenever you needed to be super-focused? In this excerpt from TED's "Good Sport" podcast, the host speaks to NBA All-Star Steph Curry and sports psychologist Dr. Nicole Detling to learn a thing or two about getting there.
Posted Mar 2023

Here’s how you can handle stress like a lion, not a gazelle

It's all about being able to see the daily nerve-racking events in your life as challenges -- instead of threats -- and stress expert Elissa Epel PhD explains how we can all start to make this shift.
Posted Feb 2023