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episode 122: Navigating Mental Health & Performance in Sports with Jessie Barr - Petey Performance Podcast #122
In this week's episode of the podcast, we chat with Jessie Barr.
Jessie is a former olympic athlete and sports psychologist based in Ireland.
Join us as we delve into her groundbreaking PhD research on mental health stigma in elite sports.
Find out what surprised her most and the challenges she faced, plus a glimpse into the future of research in this crucial area.
It gets personal as we discuss coping strategies for athletes, drawing from the host's own athletic journey.
We'll also touch on her work at Santry Sports Surgery Clinic, where she helps young people and athletes make triumphant returns to play after injuries and concussions.
Time Stamps
03:47 - How to deliver the end of year review
05:55 - When athlete's gets defensive
10:20 - Connecting with athletes through shared experience
13:28 - Using togetherness
18:05 - When is the appropriate time for a debrief after defeat
24:53 - Coping strategies for coaches
27:24 - Athlete's identity
31:20 - How athletes can help themselves
36:49 - Jessie's approach and experiences
41:40 - Developing strong relationships with your values
52:01 - Focusing on communication