Dr. Tina Payne Bryson’s Mental Tool-Kit.
When I reached out to Dr. Tina Payne Bryson, the lead psychotherapist with the Nike Dreamweaver Program, she shared many insights for a holistic approach to mental health, managing anxiety, and the development of resiliency specifically for developing athletes. I am hopeful that you will also be improved by her recommendations.
Tina is a psychotherapist and the Founder/Executive Director of The Center for Connection (“CFC”), a multidisciplinary clinical practice; of The Play Strong Institute, a center devoted to the study, research, and practice of play therapy through a neurodevelopment lens; and The Center for Connection and Neurodiversity, a wing of the CFC devoted to celebrating neurodifferences and providing brain-based occupational therapy across the lifespan.
Photo credit: tinabryson.com
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Under each topic you will find additional information and further explanation. You will also find several suggested exercises you can try for each topic. Since some practices work better for different people it might require some trial and error, and further learning, to develop the best system for you. Additional links to learn more can be found on the “List of Mentioned Resources” at the end of this pamphlet.
II. DIRECTING AROUSAL STATES [BREATHE WORK & BODY WORK]
III. HAVE SELF COMPASSION ABOUT IT
IV. STRATEGIES FOR WORKOUTS & RACE DAY
V. OTHER NOTE WORTHY STRATEGIES
VI. LIST OF MENTIONED RESOURCES
