Tapping into your optimal drive for training at the beginning of a new year can be tricky. For some golfers, time off over the holiday season means a big loss in momentum, feeling detached from the game and your practice buddies, and generally sluggish after countless hours on the couch. For others, a short break…
This article authored by Dr Jay-Lee first appeared at Pro Tour Golf College. In my work, I see many great athletes convey the hallmark qualities of a perfectionist that unfortunately can be the most dominant factor in sabotaging their potential. It is important to be aware that this trait can become a strength, with an…
We are all familiar with the old adage “play to your strengths”, but most people are not clear about what their strengths are and how to capitalise on them. A strength has two elements “delivering a high level of performance and experiencing a sense of energy when you are doing it.” In other words, a…
A recent study by Jawbone, maker of a digitised wristband that tracks how its users move and sleep, shows that Singapore is among cities in the world with the least hours of sleep, clocking an average of 6 hours and 32 minutes a day. Getting enough sleep for optimal functioning and performance is simply not…
“I just really enjoyed the workouts…pushing the boundaries, seeing how far I could push my body, and getting “comfortable with the uncomfortable.” To be a formidable competitor as a CrossFit athlete, dedicated physical preparation is a must, but mental preparation ensures you are truly ready to deal with the adversity that CrossFit delivers. For an…
Social research in Asia suggests that our kids are under more pressure than ever, and the negative consequences are very real. A recent prospectus study of 29 schools in Hong Kong revealed that 3 in 10 students in secondary school and 1 in 5 primary school aged children suffer from anxiety. One of the most…
Medical school is a grueling, pressure packed degree program that is longer than an Olympic cycle. There are significant lessons in mental toughness that athletes and all individuals in the pursuit of excellence can learn from successful med school students. To find out what it takes, I sat down with my brilliant twin sister, Carly…
The mental toughness training athletes undergo before reaching the Olympic stage is not typically well documented or understood. In this article, I will provide a behind-the-scenes look at the psychological preparation athletes go through before the biggest event in sport. Mentally Preparing for the Olympics For the past year, I have had the opportunity to…
The formula for optimizing performance in any arena can be defined in two ways: Hacking the Mind and Body For example, an executive experiencing a performance slump due to high stress, can spend a great deal of time and money increasing their knowledge and practice of relaxation techniques to calm their system. But, if the…
Working through the injury rehabilitation process can be challenging for anyone experiencing an injury or recovering from surgery. Working with a Mental Notes sport psychologist like Dr Jay-Lee during this process is NOT just for athletes returning to sport, it’s for real people wanting to manage the journey of injury rehabilitation for optimal recovery and…