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Optimize Mental Health, Flow and Sports Performance. With Dr. Alex Auerbach

Mar 12, 2024
Dr. Alex Auerbach, Sports Psychologist for the Toronto Raptors, talks about using mindfulness and ACT to optimize athlete performance and mental health. He discusses the benefits of mindfulness, acceptance therapy, and flow state for athletes, emphasizing self-awareness and emotional regulation. The podcast explores the intersection of mental health and sports performance, the role of ACT and mindfulness, and enhancing performance through mental techniques and reframing performance anxiety.
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  • Mindfulness and ACT enhance athlete's mental health and performance.
  • Self-awareness and emotional regulation are key for athlete well-being.

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Understanding the Role of Mindfulness and ACT in Sports Psychology

Exploring the interview with Dr. Alex Auerbach, a sports psychologist, revealed the significance of mindfulness and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) in enhancing athletes' performance and mental health. Dr. Auerbach highlighted the benefits of self-awareness, emotional regulation, and grounding difficult feelings to optimize performance and achieve the flow state. Mindfulness was shown to aid in stress management and resilience for athletes and individuals.

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