Ruthless Compassion with Dr. Marcia Sirota
188 - The Psychology of High-Performance Athletes with Dr. Hillary Cauthen
188 - The Psychology of High-Performance Athletes with Dr. Hillary Cauthen
188 - The Psychology of High-Performance Athletes with Dr. Hillary Cauthen
188 - The Psychology of High-Performance Athletes with Dr. Hillary Cauthen
Thursday 8th May 2025
Explore mental health in sports with Dr. Hillary Cauthen's insights on high-performance athletes and cultural shifts.
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Episode Overview
- Sports can both support and challenge mental health.
- Cultural shifts are needed to support athletes' well-being.
- Mental resilience is key for high-performance athletes.
- Sport psychologists play a crucial role in athlete support.
- Practical strategies for stress management are essential.
"Exercise and sport really help with mental health, but being an athlete can also impact your mental health."
In this episode of 'Ruthless Compassion', Dr. Marcia Sirota chats with Dr. Hillary Cauthen, a clinical sport psychologist who has been helping high-performance athletes tackle the mental challenges of their demanding careers. Dr. Cauthen, a former Division 1 college track athlete herself, shares her journey from competing on the track to becoming a trusted confidante for athletes navigating the pressures of their sports.
Her story is a fascinating blend of personal experience and professional insight, highlighting how her own athletic background informs her approach to mental health in sports. Dr. Cauthen discusses the duality of sports – how it can be both a boon and a burden for mental health. She emphasises the importance of changing the culture around athletics to support mental well-being, drawing from her experiences and her TEDx talk on the toxic culture of sports.
The conversation delves into the pressures athletes face, including the impact of performance expectations and the sometimes isolating nature of competitive sports. Dr. Sirota and Dr. Cauthen explore how mental health support can be integrated into sports training to foster healthier environments for athletes. They discuss practical strategies for managing stress and maintaining mental resilience, offering listeners valuable insights into the psychological aspects of high-performance sports.
Whether you're an athlete, a coach, or simply someone interested in the intersection of sports and psychology, this episode offers a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities within the world of high-performance athletics. Tune in to discover how mental health can be a game-changer in sports, transforming athletes into champions not just in their fields, but in their minds as well.