Optimal Performance Newsletter
Why After-School Programs Matter: Sports, Academics, and Structured Enrichment Do Far More Than Fill an Afternoon
by: Dr. Brad Conn, Ph.D.Published on: 26/05/2026After-school programs do more than fill time. Learn how structured enrichment builds adolescent empowerment and motivation for lasting psychological benefits.
When Discipline Goes Too Far: The Hidden Line Between Performance and Disordered Eating
by: Piper Lukas, MSPublished on: 28/04/2026The pressure to be an elite athlete can mask disordered eating. Discover how to recognize the shift from dedication to maladaptive strategies and prioritize long-term health.
From Vision to Victory: Turning Potential into Performance Through Structured Goal Setting
by: Dr. Brad Conn, Ph.D.Published on: 24/03/2026Learn the S.M.A.R.T. goal framework, used in sport psychology and clinical work, to turn ambition into engineered outcomes. Create your blueprint for victory.
Turning Pressure into Performance: Taking Control of Pregame Jitters
by: Dr. Brad Conn, Ph.D.Published on: 10/03/2026Discover why sexual intimacy can become a substitute for emotional connection in relationships. Learn how to foster true emotional vulnerability and move beyond physical closeness as a coping mechanism.
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