By Dr. John F. Murray To truly overcome a mental block, you must face it head-on. A mental block is not a sign of weakness or a personal failure; it is your brain’s protective “freeze” response to perceived pressure. Whether you are an athlete facing a slump or an executive paralyzed before a presentation, you have the power to dismantle this invisible wall through consistent mental training.… Read the rest
By Dr. John F. Murray Mental toughness is the ability to maintain laser-sharp focus and resilience when the pressure is at its peak. It is not about suppressing emotions or being a “robot.” Instead, it is a dynamic, trainable skill set that allows you to manage stress effectively so you can stay locked in on your goals.… Read the rest
By Dr. John F. Murray You wouldn’t walk into a gym once and expect to be powerful. The same logic applies to your mind. Mental training is the systematic practice of psychological skills to sharpen focus, build rock-solid confidence, and develop gritty resilience.… Read the rest
By Dr. John F. Murray Performance anxiety is more than just “pre-game butterflies.” It is a debilitating fear of failure that can hijack your hard-earned skills right when you need them most. In my practice, I often compare an elite athlete to a high-performance engine.… Read the rest
Famed sports psychologist Dr. John Murray says the Jets rose up his Mental Performance Index as the season went on – Kristian Dyer – Jan 6, 2020 Not only did the New York Jets show a drastic turnaround over the second half of the season, going 6-2 to close out the year, they also showed more brains.… Read the rest
By Dr. John F. Murray Hi, this is Dr. John F. Murray. See if any of the issues below pertain to you, your kids, or your students. My name is Dr. John F. Murray, a clinical and sports psychologist in Palm Beach, Florida.… Read the rest
This article was originally published by the Detroit News and features insights from Dr. John F. Murray. It is archived here for educational purposes. Detroit Free Press – June 4, 2006 – Mark Francescutti – Are sports really mind over matter?… Read the rest
This article was originally published by USA Today and features insights from Dr. John F. Murray. It is archived here for educational purposes. USA Today – Ross Hawler – April 8, 2016 – USA TODAY High School Sports has a weekly column on the recruiting process.… Read the rest
