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Palm Beach Daily News – Updated on June 3,2024 by John F Murray – John Nelander – When their tennis skills are tumbling, or their slice is careening out of control on the golf course, most people think of three solutions: practice, practice and more practice. But there’s a mental aspect to all sports, whether […]

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That was the direct copy and I hope it was legible. You might also enjoy a very popular article that goes into some depth about the top issues seen in a sports psychology private practice.

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The Undefeated – by Michael A Fletcher – May 17, 2019 – What can Tiger Woods do for an encore? When he won the Masters Tournament last month, it was both a commanding performance and one of the greatest comebacks in sports history. Comebacks are important in sports, and sports psychology, and Dr. John F. […]

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By Dr. John F. Murray – March 13, 2019 – I’m often asked what the most demanding sport mentally is and my answer is always “golf.”  The types of demands placed upon a golfer define the fact that managing thoughts, feelings, and sensations are essential while the potential distractions are immense. The brain must figure […]

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In this second podcast in the new series, Dr. Murray gives an overview on confidence and how anyone can become more confident. He takes the listener on a shopping spree to purchase items that symbolize each of 4 major pillars of confidence. For more information contact Dr. John F Murray at johnfmurray@mindspring.com or call 561-596-9898

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Sports training has advanced so far in recent years, and the field of sports psychology is no exception. As we roar into 2019 and beyond, it is very important that athletes, teams, groups and even people in business looking for advanced mental coaching know what they are getting and what to expect when they hire […]

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Special to JohnFMurray.com – November 18, 2018 – How many of you have actually accessed general psychotherapy? How about sports psychology performance enhancement services? I offer both these services. This is often called one-stop shopping, so that you can work on your mental health/well being while also focusing on more specific sports or business-related needs […]

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Sports Psychologist Special to JohnFMurray.com – By Dr. John F Murray – November 28, 2018 – As the field of sports psychology evolves and more and more qualified and licensed practitioners hang out a shingle (something that is still moving enormously slow by the way), the media, potential clients and even current clients ask about […]

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Sports Psychology Special at JohnFMurray.com – Dr. John F Murray – October 9,  2018 – Are you a student of sports psychology or someone who may consider the profession for your future? If so, you definitely want to keep reading this article. In fact, I would not be surprised if this one article that you […]

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Sports Psychology Interview with Dr. John F Murray – Psychology Today – By Marty Nemko – April 30, 2016 – After conducting today’s The Eminents interview with sports psychologist John F. Murray, I’ve come away feeling that his advice applies not just to athletes but to most people who want to improve their mental performance. […]

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