Kunashni Parikh

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Meditation for Athletes: Unlock Peak Performance

Unlock the Power of Meditation: In the world of competitive sports, athletes constantly seek an edge to maximize their performance and achieve greatness. While rigorous training, physical conditioning, and mental fortitude are crucial, one often overlooked practice has emerged as a game-changer: meditation. The ancient art of meditation, backed by modern science, has proven to …

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Kunashni - Sport Psychologist

Why my session with a client is no different than my first class of psychology in Class 11

I realised today that I approach each session with an individual client or athlete with the same enthusiasm as my first class of psychology in class 11. Though many theories and experiences have filled my neurons since the past few years, the fervour and love for the mind sails strong. I wake up to know …

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COVID-19 Vaccination boosts Mental Health – but does it really? Analysis on the Science

“COVID-19 vaccination boosts mental health along with immunity, study finds” Does it Really? Let’s take a look at the research protocol. Nothing against vaccination, but I like to be thorough with the Science. Here is the article source: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2022/02/220215125454.ht It’s time we take a close look at what really were the results and what really …

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Gymnastics vs Football – A Psychologist’s Perspective

I trained in gymnastics daily for 8 years in my life. I trained as a footballer for another 8 years of my life. And here is what I found as the difference. Individualism Vs Team Orientation. In Gymnastics, the goal is focused towards personal achievement and excellence. Motivation is always internal, goals are individualistic, and …

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Why Athletes Don’t Give Up

What makes athletes so relentless? Sometimes, we wonder what makes athletes so strong? Mentally strong, I mean. Where they don’t give up, refuse to back down, and keep going, even when injured, even when facing a tough situation. What are some factors that affect this mindset? Let’s Take a Look 1. Their Goal is Bigger …

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Media Interviews and Mental Health in Sport: Naomi Osaka: A Case in Point

Should Mental Health be compromised at the stake of Media Obligations for Athletes? Case of Naomi Osaka4 Time Grand Slam Champion At the end of major matches in the sports community, elite athletes are often required by the rules of the organization to appear for scheduled press conferences and comment on their performance in response …

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Psychology is a Tool to Change

It’s a Science. Psychology helps you understand things about your own behaviour and helps you change that for the better. It’s equally as helpful to know others (Social Psychology) and to Understand the Self through Reflection and Self-Analysis. How do you use this Science to change your day to day?