Navigating the Dark Side of Athletics - Dr. Hillary Cauthen

Dr. Hillary Cauthen joins Something For Everybody this week. Dr. C is the Director at TOPPS & a Certified Mental Performance Consultant

In this conversation, Dr. Hillary discusses the importance of creating a culture of care in sports, emphasizing the need for empathy and understanding in coaching. She highlights the darker aspects of sports, including mental health challenges faced by athletes, and the impact of specialization in youth sports. The discussion also covers the role of parents in supporting their children in sports and the significance of developing a competitive mindset. Dr. Hillary provides practical strategies for athletes to prepare mentally and physically for competition, underscoring the importance of self-reflection and connection in coaching.
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00:00 Introduction and Personal Check-In
02:24 Creating a Culture of Care in Sports
05:55 The Dark Side of Sports and Athlete Well-Being
10:03 Coaching with Care: Balancing Performance and Empathy
16:06 The Specialization Debate in Youth Sports
20:28 The Role of Parents in Youth Sports
26:05 Developing an Ideal Competitive Mindset
29:08 Preparation Strategies for Athletes
32:19 Superstitions and Rituals in Sports
33:32 Psychological Skills in Real-Time Performance
38:18 Identity Beyond Athletics
44:10 Understanding Mental Health and Emotional Expression
49:00 Navigating Emotions in Sports
52:57 The Role of Shit Talking in Sports
53:14 The Journey to Writing a Book on Trauma
01:00:00 The Evolution of Mental Health in Sports
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Episode 349 of Something For Everybody
(Filmed on January 24th, 2025)
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Edited by Ben Rogerson (@BenRogerson_)
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