"The most important thing in communications is to hear what isn't being said."
"The most important thing in communications is to hear what isn't being said."
~ Peter Drucker
~ Peter Drucker
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We Are Stronger Together.
We Are Stronger Together.
It's not uncommon for mental health to be overlooked or stigmatized in the world of athletics, which is why we asked professionals and athletes to share their mental health journeys. Through professional insight and personal testimony, we hope to inspire and support student-athletes as they navigate their mental health and encourage an open and honest conversation about mental wellness in the sports community.
List of Interviews below:
List of Interviews below:
Dr. Dan Krizan
Dr. Dan Krizan
Postdoctorate Athletics Counselor
Postdoctorate Athletics Counselor
Pepperdine University
Pepperdine University
https://pepperdinewaves.com/staff-directory/dr-dan-krizan/353
Krizan believes we should "use our physiology in our own favor".
We interviewed him to get a better understanding of his role at Pepperdine University and how he supports athletes through the counseling center.
To access the full notes from this interview, click here.
Alina McDonald
Alina McDonald
Olympic Pole Vaulter
Olympic Pole Vaulter
Olympic pole vaulter Alina McDonald discusses the challenges of mental health in a high demanding sports environment. Her strategies of "having an identity outside of the sport is critical" and being "okay with making mistakes" has contributed to her success.
To access the full notes from this interview, click here.
Student-Athletes
Student-Athletes
Pepperdine University
Pepperdine University
We interviewed Pepperdine student-athlete Aubrey Roberts + Pepperdine Swim & Dive Alumni to get a better insight on mental health in college athletics.
These athletes had much to say, including advice based on personal experiences such as "understanding the importance of your why" and "understanding that you are not alone"
To access the full notes from this interview, click here.
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