Mental Health and Sports

The conversation covers Deanna's journey from volleyball to counseling, highlighting the mental struggles of athletes and the signs of their mental health challenges. It also explores the impact of parental pressure, overcoming mistakes, and developing mental skills. Deanna shares advice for young athletes and coaches, emphasizing the importance of enjoying the journey and connecting with others. The rapid-fire segment adds a fun element to the conversation, and the episode concludes with final words and gratitude.

Takeaways

• Mental health challenges in sports
• Supporting athletes' mental well-being

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction and Welcome
• 05:22 Athlete Mental Struggles
• 10:26 Developing Mental Skills
• 17:10 Final Words and Conclusion

Today's guest

D'anna Kester

Key Counseling

Website: https://www.keycounselingatl.com/about-danna-kester Email: [e-mail] IG: @danna_counseling At Between the Sett, we talk about all things volleyball — the mindset, the culture, the players, and the stories behind the game. 🎙 Hosted by Coach LaKeisha Follow Between the Sett Instagram: @betweenthesett YouTube: Between the Sett Podcast 👍 Like 💬 Email us at [e-mail] to be a guest on the show 🔔 Subscribe for weekly volleyball content for players, parents, and coaches Available on all podcast streaming platforms! Apple/Spotify/IHeart/Youtube/Amazon Music