Author: Gary Bloom
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 0241451337
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 368
Book Description
Drawing on his work with elite athletes, the world's first sports psychotherapist on what to do when life throws you a curveball 'Cracking tales, a great read' Nigel Owens MBE, rugby union referee 'Absolutely fascinating . . . a genuine must-read for anyone interested in the human side of sport' Peter Drury, football commentator Elite athletes play out their lives in the most public of arenas. Everything they do is analysed in real time and then picked apart in the pub and in the press afterwards. 'Why did they miss that penalty?', 'What made them fall at the first jump?', 'That press conference was a bit weird.' We can all speculate, but what's really going on? In Keeping Your Head in the Game we peer into this highly confidential world. We follow the journeys of ten athletes in their therapy sessions with sports psychotherapist Gary Bloom, from a rugby player arrested for a drunken brawl, through a homesick cricketer on tour, to a snooker player struggling with his feelings of inadequacy and low self-esteem. Structured around the emotions we all experience on a daily basis - shame, anger, fear, jealousy and envy, love - chapter by chapter, the book reveals, explains and attempts to resolve the inner traumas that have an impact on the performance of these sports personalities. Seeing how they overcome their demons is a powerful way of tackling our own and, as Gary says, happier players play better - in sport and in life. 'For anyone interested in competitive sport, what people have to do to get to the top and what that can do to the human psyche' Catherine Jackson, journalist and former editor of Therapy Today 'It's amazing how clubs invest in repairing the bodies of their players whilst largely ignoring their minds. Elite athletes are just as fragile as the rest of us. Happily change is on the way and this must-read book will only accelerate that' Jon Champion, football commentator
Keeping Your Head in the Game
Author: Gary Bloom
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 0241451337
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 368
Book Description
Drawing on his work with elite athletes, the world's first sports psychotherapist on what to do when life throws you a curveball 'Cracking tales, a great read' Nigel Owens MBE, rugby union referee 'Absolutely fascinating . . . a genuine must-read for anyone interested in the human side of sport' Peter Drury, football commentator Elite athletes play out their lives in the most public of arenas. Everything they do is analysed in real time and then picked apart in the pub and in the press afterwards. 'Why did they miss that penalty?', 'What made them fall at the first jump?', 'That press conference was a bit weird.' We can all speculate, but what's really going on? In Keeping Your Head in the Game we peer into this highly confidential world. We follow the journeys of ten athletes in their therapy sessions with sports psychotherapist Gary Bloom, from a rugby player arrested for a drunken brawl, through a homesick cricketer on tour, to a snooker player struggling with his feelings of inadequacy and low self-esteem. Structured around the emotions we all experience on a daily basis - shame, anger, fear, jealousy and envy, love - chapter by chapter, the book reveals, explains and attempts to resolve the inner traumas that have an impact on the performance of these sports personalities. Seeing how they overcome their demons is a powerful way of tackling our own and, as Gary says, happier players play better - in sport and in life. 'For anyone interested in competitive sport, what people have to do to get to the top and what that can do to the human psyche' Catherine Jackson, journalist and former editor of Therapy Today 'It's amazing how clubs invest in repairing the bodies of their players whilst largely ignoring their minds. Elite athletes are just as fragile as the rest of us. Happily change is on the way and this must-read book will only accelerate that' Jon Champion, football commentator
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 0241451337
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 368
Book Description
Drawing on his work with elite athletes, the world's first sports psychotherapist on what to do when life throws you a curveball 'Cracking tales, a great read' Nigel Owens MBE, rugby union referee 'Absolutely fascinating . . . a genuine must-read for anyone interested in the human side of sport' Peter Drury, football commentator Elite athletes play out their lives in the most public of arenas. Everything they do is analysed in real time and then picked apart in the pub and in the press afterwards. 'Why did they miss that penalty?', 'What made them fall at the first jump?', 'That press conference was a bit weird.' We can all speculate, but what's really going on? In Keeping Your Head in the Game we peer into this highly confidential world. We follow the journeys of ten athletes in their therapy sessions with sports psychotherapist Gary Bloom, from a rugby player arrested for a drunken brawl, through a homesick cricketer on tour, to a snooker player struggling with his feelings of inadequacy and low self-esteem. Structured around the emotions we all experience on a daily basis - shame, anger, fear, jealousy and envy, love - chapter by chapter, the book reveals, explains and attempts to resolve the inner traumas that have an impact on the performance of these sports personalities. Seeing how they overcome their demons is a powerful way of tackling our own and, as Gary says, happier players play better - in sport and in life. 'For anyone interested in competitive sport, what people have to do to get to the top and what that can do to the human psyche' Catherine Jackson, journalist and former editor of Therapy Today 'It's amazing how clubs invest in repairing the bodies of their players whilst largely ignoring their minds. Elite athletes are just as fragile as the rest of us. Happily change is on the way and this must-read book will only accelerate that' Jon Champion, football commentator
Get Your Head in the Game
Author: Dominic Stevenson
Publisher: Watkins Media Limited
ISBN: 1786784521
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 250
Book Description
Get Your Head in the Game is the first book to tackle the issue of mental health and its relationship with the most popular sport in the world, football. Football is more than just a sport; the pitch reveals emotion in the extreme, from the glory of goals, the thrill of comradeship, the rollercoaster of club loyalty, through to the immense pressure of expectation, fear of injury, and crushing defeat. Fans, players, managers, coaches, and even those new to the sport can't help but be swept up by the drama at the heart of the beautiful game. But when players at the peak of their physical fitness commit suicide, or poor mental health derails careers, there can still be a stunned silence in the community, a lack of connection. In Get Your Head in the Game, Dominic Stevenson, a writer, player, coach, and lifelong football obsessive, interviews a diverse cross-section of characters in the football world, from fans to managers, from players at the start of their careers to retired veterans, women's football stars, international celebrities, refugee footballers and mental health professionals. Football is more than just a sport. The pitch reveals emotion in the extreme: from the glory of goals, the rollercoaster of club loyalty, through to the immense pressure of expectation, fear of injury, and crushing defeat. Fans, players, managers, coaches and even those new to the sport can't help but be swept up by the drama of the beautiful game. But when players at the peak of their physical fitness commit suicide, or poor mental health derails careers, there can still be a stunned silence in the community, a lack of connection. Dominic Stevenson, a writer, player, coach and lifelong football obsessive, interviews a diverse cross-section of characters in the football world to try to understand this lost connection between the sport and the mind. This book contains contributions from internationally renowned players such as Sam Hutchinson, Chris Kirkland, Ella Masar, John Harkes and Iffy Onoura. From voices at top clubs around the globe including Manchester United, Paris Saint-Germain, Chelsea and DC United, to the stories of smaller clubs and unsung heroes behind the scenes, Dominic reveals personal battles both on and off the pitch, touching on anxiety, depression, discrimination, trauma, identity and recovery.
Publisher: Watkins Media Limited
ISBN: 1786784521
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 250
Book Description
Get Your Head in the Game is the first book to tackle the issue of mental health and its relationship with the most popular sport in the world, football. Football is more than just a sport; the pitch reveals emotion in the extreme, from the glory of goals, the thrill of comradeship, the rollercoaster of club loyalty, through to the immense pressure of expectation, fear of injury, and crushing defeat. Fans, players, managers, coaches, and even those new to the sport can't help but be swept up by the drama at the heart of the beautiful game. But when players at the peak of their physical fitness commit suicide, or poor mental health derails careers, there can still be a stunned silence in the community, a lack of connection. In Get Your Head in the Game, Dominic Stevenson, a writer, player, coach, and lifelong football obsessive, interviews a diverse cross-section of characters in the football world, from fans to managers, from players at the start of their careers to retired veterans, women's football stars, international celebrities, refugee footballers and mental health professionals. Football is more than just a sport. The pitch reveals emotion in the extreme: from the glory of goals, the rollercoaster of club loyalty, through to the immense pressure of expectation, fear of injury, and crushing defeat. Fans, players, managers, coaches and even those new to the sport can't help but be swept up by the drama of the beautiful game. But when players at the peak of their physical fitness commit suicide, or poor mental health derails careers, there can still be a stunned silence in the community, a lack of connection. Dominic Stevenson, a writer, player, coach and lifelong football obsessive, interviews a diverse cross-section of characters in the football world to try to understand this lost connection between the sport and the mind. This book contains contributions from internationally renowned players such as Sam Hutchinson, Chris Kirkland, Ella Masar, John Harkes and Iffy Onoura. From voices at top clubs around the globe including Manchester United, Paris Saint-Germain, Chelsea and DC United, to the stories of smaller clubs and unsung heroes behind the scenes, Dominic reveals personal battles both on and off the pitch, touching on anxiety, depression, discrimination, trauma, identity and recovery.
Top 10 Games You Can Play in Your Head, by Yourself: Second Edition
Author: Sam Gorski
Publisher: Games You Can Play in Your Hea
ISBN: 9780998379418
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
"Your mind is now the ultimate gaming engine. Ditch the remote. Ditch the controller. Explore worlds and stories through a revolutionary single-player role-playing system that pushes your imagination beyond its furthest limits"--Back cover.
Publisher: Games You Can Play in Your Hea
ISBN: 9780998379418
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
"Your mind is now the ultimate gaming engine. Ditch the remote. Ditch the controller. Explore worlds and stories through a revolutionary single-player role-playing system that pushes your imagination beyond its furthest limits"--Back cover.
I Just Believe
Author: Charley Ansell
Publisher: Strategic Book Publishing
ISBN: 1609116003
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 64
Book Description
In this moving devotional to Jesus Christ and His teachings, Charley Ansell presents a series of short stories that encompass various aspects of Jesus' love. By exploring these amazing tales, each based on the experiences of children Ansell has ministered to, the reader will be inspired to accept Jesus Christ into their hearts and embark on a thriving relationship with Him.
Publisher: Strategic Book Publishing
ISBN: 1609116003
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 64
Book Description
In this moving devotional to Jesus Christ and His teachings, Charley Ansell presents a series of short stories that encompass various aspects of Jesus' love. By exploring these amazing tales, each based on the experiences of children Ansell has ministered to, the reader will be inspired to accept Jesus Christ into their hearts and embark on a thriving relationship with Him.
Drama Menu
Author: Glyn Trefor-Jones
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781848422858
Category : Drama
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Packed full of drama games, ideas and suggestions, Drama Menu is a unique new resource for drama teachers.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781848422858
Category : Drama
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Packed full of drama games, ideas and suggestions, Drama Menu is a unique new resource for drama teachers.
The Art Of Pimping Volume #3 Master's Manual: The Pimps Playbook To Psychology, Pimpology And Pimp Strategy
Author: The Professor Of Pimpology
Publisher: The Door 2 Success Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 272
Book Description
Book #3 Of 3 The FULL Collection “As Soon As A Pimp Walks In, The Real Game Begins!” - The Professor Of Pimpology Just as most women want to feel the power that a stripper feels when using her seduction on a man, the man wants to feel the power that a Pimp feels when using his manipulation on a woman. Either way it’s all about having the power to manipulate someone to do what you want them to do. Thats all Pimping, and The Hall Of Fame Game Series is all about teaching men and women. In a time where information is almost too much, where else can you find straight up Game without watching hours of youtube videos that only give you watered down game. You only get the fluff because The #1 Rule of the Game is “The Game is to be sold and not Told.” Thats because gold in the hands of a fool will only end up in the hands of a wise man, because real game a fool could never hold long enough to understand. For anything to be valued it has to be purchased and the game has to be valued so it lives on in the chosen few. The Pimp game works like a secret society and you get no game if you don’t pay the fee. You gotta pay to play, and then you’ll find your way. Not only will the game get you more women, the game will make you a man, once you understand that you either you play or get played. She’s playing to get paid and your playing to get laid, that’s why you’ll lose every time to her game. Flip the game on her head and always make sure you get paid to play. That’s Lesson #1. Now pay to play, and your life with women will never be the same, because now you have access to Real Game brought to you by “The” Professor of Pimpology! Enjoy! Heres Just A Few Of The Nearly 100 Lessons: The Pimp Game 101 The Principles of Pimping (Rules To The Game) How To Deal With Women To Gain The Advantage What Women Really Love (Clue: Its Not You!) Learn The Basic Nature Of ALL Women How A Woman Controls You And How To “Reverse The Game” How To Make a Woman Want To Submit How To Use Her Desires For Your Advantage How To Play “Hide the Di#k” And Win Learn The Only 4 Things Women Use Men For The Exact Psychology Behind Pimping (*The Sacred Pimp Pyramid Of Control*) And more..... Disclaimer: This book is not about using people or manipulating others, even if there are techniques listed to do so. The sole purpose of this book is to teach you some a few of the basic Psychology principles that pimps use to control prostitutes. This information is not opinion based and comes directly from the mouths of the greatest pimps in the game. Disclaimer: The author is not responsible for anyones influence to start Pimping after learning this information. This information is for educational purposes only!
Publisher: The Door 2 Success Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 272
Book Description
Book #3 Of 3 The FULL Collection “As Soon As A Pimp Walks In, The Real Game Begins!” - The Professor Of Pimpology Just as most women want to feel the power that a stripper feels when using her seduction on a man, the man wants to feel the power that a Pimp feels when using his manipulation on a woman. Either way it’s all about having the power to manipulate someone to do what you want them to do. Thats all Pimping, and The Hall Of Fame Game Series is all about teaching men and women. In a time where information is almost too much, where else can you find straight up Game without watching hours of youtube videos that only give you watered down game. You only get the fluff because The #1 Rule of the Game is “The Game is to be sold and not Told.” Thats because gold in the hands of a fool will only end up in the hands of a wise man, because real game a fool could never hold long enough to understand. For anything to be valued it has to be purchased and the game has to be valued so it lives on in the chosen few. The Pimp game works like a secret society and you get no game if you don’t pay the fee. You gotta pay to play, and then you’ll find your way. Not only will the game get you more women, the game will make you a man, once you understand that you either you play or get played. She’s playing to get paid and your playing to get laid, that’s why you’ll lose every time to her game. Flip the game on her head and always make sure you get paid to play. That’s Lesson #1. Now pay to play, and your life with women will never be the same, because now you have access to Real Game brought to you by “The” Professor of Pimpology! Enjoy! Heres Just A Few Of The Nearly 100 Lessons: The Pimp Game 101 The Principles of Pimping (Rules To The Game) How To Deal With Women To Gain The Advantage What Women Really Love (Clue: Its Not You!) Learn The Basic Nature Of ALL Women How A Woman Controls You And How To “Reverse The Game” How To Make a Woman Want To Submit How To Use Her Desires For Your Advantage How To Play “Hide the Di#k” And Win Learn The Only 4 Things Women Use Men For The Exact Psychology Behind Pimping (*The Sacred Pimp Pyramid Of Control*) And more..... Disclaimer: This book is not about using people or manipulating others, even if there are techniques listed to do so. The sole purpose of this book is to teach you some a few of the basic Psychology principles that pimps use to control prostitutes. This information is not opinion based and comes directly from the mouths of the greatest pimps in the game. Disclaimer: The author is not responsible for anyones influence to start Pimping after learning this information. This information is for educational purposes only!
Play Like a Girl
Author: Kate T. Parker
Publisher: Workman Publishing Company
ISBN: 1523511362
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 209
Book Description
Life lessons from the soccer field, from the bestselling author of Strong is the New Pretty. A bruised shin, a bloody nose. Racing across the field into the arms of your teammates. Leaping high to save a goal. Getting up at dawn to kick ball after ball into the net. Making friends for life. Teaching your younger sister how to dribble. Sharing cupcakes at practice on your birthday. Going to sleep in your jersey. That’s what it means to be fearless, dedicated, confident, resilient, proud, persistent. It doesn’t matter whether you’re 3 or 63––that’s what it means to play like a girl. “Kate T. Parker is my hero. She moves me. The whole world she has created moves me.”––Drew Barrymore
Publisher: Workman Publishing Company
ISBN: 1523511362
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 209
Book Description
Life lessons from the soccer field, from the bestselling author of Strong is the New Pretty. A bruised shin, a bloody nose. Racing across the field into the arms of your teammates. Leaping high to save a goal. Getting up at dawn to kick ball after ball into the net. Making friends for life. Teaching your younger sister how to dribble. Sharing cupcakes at practice on your birthday. Going to sleep in your jersey. That’s what it means to be fearless, dedicated, confident, resilient, proud, persistent. It doesn’t matter whether you’re 3 or 63––that’s what it means to play like a girl. “Kate T. Parker is my hero. She moves me. The whole world she has created moves me.”––Drew Barrymore
Golf All-in-One For Dummies
Author: The Experts at Dummies
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1118206320
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 672
Book Description
The fun way to get a grip on every aspect of golf Golf is a popular spectator sport, but for those who play it's a great source of low impact cardiovascular, strength, and aerobic exercise. In addition, golf is by nature a social game that provides the opportunity to meet new people. Golf All-In-One For Dummies shows you not only how to get the most physical benefit from a round of golf, but also the tools you need to truly enjoy the game. From perfecting your swing to avoiding injuries, the proven techniques presented in this book give you everything you need to have the time of your life every time you hit the links. The basics of golf Details on the latest golf equipment and technology Tips on how to improve the short game, including putting, chipping, and getting out of tough spots Rules and etiquette that every golfer needs to know Plans for keeping fit and designing workouts to improve your game Mental tricks and exercises to help you succeed Tips on grips, stances, and swings New tips from top players on how to improve your game Great new courses, tournaments, players who have changed the game, and a review of golf's greatest moments Whether you already have some golf experience or are completely new to the game, Golf All-In-One For Dummies will have you playing like a pro in no time.
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1118206320
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 672
Book Description
The fun way to get a grip on every aspect of golf Golf is a popular spectator sport, but for those who play it's a great source of low impact cardiovascular, strength, and aerobic exercise. In addition, golf is by nature a social game that provides the opportunity to meet new people. Golf All-In-One For Dummies shows you not only how to get the most physical benefit from a round of golf, but also the tools you need to truly enjoy the game. From perfecting your swing to avoiding injuries, the proven techniques presented in this book give you everything you need to have the time of your life every time you hit the links. The basics of golf Details on the latest golf equipment and technology Tips on how to improve the short game, including putting, chipping, and getting out of tough spots Rules and etiquette that every golfer needs to know Plans for keeping fit and designing workouts to improve your game Mental tricks and exercises to help you succeed Tips on grips, stances, and swings New tips from top players on how to improve your game Great new courses, tournaments, players who have changed the game, and a review of golf's greatest moments Whether you already have some golf experience or are completely new to the game, Golf All-In-One For Dummies will have you playing like a pro in no time.
Champions in the Classroom
Author: Penny Turrentine
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 147581822X
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 251
Book Description
Little has been written about the problems student-athletes encounter in attempting to balance their sports with the grueling demand for academic success in classrooms. As a resource guide for professionals, Champions in the Classroom offers a model and historical perspective for understanding the challenges faced by "student-athletes" while providing solutions and guidance to put the needed emphasis on "student." Penny Turrentine also provides a "Playbook," written in jargon that athletes understand, which offers students the methods for not only testing themselves but to easily understand their strengths and weaknesses. This book strives to conquer academic problems that student-athletes face and shows how to win in the classroom.
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 147581822X
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 251
Book Description
Little has been written about the problems student-athletes encounter in attempting to balance their sports with the grueling demand for academic success in classrooms. As a resource guide for professionals, Champions in the Classroom offers a model and historical perspective for understanding the challenges faced by "student-athletes" while providing solutions and guidance to put the needed emphasis on "student." Penny Turrentine also provides a "Playbook," written in jargon that athletes understand, which offers students the methods for not only testing themselves but to easily understand their strengths and weaknesses. This book strives to conquer academic problems that student-athletes face and shows how to win in the classroom.
Ant Dog's Street Tales
Author: An'Fearen "DA MACK"
Publisher: Fulton Books, Inc.
ISBN:
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 95
Book Description
Ant Dog's Street Tales are short stories of life choices. It's about being a leader, being misled, being betrayed, and how easy it is to be caught up in the streets. These stories are about you. These stories are about someone who knows. These stories are about someone that you love. When you live in the streets, you have a street tale. It's easy for me or you to tell a tale. Because the streets don't discriminate, it is what it is. The streets will lead you until you learn the streets. These stories are not about race or money. These stories tell how anyone can be destroyed if they live in the streets making dark choices. Will you be in one of the tales? We all have a dark story to tell.
Publisher: Fulton Books, Inc.
ISBN:
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 95
Book Description
Ant Dog's Street Tales are short stories of life choices. It's about being a leader, being misled, being betrayed, and how easy it is to be caught up in the streets. These stories are about you. These stories are about someone who knows. These stories are about someone that you love. When you live in the streets, you have a street tale. It's easy for me or you to tell a tale. Because the streets don't discriminate, it is what it is. The streets will lead you until you learn the streets. These stories are not about race or money. These stories tell how anyone can be destroyed if they live in the streets making dark choices. Will you be in one of the tales? We all have a dark story to tell.