Athlete’s Voices | The Zen of Sport: Mental Health, Wellness, and Social Connections
A thought provoking webinar speaker series episode that examines the role of sports in addressing, supporting and managing mental health challenges, emotional and physical well-being, and life transitions.
About This Resource
Our founder and CEO, clinical psychologist Dr. Jody Thomas has a frank discussion about mental health with Marcus Allen, the CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters, former Olympic track athlete Yvana Hepburn-Bailey, retired San Francisco 49er NFL player Brian Jennings, retired Baltimore Ravers NFL player Matthew Lawrence, and five-time USA Modern Pentathlon National Champion Samantha Shultz. You’ll be moved by the candor and honestly of these athletes, and how what happens on the field translates into life off the field.
Who Is This For
Any interested in learning more about mental health.
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