Everything Athletes - Mental Health for Competitors

Managing Uncertainty in Injury

Episode Summary

In this follow-up episode, Kim offers 3 pieces of advice to help you cope during injury. Acknowledging your situation and feelings, offering gratitude for the health you do have and finding an alternative stress outlet are a few coping mechanisms athletes can engage in today. contact@everythingathletes.com

Episode Notes

Injury is never fun. Uncertainty in your period of injury is what makes you feel like you're sitting in purgatory. The total uncertainty of how things are going to heal, feel and play out feels crippling. 

Learn how to effectively cope during your period of injury by acknowledging your feelings, expressing gratitude for the health you do have and finding an alternative stress outlet. Proactively manage your mental health during a vulnerable period of injury will set you up for emotional well-being.