You Don't Rise to Goals, You Fall to Your Systems
As the author of Atomic Habits, James Clear has dedicated his work to studying the science of behavior change and how small habits can...
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Shantel Davis
- 5 days ago
- 3 min
Happy St. Patrick's Day
Almost thirty years ago, I married into a large Irish-Catholic family. I was not familiar with Irish traditions, yet I grew to love and...
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Shantel Davis
- 7 days ago
- 2 min
You Are More than What You Do
It is unfortunate that one of the distressing aspects of sports is the belief that a young athlete's value and worth are linked to their...
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Shantel Davis
- Mar 14
- 3 min
Practice Emotional Regulation
The challenges of being unable to regulate emotions are numerous for elite swimmers. For example, anxiety, fear, or anger can negatively...
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Shantel Davis
- Mar 10
- 2 min
The Wilderness Moment on the Way to Olympic Trials
In 2016, I was in a situation that seemed almost impossible to handle. I was just five weeks out from having a baby and traveling to...
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Shantel Davis
- Mar 8
- 2 min
The Practice of Letting Go
What is good for mental health? Let go. I was in Kansas yesterday and saw this lake. (Photo borrowed) The dead trees in the lake remind...
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Shantel Davis
- Feb 25
- 1 min
The Practice of Togetherness
What is good for mental health? Practice going together. I read once that a single draft horse can pull a load up to 8,000 pounds. Geez,...
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Shantel Davis
- Feb 24
- 2 min
How to Manage Anxiety as an Elite Swimmer
Anxiety is a common experience for many athletes, but it can be particularly challenging for swimmers who must perform in a highly...
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Shantel Davis
- Feb 24
- 1 min
The Practice of Presence
What is good for mental health? The practice of presence. Sometimes life puts us in unexpected places, and today I find myself sitting in...
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Shantel Davis
- Feb 23
- 2 min
The Practice of Forgiveness
Lenten Series What is good for mental health? Forgiveness In the Christian faith, forgiveness is emphasized as a key component of...
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Shantel Davis
- Feb 23
- 1 min
The Practice of Repairing
What is good for mental health? Repair. In therapy, emotional repair refers to the process of repairing and restoring emotional...
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Shantel Davis
- Feb 22
- 1 min
Practice of Giving Up Something
What is good for mental health? Give up something. Sometimes, giving up something can lead to a significant boost in mental wellness....
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Shantel Davis
- Feb 22
- 2 min
The Season of Sacrifice
The Lenten season, which takes place in the weeks leading up to Easter, is traditionally a time of reflection and self-discipline for...
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Shantel Davis
- Feb 22
- 3 min
Ultimate Swimmers Aren't Always Happy with Where They Are
Being part of a swim team can be a rewarding experience, but what happens when you start to feel discontent and feel like there might be...
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Shantel Davis
- Feb 22
- 2 min
Psychological Flexibility the Key to Peak Performance
As an elite swimmer, psychological flexibility is a crucial skill that can impact your performance, team experience, and overall mental...
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Shantel Davis
- Feb 22
- 1 min
The Practice of Listening to Understand
(Lenten Series) What is good for mental health? Listen to understand. One example of how Jesus listened to understand can be found in the...
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Shantel Davis
- Feb 21
- 1 min
A Journey Into the Wilderness.
Lenten Season Series What is good for mental health? A journey into the wilderness. One of the most powerful moments in Jesus’ ministry...
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Shantel Davis
- Feb 20
- 2 min
Ultimate Swimmers are Mindful of their Soul
Spirituality can be defined as a sense of connection to something greater than oneself and can include beliefs about the nature of the...
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Shantel Davis
- Feb 20
- 1 min
Understanding Your Hunger.
What is good for mental health? Understanding your hunger. Hunger can drive us to make choices that are not in our best interests, both...
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Shantel Davis
- Feb 19
- 1 min
Practice of Identifying Your Values
What is good for mental health? Identifying your values. Did you know that identifying your values is key to improving your mental...
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