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BBC Radio Kent – Andy Murray Retires

Exciting News: Discussing Andy Murray’s Retirement on BBC Radio Kent I am delighted to share my interview with Dominic King on BBC Radio Kent where we discussed the significant topic of Andy Murray’s retirement from tennis at the Olympic Games. This interview holds a special place in my heart as it encapsulates my professional journey with Andy and over 15 …

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BBC Radio Surrey – Andy Murray final farewell at the Olympics

Reflecting on Andy Murray’s Legacy and Retirement It was a pleasure to be invited again to discuss psychological matters and well-being with the BBC. Today, I spoke with Adam Dowling on BBC Radio Surrey about Andy Murray’s incredible legacy and his impending retirement as he prepares for the Paris Olympics, announcing this will be his final farewell. Andy Murray has …

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BBC Radio Scotland – Andy Murray. What’s next?

Great to be invited again this week to speak with the BBC; today, an interview with BBC Radio Scotland and Andrew Blagg. We discussed the recent news of Andy Murray pulling out of Wimbledon singles following an operation and looked at what’s next for GB’s No. 1 tennis star. Andy Murray’s decision to withdraw from Wimbledon singles comes after a …

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BBC Rado Kent – The Psychology of England at The Euros

Today, I had the pleasure of speaking with Dominic King on BBC Radio Kent, where I shared insights on the psychology surrounding the criticism faced by the England Football Team and Gareth Southgate. As the BBC’s go-to performance psychologist and author of the FA Guide to Psychology in Football, my advice remains: block out the critics and stick to the …

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BBC Radio Kent: Jogging makes you angry – seriously?

It’s was  great to be back on BBC Radio Kent with Dominic King to discuss the unexpected link between jogging and anger. Recent research has revealed some surprising findings – jogging might not always be the stress reliever we think it is! Join us as we explore the psychology behind this phenomenon and discuss practical strategies for managing emotions during …

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BBC Radio 4: The effectiveness goal-setting and visualisation

Unveiling the Power of Goal Setting and Visualization: Insights from BBC Radio 4 Interview This morning, I enjoyed joining Karthi Gnanasegaram on BBC Radio 4, delving into the captivating world of goal setting and visualization. The short conversation explored sports psychology, dissecting why and how these practices are instrumental in achieving success. Here’s a sneak peek into our discussion and …

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BBC Radio Berkshire: Dealing with adversity

Navigating Storms: Insights from My BBC Radio Berkshire Interview on Handling Adversity in Sport Introduction: In the ever-evolving world of sports, the ability to thrive in adversity often separates champions from the rest. Recently, I had the privilege of discussing this critical topic on BBC Radio Berkshire with the remarkable Sarah Walker. Our conversation was sparked by the challenging situation …

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BBC Radio5 Live speaking with Naga Munchetty on what it takes to be a winner

🏆 Unpacking the Champion’s Blueprint: Insights from BBC Radio Five Live Interview 🏆 Today, I had the privilege of joining Naga Munchetty on BBC Radio Five Live to dissect the essence of what makes a true champion, particularly in light of Novak Djokovic’s remarkable 24th Grand Slam victory at the US Open at the age of 36. 🎾 We embarked …

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BBC Radio Scotland talking about Andy Murray’s Wimbledon hopes

As Andy Murray approaches the twilight of his playing career, this extraordinary performer can look forward to Wimbledon eagerly. Two factors will determine how well he does – one in his control and the other not so much. Within his control is his mindset, an area that has brought its challenges to Andy in his younger days, and as Paul …

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BBC Radio Scotland: The psychology of revenge

Lovely to be invited to speak woth Fiona Stalker o BBC Radio Scotland again The Long-Term Effects of RevengeEven though the first few moments feel rewarding in the brain, psychological scientists have found that instead of quenching hostility, revenge prolongs the unpleasantness of the original offence. Instead of delivering justice, revenge often creates only a cycle of retaliation. Steve Bruce and …