How do we Build our Mental Health? In a previous blog, we have already discussed what is Mental Health. Lets recap: What actually is Mental health? The Vedas (ancient texts) give an easy definition of mental health. “Mental health, means a mind free from all kinds of physiological diseases in the form of fear, anxiety, stress, strain, worry, anger, jealousy, inferiority complex.” They suggest that mental health can be maintained by applying the formula of physical health to mental health. So the question is;  How do we Build our Mental Health? We all wish to be FIT, mentally fit. What is ..read more

Since the start of the Corona virus and the opening of lockdowns all over the world, the topic of mental health of sportspersons has taken the spotlight. Top international sportspersons in Tennis, Athletics, Gymnastics and in fact in all sports have spoken out, about how badly they have been affected. The Olympics-2020 being now held in Japan, has brought to the forefront once again the topic of mental health. Mental health seems to be taking too much of a toll on sportspersons. Some strong enough are able to bring it to the attention of others. Many not strong enough are unable to confront it ..read more

Sportspersons must learn to use the Mind as an instrument. Like using any instrument, such as a tennis racquet, cricket bat, golf club or your hands to throw a touchdown or legs to kick a football or your body to do gymnastics. So the instrument could be a racquet, or a bat or a golf club, which the hands use to perform an action, or the hands themselves which are used to throw a touch down pass or the legs to kick a ball or the body which is used to perform intricate gymnastic routines. All of these instruments are used to improve the skills related to them. Each is used differently, yet it i ..read more

How do we Build our Mental Health? In a previous blog, we have already discussed what is Mental Health. Lets recap: What actually is Mental health? The Vedas (ancient texts) give an easy definition of mental health. “Mental health, means a mind free from all kinds of physiological diseases in the form of fear, anxiety, stress, strain, worry, anger, jealousy, inferiority complex.” They suggest that mental health can be maintained by applying the formula of physical health to mental health. So the question is;  How do we Build our Mental Health? We all wish to be FIT, mentally fit. What is ..read more

Since the start of the Corona virus and the opening of lockdowns all over the world, the topic of mental health of sportspersons has taken the spotlight. Top international sportspersons in Tennis, Athletics, Gymnastics and in fact in all sports have spoken out, about how badly they have been affected. The Olympics-2020 being now held in Japan, has brought to the forefront once again the topic of mental health. Mental health seems to be taking too much of a toll on sportspersons. Some strong enough are able to bring it to the attention of others. Many not strong enough are unable to confront it ..read more

Sportspersons must learn to use the Mind as an instrument. Like using any instrument, such as a tennis racquet, cricket bat, golf club or your hands to throw a touchdown or legs to kick a football or your body to do gymnastics. So the instrument could be a racquet, or a bat or a golf club, which the hands use to perform an action, or the hands themselves which are used to throw a touch down pass or the legs to kick a ball or the body which is used to perform intricate gymnastic routines. All of these instruments are used to improve the skills related to them. Each is used differently, yet it i ..read more

From the topic 7 Healthy Habits for Sportspersons, we understood that the first healthy habit is ‘A Life of Discipline’. All sportspersons are actually sure that to be successful the word ‘Discipline’ must be carved into stone. ‘Discipline’ has got several meanings, but here I am using the word ‘Discipline’ in a particular sense. That is, developing the habit of planning and executing the chosen action. All thoughtless actions will lead to adverse consequences, which will affect the sports performance. So detailed planning and preparation, towards your food habits, exercise schedule, resting s ..read more

From the topic 7 Healthy Habits for Sportspersons, we understood that the first healthy habit is ‘A Life of Discipline’. All sportspersons are actually sure that to be successful the word ‘Discipline’ must be carved into stone. ‘Discipline’ has got several meanings, but here I am using the word ‘Discipline’ in a particular sense. That is, developing the habit of planning and executing the chosen action. All thoughtless actions will lead to adverse consequences, which will affect the sports performance. So detailed planning and preparation, towards your food habits, exercise schedule, resting ..read more

Concentration is defined as being able to focus the mind on a thing and hold it steadily there without letting it wander. Our thoughts are scattered all over the place, they are very weak because they are scattered. We have to learn the techniques to be able to stop our thoughts from wandering. What are those techniques? PROPER EFFORT Concentration is achieved with proper effort invested into learning how to concentrate. How does a child learn to walk, run etc. The child try’s and try’s and try’s again and again. First she learns to crawls, then she with the help of some support ( like a tab ..read more

Seven healthy habits for sports persons are being highlighted in this article. These are especially to be followed in the ongoing time of the Covid-19 Crisis. Following them would ensure highest productivity from the days, weeks and months to come, before all goes back to normal. That doesn’t mean that they can be avoided after things get back to normal. However, sports persons capable of following them during these not usual days would see some incredible results! 1. Discipline   To be successful the word ‘Discipline’ must be carved into stone for a sportspersons. ‘Discipline’ has got ..read more