Imagine (or reflect on) one of the most difficult times of your life. It’s difficult, confusing, and you know something is not right. You’re deep in pain. Now imagine that this time in your life is (in part) displayed for the whole world to see- on social media. Imagine people “commenting” the most hurtful, misdirected … Continue reading Judgement, Compassion and Kanye West
Author: Dr. Gloria Petruzzelli
Dr. Petruzzelli is clinical sport psychologist and certified mindfulness meditation teacher located in Sacramento, California. She works with elite athletes and sport teams across the country. She is competitive athlete herself and enjoys practicing yoga, spending time with her family and traveling.
Mental Health Resources For Black Student-Athletes
To the Black student-athletes, coaches, colleagues, and community. I see you. I hear you. I support you. You matter. I am dedicated to amplifying your voices, educating myself on your lived experiences, and standing against systematic racism and bigotry, both now and moving forward. It is our duty to create an equitable and inclusive environment. … Continue reading Mental Health Resources For Black Student-Athletes
How Coaches & Administrators Can Be Allies to Black Student-Athletes (graphic)
I hope this message finds you all safe and well. Please review this important message on how to support black student-athletes and student-athletes of color. Now more than ever we must continue our work and ongoing efforts to support the Black communities. -Dr. P
It’s Not “If”, It’s “When”
It is not “if it will happen.” It IS “when it will happen.” I think triathletes are uniquely conditioned to handle situations that delay gratification. I say “conditioned,” because over the course of time and training you are also conditioning your mind whether you realize it or not. For what? Persistence, grit, discipline, and small … Continue reading It’s Not “If”, It’s “When”
Doing The Work: Two FREE Workbooks to Develop Resiliency and Thrive
It goes without saying that social distancing has been difficult for us all. In California, we are about 8 weeks in shelter-in-place. In my line of work where I love to work with athletes in-person I have been challenged to modify the way I work to support, help, and guide the student-athletes in the best … Continue reading Doing The Work: Two FREE Workbooks to Develop Resiliency and Thrive
How to Thrive During Times of Uncertainty (podcast)
I had the opportunity to speak with Bethany Crouch from the Sac State Student Athlete Resource Center and our student-athletes last week over Zoom. Here is the conversation created into a great podcast by Bethany! Summary: “Conversation with Bethany Crouch from the SARC and Dr. Gloria Petruzzelli, our Sports Psychologist on navigating uncertainty, making the best … Continue reading How to Thrive During Times of Uncertainty (podcast)
