Texas Center for Sport Psychology

12/08/2025

Every breakthrough starts with a choice.

When young athletes choose to act—whether it’s working on their mindset, their habits, or their skills—tenacity becomes their greatest ally.

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12/06/2025

"People love to call it “luck,” but young athletes know better. Luck is simply the moment all those quiet reps—done when no one was cheering—finally meet an opportunity big enough to show the work." Dr. J

12/02/2025

Give the gift of mental toughness - the habits your young athlete builds today will shape their destiny for years to come.

This holiday season, give them a gift that actually transforms their game: the Gettin’ Gritty Journal. For $25 OPPS, just $20, get both the hard copy and the digital version, so they can start training their mindset immediately.

Help a young or adult athlete build the habits that create champions.
Order today or by December 11th in time for Christmas. https://bit.ly/BuyGGJournal

12/01/2025

What separated champions decades ago still separates them now: steady minds, steady focus, and the grit to push through moments of doubt.

11/30/2025

The world sees the spotlight. Few see the strain.

When an 18-year-old signs an $8 million contract, everyone cheers. But behind every headline was a younger athlete suddenly carrying the weight of pressure, perfectionism, and public judgment.

Today’s players aren’t just competing on the field — they’re performing under a microscope. Every move recorded. Every mistake replayed. Every comment is analyzed.

Dr. Julie “Dr. J” Wiernik, sport psychologist and founder of Gettin’ Gritty, helps athletes build the inner resilience to handle success without losing themselves.

“If you want your child to go far, teach them it’s okay to fail.” – Dr. Julie Wiernik

Because perfection doesn’t create greatness — perspective does. And learning to balance ambition with self-compassion is what keeps athletes thriving, not just winning.

⚡ Ready to explore the mental side of sports?
Read the blog: www.gettingritty.com/pressure-perfectionism-success

11/29/2025

Train Your Mind Like You Train Your Body

You train your body every day — strength, speed, repetition.
But what about your mind? Most athletes don’t realize they’re leaving 50% of their potential untapped — in their mindset.

Too often, mental training is ignored — treated like something that “just happens.”
That’s why Dr. Julie “Dr. J” Wiernik is changing the game.

“Every top-tier athlete, from local to Olympic level, trains their mind as hard as their body.” – Dr. Julie Wiernik

Her Mental Fundamentals series makes mental training simple and accessible — 20 short, powerful video lessons to build confidence, focus, and resilience that lasts.

Whether you’re an athlete, coach, or parent, these lessons bridge the gap between talent and mental toughness.

Because true performance isn’t just physical — it’s psychological.
And every athlete deserves to feel confident when it counts.

Read the full blog and get access to her Getting Gritty program: https://bit.ly/BlogYoungAthletes

Discover how the Mental Fundamentals are transforming the way athletes train — from the inside out.

11/29/2025

True grit and courage. Find your passion and be a hero. Life is short. No excuses.

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11/28/2025

Let’s keep sports in perspective.  Mental health is extremely complicated and sports are fun. Going to war is not.   Hurt people hurt people and remember that a lot of our military professionals are wounded mentally not just physically. Real sacrifice and courage knowing that you may or may not come home and many have lost their teammates, forever.  Truly thankful and grateful for our service members who go to war for us and fight for our freedom.

11/27/2025

Take a moment and share just one thing that you are grateful for.

11/26/2025

The Missing Coach -Every athlete has a coach for their swing, stride, and strength.
But who’s coaching their mind?

Athletes are told to “shake it off,” “stay focused,” and “be confident.”
But nobody teaches them how.

That’s where mental training comes in — the missing link between talent and true performance.

“Everyone takes ground balls — but who’s teaching them how to take a mental one?” – Dr. Julie Wiernik

🎯 Start training the mental game today.
Read the blog and then sign up for Dr. J’s Mental Fundamentals video series and see why mindset is the most important muscle you’ll ever train.

https://bit.ly/BlogMentalTrainingKey

Physical skill gets you in the game, but mental skill keeps you there. Every athlete needs mental training just as much as strength and conditioning.