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The Power of Connection: Lessons from Dogs and Children
So, I've been dog-sitting my daughter's two adorable cocker spaniels, Oliver and Barry, and let me tell you, these pups are all about...

Shantel Cornelius Davis
Jun 5, 20232 min read
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How to Manage Breakups
Spring is a magical time of the year when everything around us seems to come alive. Flowers begin to bloom, and the world is transformed...

Shantel Cornelius Davis
Apr 20, 20235 min read
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What if I Make the Wrong Decision?
With graduation season in full swing, there are many things to consider and numerous decisions to be made. In May, I have a son...

Shantel Cornelius Davis
Apr 11, 20232 min read
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Are You Prepared to Retire? Athletes Must Invest Now.
Retirement from swimming is an emotional and physical rollercoaster. Elite swimmers dedicate years to training their bodies and minds to...

Shantel Cornelius Davis
Apr 6, 20232 min read
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Disorder Eating. Eating Disorders
Swimming is an incredible sport that requires a lot of hard work and dedication. But let's be real, it also involves squeezing into a...

Shantel Cornelius Davis
Apr 3, 20232 min read
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The Secret to Mental Toughness. Kill the ANTs on Deck!
Call in the exterminator and build mental toughness! A while back, I was invited to speak to a group of athletes at a sports camp. It got...

Shantel Cornelius Davis
Mar 30, 20234 min read
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Burnout, It's Real.
I'm excited to chat with you today about burnout, what it really means, the symptoms to keep an eye out for, and most importantly, how to...

Shantel Cornelius Davis
Mar 28, 20233 min read
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Is it Healthy to Push Through an Injury to Finish?
Standing just 4’8” tall, Kerri Strug was a little gymnastics dynamo from Arizona who won a team bronze medal at the 1992 Barcelona...

Shantel Cornelius Davis
Mar 23, 20233 min read
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Does My Child Have Anxiety?
I often work with young swimmers who struggle with anxiety. Anxiety is a common condition that can affect a child's ability to perform...

Shantel Cornelius Davis
Mar 22, 20233 min read
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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...

Shantel Cornelius Davis
Mar 15, 20232 min read
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Practice Emotional Regulation
The challenges of being unable to regulate emotions are numerous for elite swimmers. For example, anxiety, fear, or anger can negatively...

Shantel Cornelius Davis
Mar 14, 20233 min read
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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...

Shantel Cornelius Davis
Feb 22, 20232 min read
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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...

Shantel Cornelius Davis
Feb 19, 20231 min read
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Practice being Quiet
What is good for mental health? Quiet. When you take time to be quiet, you give yourself space to unpack your thoughts and emotions. You...

Shantel Cornelius Davis
Feb 18, 20231 min read
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