J. Kip Matthews, PhD
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J. Kip Matthews, PhD
@drkipmatthews.bsky.social
Psychologist with interest / expertise in sport psychology and performance enhancement. Topic expert for media interviews. drkipmatthews.com akcconline.com
To unlock your potential with a growth mindset, try these things:
• See challenges as opportunities.
• Focus on effort, not perfection.
• Turn “I can’t do this” into “I can’t do this yet.”

What’s one challenge you can reframe today? Let me know!

#GrowthMindset #KeepGrowing #SportPsychology
January 16, 2025 at 10:54 PM
Pat Summitt was such a great coach and part of what made her so good was her coaching philosophy. #SportPsychology #Sport #Winning #Athletes
December 31, 2024 at 8:27 PM
Very astute observation by Luka. It's important to keep the love of the game alive.... regardless of how old we are or at what level we compete at.
December 27, 2024 at 4:20 PM
This Thanksgiving, let’s celebrate #gratitude — a game-changer for #athletes! Research has shown that gratitude strengthens bonds with coaches, fuels hope, and protects against #burnout. It builds resilience to overcome challenges on and off the field. #Thanksgiving #SportPsychology #Positivity
November 27, 2024 at 1:53 PM
#Youth #athletes aren’t just “mini-elites”—they need holistic support to thrive! We must equip them with skills for #sport and life, embed psychological support in their daily routines, and focus on long-term growth over short-term wins. This will build #resilience for success! #SportPsychology
November 26, 2024 at 3:11 PM
With #NIL becoming a part of the #NCAA landscape, what are ur thoughts about the #psychological impact on players, teammates, and coaches? Do #athletes who are offered lucrative NIL deals to attend a school feel more pressure? Do their teammates get jealous? Would love ur thoughts? #sportpsychology
November 22, 2024 at 2:54 PM
🛌 **Sleep Boosts Athletic Performance** 🏆

Research has shown that quality #sleep enhances strength, endurance, and reaction time for #athletes. Aim for 7–9 hours, and prioritize sleep hygiene to optimize recovery and reduce injury risk.

Read more insights here: shorturl.at/6Rg2f
November 15, 2024 at 4:04 PM
Effective coaching goes beyond tactics—it’s about empowering athletes mentally. Foster trust, build confidence, and create a supportive environment where mistakes are viewed as learning opportunities. A strong mindset + skilled coaching = #PeakPerformance. #SportPsychology #EffectiveCoaching
November 14, 2024 at 5:15 PM
Happy World Kindness Day
In sports, kindness isn’t a weakness—it’s a strength. Supporting teammates, showing self-compassion, and celebrating small wins reduce anxiety & boost confidence. Build a culture of kindness that empowers athletes to reach their potential! #WorldKindnessDay #SportPsychology
November 13, 2024 at 9:36 PM