There has been a lot of buzz about mindfulness in recent years, but the truth is that it has been around for centuries. Although the theory and practice of mindfulness is rooted in Buddhist meditative traditions, today mindfulness is a clinically proven approach to developing mental health and controlling stress and pain. Utilising mindfulness for […]
7 Ways Music Can Improve Your Performance
There is substantial scientific evidence regarding the effects of music on mind and body. Music influences our emotions, performance, health and group behaviour. In fact, we are so saturated with music in our daily lives that we may take for granted, the power it can have if used strategically. Don’t believe me? Then take a […]
Pre-Performance Routines
Pre-performance routines can begin when you leave the house for the training or performance venue, or when you arrive. Everything before that is pre-event prep and is equally important, but not the focus here. Why Have Pre-Performance Routines? Pre-performance routines are a great mental warm up, and can be used to advantage in many sports, […]
Music and Performance Psychology
Summit Performance Psychology works with Musicians who are looking for the means to improve their musical performance and musical experience through training their minds. It is unfortunate that musicians do not have support from trained Music Psychologists to assist them with enjoying their music world more, coping with challenges and building mental toughness. Summit Performance […]
