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Over the last two years, I’ve turned away from the standard model of sport psychology — and psychological science more broadly. I became disillusioned with the mainstream approach, which tends to view people as flawed or incapable of guiding their own lives. This perspective implies that psychologists, armed with “superior” knowledge, should tell people how to think and feel in order to be happy. Yet an honest look at the scientific evidence suggests this approach is outdated and built on false assumptions about human nature.

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I believe we can do far better as a science — and as a profession — by embracing a more truthful understanding of what it means to be human, one that recognises our extraordinary intelligence. In fact, it’s precisely because we are so intelligent that we experience mental health challenges. We hold immense potential that naturally seeks fulfilment; when that potential is blocked, the mind becomes distressed — not because it is broken, but because it knows how great you can be if allowed to express your true nature. The pain you feel is your mind’s way of calling you home — back to your natural state, where your greatness can flow freely.

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Two years ago, I embarked on an ambitious journey to develop a new science of positive mental health — one that helps people heal naturally by learning to trust and use their own strengths. If you’re looking for an empowering, strengths-based alternative to traditional approaches — one that sees the best in you and supports your natural capacity to thrive — I’d love to hear from you.