Safety in Discomfort
In a recent meeting with one of our clients, we sat down to better understand their goals and the team dynamic. Naturally, trust and psychological…
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Performance Follows People
Most Team Challenges Start with People, and So Does the Solution When something feels off in a team—whether it’s tension in conversation, unclear communication, or…
Healthy Hive
We are wired for connection. From our biology to our psychology, belonging is essential to our well-being and our survival. A sense of meaning and sha…
Partners for Sustainable Growth: How EMI and Behavioral Essentials Work Hand-in-Hand
Awareness: The Key to Unlocking Team and Business Growth At Extra Mile Institute (EMI), we believe that sustainable growth is not just about individual progress—it’s…
Why Your Off-Season Matters: A Coach’s Opportunity to Recharge and Grow
As a coach, you’ve probably told yourself:“I need to put my athletes first.” “There’s no time for breaks in this job.” But the off-season—or even…
Supporting Therapy Through a Proactive Approach
Mental illness is on the rise, affecting nearly 1 in every 4 Americans. Thus, millions are turning to therapy to find the support they need.…
A Unique, Additive Approach to Sport Psychology
Traditional sport psychology has recently become a cornerstone in enhancing athletic performance, emphasizing mental skills training, emotional regulation techniques, and cognitive restructuring. Such sport psychology…
An Integrative and Sustainable Approach to Leadership and Professional Development
Leadership training and professional development (LTPD) programs are highly sought after initiatives to enhance team and organizational performance. Below we outline the what, the who, and the how of…
From What If to What Is
If you find yourself stuck in recurring what if thoughts, try writing down your current reality and what it’s teaching you, or what you’re learnin…
Tyranny of the Urgent
This month’s blog invites you to explore the tension between urgency and importance. In a world that rewards speed and constant responsiveness, it…