Maintaining good mental health is just as important to me as my physical health when it comes to performance. I try to be diligent in practising positive habits which I know improve my mood & well-being. A big part of this is being honest and open with my family & friends. I have made an effort over the last number of years to discuss any worries or anxieties I have with those around me & I encourage them to do the same with me. I truly believe in what Carl Rogers says “What is most personal is most universal”. It requires courage & can be tricky initially but the more you do it, the easier & more beneficial it becomes.