Circus Psychology: An Applied Guide to Thriving Under the Big Top

The book "Circus Psychology: An Applied Guide to Thriving Under the Big Top" is a valuable resource for nurturing the mental health of circus artists and enabling them to perform at their peak. It provides an evidence-based approach to understanding and supporting the mental well-being of circus professionals, covering topics such as mental health in the circus, optimizing the circus environment for thriving, and developing mental skills for success.

Format: Hardback
Length: 130 pages
Publication date: 01 August 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The lives of circus artists can be incredibly demanding, both mentally and physically. To help these talented individuals thrive under the big top, Dr. Fleur van Rens has written "Circus Psychology: An Applied Guide to Thriving Under the Big Top." This comprehensive guide is based on evidence and provides valuable insights into nurturing the mental health of circus artists while enabling them to perform at their peak.

The book is organized into three accessible sections:

Mental Health in Circus: This section introduces general mental health concepts and provides an in-depth understanding of the mental health challenges faced by circus artists. It explores the stress process, psychological resilience, and perfectionism, which can impact their well-being.

Optimizing the Circus Environment to Facilitate Thriving: This section offers practical advice on creating a psychologically safe and supportive environment for circus artists. It discusses the features of a psychologically healthy circus environment and provides strategies for promoting motivation, engagement, and talent development.

Mental Skills for Thriving in Circus: This section provides practical exercises and techniques for developing mental skills that are essential for success in the circus. It covers goal setting, self-talk, mental imagery, arousal regulation, and visual anticipation, among other valuable skills.

Written by a circus artist and lecturer in sport psychology, "Circus Psychology: An Applied Guide to Thriving Under the Big Top" is an essential resource for anyone passionate about the mental health of amateurs and professionals in the circus industry. The book offers valuable insights and practical strategies that can help artists maintain their mental well-being, cope with stress, and achieve their full potential.

Whether you are a circus performer, coach, or enthusiast, this book is a must-read for anyone who wants to support the mental health and well-being of those who dedicate their lives to the art of circus.

Dimension: 216 x 138 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032266343