My Dream Time. A memoir of tennis and teamwork by Ash Barty
In My Dream Time, Ash Barty reflects on her journey from a young tennis player in Queensland to becoming world number one and a three-time Grand Slam champion. She writes openly about pressure, identity, resilience, family and the importance of staying grounded beyond results. Barty also explores the influence of her team, including mindset coach Ben Crowe, who helped her separate personal worth from performance and approach competition with greater clarity, perspective and self-belief.
Tall Tales: What the Whiteboard Never Taught Me, Chris Anstey
Chris Anstey, former NBA player and Australian Olympic basketballer, coach and author, shares stories and lessons drawn from a life in elite sport, coaching and leadership. Each chapter begins with a word, followed by a reflection on the lesson it represents, before moving into the story that brought that lesson to life. Woven throughout the book are valuable insights into mindset, making it an engaging read for anyone interested in the thinking that shapes performance, growth and life beyond sport.
The Mindful Athlete - Secrets to peak Performance - By George Mumford
In The Mindful Athlete, George Mumford explores how mindfulness can support focus, resilience and peak performance. Drawing on his work with elite athletes, including Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant, he also brings Buddhist philosophy into the discussion, particularly ideas around awareness, presence, non-attachment and responding rather than reacting. The book connects mindfulness, mindset and sport in a practical and accessible way.
This insightful book explores how mindfulness can enhance learning by reducing stress and improving brain performance. Dr. Craig Hassed and Dr. Richard Chambers offer practical techniques to boost focus, memory, and cognitive function, making it an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to improve their learning effectiveness. With a focus on both mental clarity and emotional well-being, the book highlights mindfulness as a powerful tool for personal and academic success.