High performance psychologist Dr. Michael Gervais was featured in the story "Lotus Pose on Two" in ESPN Magazine. The article delves into the philosophies of Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll, which includes meditation, yoga and Neurotopia brain-performance testing for the players. The Seahawks also have staff that are designed to look out for players, including a director of health and performance, a liaison between players and management, and a life consultant/addiction counselor.

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