One of the most interesting and ground-breaking areas of developing skills for the inner golf game is the influence of philosophical mind sciences (especially those from Asia).
To provide some good background on this area and its role in practise or game strategies, check out this 3-minute video, which features a program run by respected teachers of philosphy and Asian spiritual concepts, including Deepak Chopra, who himself has discovered the power of these in refining the game of golf. Chopra introduces some challenging ideas which will demonstrate the potential of this approach and help you decide if it might be for you.
After you’ve watched the video, check out the book titles included below written by Chopra and Joe Parent, a popular tutor and author in this area of golf also featured in the video.
A copy of the DVD mentioned in the video is available from the producer’s website.
Recommended reading:
Golf For Enlightenment by Deepak Chopra
By the recognised leader in mind-body medicine, this is the fable of Adam Seaver, an ordinary person with a terrible game who meets a mysterious young teaching pro named Wendy who, in seven crisp, short yet profound lessons, teaches him things that seem baffling at first: You and the ball are one; Find the now, and you will find the shot; Let the game play you.
From the moment they begin to put these lessons into practice, what was previously a humiliation turns into a transforming experience, not just for Adam’s score but for his whole life.
Zen Golf: Mastering the Mental Game by Joe Parent
In his highly original and groundbreaking book, noted PGA coach and Buddhist instructor, Dr. Joseph Parent, draws on this natural connection and teaches golfers how to clear their minds, achieve ultimate focus, and play in the moment for each shot.
