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Zen Golf
- Mastering the Mental Game
- Narrated by: Dr. Joseph Parent
- Length: 4 hrs and 48 mins
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Publisher's Summary
Zen Golf offers a fresh perspective for golf and for life. Rather than focus on what's wrong with us (what's broken, flawed, or missing) we can take the attitude that there is something fundamentally, essentially right with us. Through mindful awareness, distractions and negativity can be recognized and cleared away.
Clear, concise, and enlightening, Zen Golf introduces a unique combination of modern psychology, Buddhist wisdom, and professional golf instruction. By applying classic insights and stories to the challenges of golf, Zen Golf shows you how to make your mind an ally instead of an enemy: how to stay calm, clear the interference that leads to poor shots, and eliminate bad habits and mental mistakes. Zen Golf shapes ancient philosophies into new teachings, leading golfers to the effortless focus and unconditional confidence of being in "the zone."
What the critics say
"Zen Golf is the best book at connecting the mind and golf together. It's for everyone, and you're really going to like it." (Vijay Singh)
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- Mat
- 2019-07-28
A Hippy Guide to Golf
The book was basically a ton of paraphrased teachings of Buddhism that he had just adjusted for golf... probably the best advice I got out of it is just have fun, don't take golf seriously unless your a pro and if you are a pro clear your mind and don't beat yourself up. It's a good mental check up but probably an easy skip If your looking for more then a refresher on mindfullness.
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- DJS
- 2023-10-06
some good tips to avoid the yips
calm down - read this if you've come off a bad round and then read it again.
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- Trevor
- 2023-01-20
Great book, has made an impact on my game.
I’d recommend it to anyone looking to master the mental game. I love the philosophical lens the author brings to this book.
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- Anonymous User
- 2022-08-26
Exactly what I needed
The book is exactly what I was looking for in my golf journey. I am in my 4th year playing and learning the swing and techniques and the mental part of the golf game was just the missing part of the puzzle. Thank you
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- S. J Naicker
- 2022-04-22
Fantastic way of thinking!!
Zen golf highlights the gems that we don’t always see in Golf and in Life! This audiobook offers pearls of wisdom that is so pertinent to life !
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- Anonymous User
- 2022-02-01
Must read for every golfer!
This audio book will not only improve your game it will improve your life! Must read for everyone especially young boys and girls inspiring to learn and enjoy this beautiful game we all love. Thank you Dr. Joseph Parent.
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- owen evans
- 2021-12-16
Great book
I will re-listen to this book. Lots of good advice to make the game more enjoyable.
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- Thumbs up 485
- 2021-11-13
worth the time to listen
This will help beginners and veterans alike. improving their game and joy
while on the journey
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- Rob
- 2019-03-24
A must for every golfer
this hits on one very important aspect of the game the biggest challenge is that we have on the course which is our mind. great information and great drills to work on to help improve the game.
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- Patrick
- 2004-05-16
All golfers read this book
No matter how many lessons, how many buckets of balls, regardless of handicap, every golfer needs to listen to this book. I had been playing ok, then took a lesson and hit my all-time low. I was heading to break 90 and then couldn't break 100 again. I had 20 swing thoughts every time I walked up to the ball - the lesson wasn't the problem, I was. Until you can take the lessons from this book - to be positive, to clear your mind, to be in the moment - I think it is very difficult to be a good golfer. I used to curse, pound the club into the ground, scream - only to make things worse for my game. This book has made all the difference for me. It is presented in a concise, instructive, calming way that can be applied to golf or life in general. The chapters are short, and it is easy to listen to in the car, on the way to work, anywhere! Golfers looking for that elusive next level will not be disappointed.
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- Jim
- 2004-10-30
Wouldn't have believed it...
Never having been much of a believer of the concept of Zen, I chose this book only after reading many articles about Phil Jackson's use of Zen in his coaching. I figured that the man has done some winning over the years so I'd give it a shot myself. I'm 47, have a 6 handicap, and figured what the heck, I've got nothing to lose in trying this for the fun of it. Well, let me tell you - this sceptic has been transformed! Since "reading" this book, my worst golf score has been a 1 over par for nine holes at the course I regularly play. The first time I went out to play after having finished 3/4s of the book, I shot the first 4 under I'd had in 15 years on 9 holes, and the first 5 under for the 18 I'd had in forever. I think this is the type of book that, if you truly listen to it closely, your going to find something there that will click for you as it did for me. Give it a try - you've nothing to lose except your high scores! I've become a believer.
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- Andy
- 2004-02-14
this can really help your game
This book does a great job of introducing principles of zen that are applicable not only to golf, but to your day to day life. Relative to your golf game, you learn some great techniques to help manage your swing, stroke and game. Moreover, for those listeners in the East, this is a great listen while the snow is still covering the fairways.
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- JWP
- 2018-06-29
Great book
Instantly helped my game. My playing partner in a match play event even commented about how loose and relaxed I looked during the round. Also shot my best round this year. Highly recommend.
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- Edward McConnell
- 2018-03-11
Great, not just for golf.
I was looking to figure out my mental game as an amateur pool player. Having grown up playing golf, I figured I could relate the two, as I already approach the two games in the same physical manner. I just finished this book, feel great, and am looking forward to applying the techniques taught within. The pace of the book is steady and methodical, much as it recommends you approach golf and life. Thank you for these insights.
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- Linda
- 2006-06-18
A Great book for Golfers
I bought this for my husband, who plays golf several days a week and has'nt been ejoying the game like he used to. I heard him telling his golfing buddy that it's the book that has really helped him improve his game dramatically.
And more importantly he's enjoying himself again.
He's also reccommended his friends listen to it.
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- matthew
- 2018-07-25
My 12th book on golf and this is the best!
I've read all of Bob Rotella books, Pyscho Cybernetics, etc and this is the best one yet. if you are wanting to improve the way you play while improving your life this is a must read.
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- Karla G. Stevens
- 2007-06-05
Till Zen...
"Zen Golf" is a well written, well read, informational work that could benefit every golfer, whether aspiring or pro. Take a deep breath - relax - and take the time to enjoy and implement these great practices.
- Until Zen, Enjoy
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- JHDW
- 2005-12-05
Great Audio it was my first purchase
The information in this audio can not only help your golf game but also help your life. With proper use and understanding.
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- Fletch
- 2005-06-30
Can save strokes and possibly a stroke, too.
As some have already said in their reviews, you wouldn't think applying Zen or Zen-like techniques to golf could make a difference. Let me tell you that at least for me and the rest of my foursome, it has. Not only has it made the game more pleasant (both in score and attitude) but it has helped reduce the frustration levels of the entire group. Get mad at yourself, someone in the group will tell you "don't be a bad caddy." When I make a double-bogey on the hardest hole on the course, I DO look at it as a "Zen par." You owe it to yourself to listen. After you do, pass it on to your playing partners. After they're done, listen to it again. Reinforcing the lessons helps.
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- FRANCK M
- 2023-11-18
Bon contenu qui mériterait un meilleur confort d’écoute
Le contenu est intéressant et complémentaire des ouvrages de Bob Rotella, avec un angle plus « philosophique » qui s’applique au golf et à la vie en général. Le son par contre est assez désagréable, on a l’impression d’avoir quelqu’un au bout d’un téléphone vieux de 40 ans.
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- richard dwyer
- 2021-03-21
Surprisingly wonderfully helpful
Very easy narrative with enjoyable anecdotes and Buddhist philosophy to help with our daily strategies and well being either on or off the golf course. Love running early in the morning listening to this, each day I found something new and useful. Great work thanks
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