Posted by Charlie King on Mon, Oct 20, 2008 @ 11:50 AM
With the turmoil in the economy and financial markets, it reminds me of how the mental side of golf teaches us the lessons that pertain to this seemingly difficult situation.
When you are 5 down in a match with 7 to play, do you give up or do you go through your routine and hit each shot the best you can to give yourself a chance to come back?
Do you have a routine in golf that gives you a chance to shoot the lowest score possible?
Do you have a routine or set of habits in life that allows you to get the most out of each day?
I have made it a point in my life since I was 25 to seek out the best coaches in the key areas for success: family, career, spiritual, physical, emotional, etc. The lessons learned and the habits I have developed serve me well in seemingly difficult times on the golf course, in business and in life. For those who are struggling, I recommend Tony Robbins' information on getting into a Peak State. This is a link to a recent appearance he had on the Today Show and it has some other links worth trying. No single human being has taught me more useful life habits than Tony Robbins. Also, the best and most practical sports psychologist in my opinion is Dr. Rick Jensen. He has a new book I recommend titled Drive to the Top.
With the financial meltdown's effect on virtually everybody, we need solutions and practical day to day tools, not negativity, whining and complaining. My question is, "How many times will each of us go through a 'crisis' in a lifetime?" The answer is: many times. We need to have effective ways of thriving even during the tougher times.
Respectfully submitted,
Charlie King