Awareness and Nerves in Golf with help from Rupert Spira

In this episode of the Golf Practice Podcast, Andy Hayes, Pete Leinenweber, and Dasha Urbankova explore various themes surrounding golf, competition, and personal growth. They discuss the excitement of recording their first video podcast, reflect on experiences in competitive golf, and delve into the importance of questioning beliefs and understanding the connection between happiness and performance. The conversation also touches on the nature of awareness, the experience of nervousness in golf, and how to apply these insights to improve performance and well-being.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Tournament Highlights

03:16 Questioning Beliefs and Personal Growth

06:04 Exploring Happiness and Awareness

09:17 The Connection Between Scores and Self-Identity

12:21 Finding Peace Beyond Performance

15:05 The Role of the Mind in Golf and Life

21:27 Understanding the Mind's Mechanisms

22:20 Navigating Nerves in Golf

24:53 The Role of Expectations in Performance

30:07 Awareness and Self-Perception

36:33 Embracing Emotions and Natural Reactions