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Getting Unstuck - The 7 Transformational Practices for Golf Nerds - Tim O’Connor #331

Nov 1, 2024

Tim O’Connor, a golf coach and author known for 'Getting Unstuck: The Seven Transformational Practices for Golf Nerds', shares transformative insights on the mental and spiritual sides of golf. They explore how golf reflects one’s true self and the liberating nature of trusting natural movements over technical constraints. O’Connor discusses the power of journaling for self-discovery, drawing parallels between golf and emotional clarity. With humor and depth, he emphasizes the joy of swinging freely and connecting authentically with the game.

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Intro

00:00 • 4min

Embracing Natural Movement in Golf: Insights and Inspirations

03:46 • 3min

The Spiritual Dimensions of Golf

07:07 • 9min

The Power of Journaling in Golf

15:47 • 7min

Breaking Free from Golf Swing Overthinking

22:52 • 4min

Unlocking the Mind in Golf

27:13 • 24min

Transformational Practices for Golf Enthusiasts

51:39 • 7min

In this episode, Karl welcomes back Tim O'Connor to discuss Tim's new book, 'Getting Unstuck: The Seven Transformational Practices for Golf Nerds'.

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They explore the extended life of their reciprocal conversations across their podcasts, touch on the captivating photo on the book's cover, and dive deep into the five components of golf: physical, technical, mental, emotional, and spiritual.

Tim shares insights on the spiritual dimension of golf, his experience as a coach, and the philosophy that golf is a portal to understanding oneself.

They also discuss the benefits of journaling, both in golf and life, along with the idea of trusting one's innate abilities over strict methodologies.

With references to golf legends like Fred Shoemaker and figures like Bruce Lee, they highlight how deeper understanding and spiritual connection can enrich one's game and life.

The conversation also touches on how Tim's podcast, Swing Thoughts, co-hosted with Howard, dives into similar themes with a blend of humor and authenticity. 00:00 Opener

• 04:45 Introduction and Guest Welcome

• 05:08 Discussing the Book ‘Getting Unstuck’

• 07:47 The Spiritual Side of Golf

• 15:52 The Power of Journaling

• 25:24 The ‘Don’t Give a Shit’ Swing

• 30:00 Exploring Different Approaches to Golf

• 30:49 The Power of Personal Experience in Learning Golf

• 32:38 Mo Norman: A Self-Taught Golf Legend

• 34:36 The Importance of Feeling in Golf

• 39:25 Learning Through Experience: Skateboarding and Golf

• 42:14 The Deeper Wisdom in Golf and Life

• 49:34 The Role of Mission and Grounding in Golf

• 51:31 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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