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Arnold Palmer never lost his composure under pressure. Even when he had one of his world-famous collapses, Arnie kept his cool. Perhaps his ability to keep a level head made him an all-time great, more so than his great physical skills. Arnie thinks so, and has remarked, "What separates the great players from the good ones is not so much ability as brain power and emotional equilibrium." Arnie is talking about a secret to success that has been recognized as far back as ancient Greece. The Greek philosophers taught the ability to value fortune and disaster in the same light. They cherished a tempered balance and believed qualities such as self-mastery and self-control were essential for a prosperous life. Self control and a high level of emotional intelligence are essential ingredients in playing smart golf, which by nature is a demanding sport that requires the utmost precision. To be precise on the golf course, you must remain cool, calm and collected. If you get too pumped and excited after a good shot, you can power your next shot over the green. If you get too upset following a miscue, your muscles will tense up - and that's a recipe for disaster. In addition, drastic emotional swings can negatively affect your concentration. The key to playing your best is to act like Arnie under pressure - with harmony, balance and dignity, all the time. SG From "Mind Your Practice" by Gregg Steinberg, who can be reached at mentalrules24@msn.com. |
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