By Roseanna Leaton
Are you one of those people who cannot stop yourself from throwing a tantrum, or your club, when the golf ball goes off on a "frolic of it's own"? In your defense, I'm sure that you only respond in this way because you care about your game. I wish I had a dollar for every time I have heard this particular line of defense used by a golfer attempting to justify his bad behavior!
I'm sorry if I appear sexist here in my assumption that this is a "male thing" but it does tend to be mainly men who suffer from such outbursts on the course. Perhaps this is because traditionally men are more competitive in nature, or because they are more concerned about another's opinion of their performance. Maybe this is in the male gene pool, dating back to when we lived in caves, and it was massively important then for the male to perform well. Perform or do not survive.
Certainly, many golfers act as if their life depended on that last shot. A stray ball dents ones pride and ones confidence. It affects you at a very personal level. And the memory of that stray shot goes round and round in your mind, haunting you and taunting you on its way. The rest of the game is ruined as you stomp from hole to hole, head down, muttering obscenities under your breath. The anger induced tension ruins not just your equilibrium and enjoyment of this fantastic game, but it ruins your focus and rhythm too.
A negative cycle of effect ensues. The tense rhythm of your swing snakes its way down your club from hands to shaft to club face...and the ball shoots off in strange and unexpected directions. Yet this shouldn't really be unexpected. It is the natural effect of anger. When angry, not only are you restricted by tension, you cannot think clearly, you cannot focus, your mental capacity is restricted and imprisoned by your pent up emotions.
And in golf, you have to think clearly and focus upon what you want to happen. You have to relax and swing freely and mentally direct your ball towards the hole. Golf balls do as they are told. If you direct then in an angry manner, they will respond in a fierce and angry way!
So what can you do to stop getting angry on the golf course? There are many mental skills involved in playing great golf, and if you do not learn them your golf will never be that great. You can learn to take a step back, dissociate from the emotion and calm both mind and body. This is an art, and one which everyone can learn. You can learn to turn a blind eye to those shots which didn't turn out exactly as you had hoped; you can learn to erase these negative memories from your golfing mind. You can learn to replace these thoughts and images with ones which are far more productive. You can learn to focus clearly and block out unnecessary distractions.
There are as many mental skills to be learned in golf as shots to play. And the key to them all is hypnosis. Hypnosis is a state of relaxation and focus. It is a state which allows easy learning and greater creativity. In learning to use hypnosis you also learn to change state in a moment, to switch from anger to calmness.
Ninety percent of great golf is in your mind, and hypnosis is the key to your inner mind. Try it for yourself - you can get a free hypnosis download from my website.
Roseanna Leaton, specialist in golf hypnosis downloads to stop you getting angry on the golf course.
With a degree in psychology and qualifications in hypnotherapy, NLP and sports psychology, and a great passion for golf, Roseanna Leaton is one of the leading golf psychologists. You can get a free hypnosis download from http://www.roseannaleaton.com/ and view the GolferWithin golf hypnosis CDs and downloads.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Roseanna_Leaton
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Sunday, July 5, 2009
Thursday, July 2, 2009
Gift Ideas for a Memorable Retirement
By Angelique Ellerman
When looking for retirement gifts it's important to find gifts that reflect the individual's interests, hobbies or favorite pastimes. Sure plaques and trophies are a nice way to recognize years of excellent service, but those are the kind of gifts that corporations will end up giving. Gifts are always appreciated more when it's something that they'll actually use and that brings joy and relaxation into their lives.
When someone enters retirement, they suddenly have all this free time on their hands. Some people already know how they'll begin enjoying retirement; other's may take a little more time to adjust and are not quite sure retirement is such a good idea. Gifts that remind them of a prestigious career for example: teaching, lawyers, executives, doctors, judges, coaches or law enforcement, can often help with the transition and there are lots of unique gifts ideas to choose from that are career orientated. Getting gifts that help them pursue their interests will also help; if they played golf for example: there are a lot of golfing accessories which can be anything from monogrammed ball markers to a new personalized golf bag or a yardage finder. Other ideas could be a membership to a golf club, personalized golf balls or even a humorous gift like golfing lessons gives them something to look forward to. Anther example would be the military: there are patriotic paperweights, U.S. military rings, watches and other jewelry; they even make patriotic poker sets, beer mugs and throw blankets.
Gifts can be funny or inspirational too. There are T-shirts, sweatshirts, hats and pillows available with witty sayings and funny pictures. Also available are unique doormats, mouse pads and picture frames that have humorous retirement sayings and meaningful poems that will remind them of your friendship. Encourage them to relax with a comfortable and charming bed rest that enables a person to sit up comfortably while sitting in bed reading or watching TV. The bed rest also includes handy pockets for magazines and books or the TV remote. Or inspire them to look to the stars with a new telescope.
Ideas that are unique are often the most fun for example: A Day Clock has days of the week instead of numbers, because the person retiring doesn't have to worry about time anymore, they only have to know what day it is. Personalized items are very unique and can be anything nowadays. Items like: a beer mug, decanter set, deluxe chess set, personalized bar room sign or professional poker chip set. Other ideas include a day at the spa or salon, passport covers, watch box or valet tray, leather blackberry, Ipod or CD case, gift baskets, travel manicure sets, garment bags or even a sit 'n fish personalized cooler and chair.
One last idea when looking for retirement gifts is to see if everybody in the office wants to go in on one big gift. These ideas include: a small vacation getaway, tickets to a favorite concert or event, membership to a gym or club of choice, a massaging recliner to help them unwind or even shares of stock. Perfect if they are into the stock market and if not it will not only give them something to do, but may spark a new interest.
Retirement is a time of celebration for both the past achievements and a bright new future. If the gift is well though out, no matter if it's funny or practical, they'll always remember who the master gift-giver is and appreciate your thoughtfulness. We all know what it's like to get gifts that don't really fit into our lifestyle, so make sure your retirement gift is something that will bring joy, fun and relaxation into their new way of life and your gift will always be cherished. Happy Shopping :-)
Angie writes articles for helping shoppers find gifts, providing shopping tips and how to benefit from personalized gifts, promotional products, and awards. Her work is sponsored by Wealthwood Retirement Gifts and Blog Wealthwood
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Angelique_Ellerman
For more products on golf go to http://digitalmomento-n-more.com
When looking for retirement gifts it's important to find gifts that reflect the individual's interests, hobbies or favorite pastimes. Sure plaques and trophies are a nice way to recognize years of excellent service, but those are the kind of gifts that corporations will end up giving. Gifts are always appreciated more when it's something that they'll actually use and that brings joy and relaxation into their lives.
When someone enters retirement, they suddenly have all this free time on their hands. Some people already know how they'll begin enjoying retirement; other's may take a little more time to adjust and are not quite sure retirement is such a good idea. Gifts that remind them of a prestigious career for example: teaching, lawyers, executives, doctors, judges, coaches or law enforcement, can often help with the transition and there are lots of unique gifts ideas to choose from that are career orientated. Getting gifts that help them pursue their interests will also help; if they played golf for example: there are a lot of golfing accessories which can be anything from monogrammed ball markers to a new personalized golf bag or a yardage finder. Other ideas could be a membership to a golf club, personalized golf balls or even a humorous gift like golfing lessons gives them something to look forward to. Anther example would be the military: there are patriotic paperweights, U.S. military rings, watches and other jewelry; they even make patriotic poker sets, beer mugs and throw blankets.
Gifts can be funny or inspirational too. There are T-shirts, sweatshirts, hats and pillows available with witty sayings and funny pictures. Also available are unique doormats, mouse pads and picture frames that have humorous retirement sayings and meaningful poems that will remind them of your friendship. Encourage them to relax with a comfortable and charming bed rest that enables a person to sit up comfortably while sitting in bed reading or watching TV. The bed rest also includes handy pockets for magazines and books or the TV remote. Or inspire them to look to the stars with a new telescope.
Ideas that are unique are often the most fun for example: A Day Clock has days of the week instead of numbers, because the person retiring doesn't have to worry about time anymore, they only have to know what day it is. Personalized items are very unique and can be anything nowadays. Items like: a beer mug, decanter set, deluxe chess set, personalized bar room sign or professional poker chip set. Other ideas include a day at the spa or salon, passport covers, watch box or valet tray, leather blackberry, Ipod or CD case, gift baskets, travel manicure sets, garment bags or even a sit 'n fish personalized cooler and chair.
One last idea when looking for retirement gifts is to see if everybody in the office wants to go in on one big gift. These ideas include: a small vacation getaway, tickets to a favorite concert or event, membership to a gym or club of choice, a massaging recliner to help them unwind or even shares of stock. Perfect if they are into the stock market and if not it will not only give them something to do, but may spark a new interest.
Retirement is a time of celebration for both the past achievements and a bright new future. If the gift is well though out, no matter if it's funny or practical, they'll always remember who the master gift-giver is and appreciate your thoughtfulness. We all know what it's like to get gifts that don't really fit into our lifestyle, so make sure your retirement gift is something that will bring joy, fun and relaxation into their new way of life and your gift will always be cherished. Happy Shopping :-)
Angie writes articles for helping shoppers find gifts, providing shopping tips and how to benefit from personalized gifts, promotional products, and awards. Her work is sponsored by Wealthwood Retirement Gifts and Blog Wealthwood
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Angelique_Ellerman
For more products on golf go to http://digitalmomento-n-more.com
Sunday, June 28, 2009
Tips To Better Golfing
By Jagruti Bhimjiani
Golf is a wonderful game. Check out these tips to better golfing and enjoy the game.
Relax, Golf is just a game!
Golf is fun. So relax while you play. Loosen your grip on the club; this helps you to perform a flawless swing.
Practice Patience
Being patient goes hand in hand with relaxing. Be patient with what happens on the course. Do not over extend your capabilities and skills. Do not try to do something more than you are able to. Do not try to make up for bad shots. This might cost you some extra shots!
Visualize yourself making your shots.
Imagine the shot you are about to make. View the ball swing in the air and picture it land where you want it. Do not get discouraged over a bad shot. You will get it.
Manage Your Course
Look over the whole course. You will know how to play each hole before you actually start playing. Also learn how to read the green.
Use the right Club
Choose Clubs that match your skills and level of play. Using clubs that don't fit you will affect your shots. Experiment with different clubs and find out which is best for you. Keep your clubs clean and in good condition.
Practice as much as you can.
Practice is essential. You need to practice each and every aspect of the game. After all, Practice makes man perfect!
Use the above tips when you play your game. In no time you will be enjoying an excellent golf game that your friends will be envious of!
Copyright © Jagruti Bhimjiani
About the Author: Visit Our Golf Course and Golf Club Guide at
http://Golf.GrowRich-Online.com
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Jagruti_Bhimjiani
For gift ideas for the golfer go to http://digitalmomento-n-more.com
Golf is a wonderful game. Check out these tips to better golfing and enjoy the game.
Relax, Golf is just a game!
Golf is fun. So relax while you play. Loosen your grip on the club; this helps you to perform a flawless swing.
Practice Patience
Being patient goes hand in hand with relaxing. Be patient with what happens on the course. Do not over extend your capabilities and skills. Do not try to do something more than you are able to. Do not try to make up for bad shots. This might cost you some extra shots!
Visualize yourself making your shots.
Imagine the shot you are about to make. View the ball swing in the air and picture it land where you want it. Do not get discouraged over a bad shot. You will get it.
Manage Your Course
Look over the whole course. You will know how to play each hole before you actually start playing. Also learn how to read the green.
Use the right Club
Choose Clubs that match your skills and level of play. Using clubs that don't fit you will affect your shots. Experiment with different clubs and find out which is best for you. Keep your clubs clean and in good condition.
Practice as much as you can.
Practice is essential. You need to practice each and every aspect of the game. After all, Practice makes man perfect!
Use the above tips when you play your game. In no time you will be enjoying an excellent golf game that your friends will be envious of!
Copyright © Jagruti Bhimjiani
About the Author: Visit Our Golf Course and Golf Club Guide at
http://Golf.GrowRich-Online.com
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Jagruti_Bhimjiani
For gift ideas for the golfer go to http://digitalmomento-n-more.com
Monday, June 22, 2009
Interesting Golfing Facts
By Lavana James
Entire business sectors have been set up to delve into the hidden mysteries of this simplest of games and advanced technology, particular Doppler-radar technology, has revealed some of the sport's secrets.
Golf engenders passion from both the players themselves and the legions of fans that support the sport in ever growing numbers but is apparently also a past time that can quite literally shorten your life simply because of the stress involved in the performance.
Accomplished golfers are turning more and more to launch monitors and ball tracking technology in an effort to better understand their game and how and where to tweak their swing. Increasing swing speed by a little can make a lot of difference to the yardage attained.
Here are a couple of interesting facts that may shed a little light on the finer points of the game and hopefully add a whole new dimension to the challenge of the greens.
Did you know that the speed of a golf ball more than halves by the time it reaches the ground? So, if you smack the ball with an estimated swing speed of around 100mph, the ball speed on impact should be in the region of about 150mph. Yet, by the time the ball reaches the ground, the velocity of the ball has plummeted to only 47 - 48 mph! The virtually undetectable friction between the ball and the surrounding air is the major culprit but so too is the back spin. "Fore" takes on a whole new meaning now - best you dodge that ball as it comes off the club face or prepare for some major damage.
Golf balls make significantly more mileage on hot days, so the struggling pros should make for the Sunshine Tour of South Africa to take full advantage of this fact. What is interesting is that the actual ball speed, back spin and launch angle are not affected by any variance in temperature. The extra yards can be attributed to the golfer himself, according to research conducted by a leading golf technology company - a golfer with an average swing speed of 100mph will carry the driver eight yards longer for each 25 degree Fahrenheit increase in temperature.
A major myth buster is that different makes of golf balls will have absolutely no influence on distance with a driver. The only factor that does change when using different balls is the amount of back spin.
Here is a simple equation that can lift your game immeasurably if factored in - 1mph increase in swing speed equals 1.5 mph increase in ball speed which in turn will add three yards in distance!
http://www.edhsport.com/
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Lavana_James
For more info on golfing go to http://digitalmomento-n-more.com/
Entire business sectors have been set up to delve into the hidden mysteries of this simplest of games and advanced technology, particular Doppler-radar technology, has revealed some of the sport's secrets.
Golf engenders passion from both the players themselves and the legions of fans that support the sport in ever growing numbers but is apparently also a past time that can quite literally shorten your life simply because of the stress involved in the performance.
Accomplished golfers are turning more and more to launch monitors and ball tracking technology in an effort to better understand their game and how and where to tweak their swing. Increasing swing speed by a little can make a lot of difference to the yardage attained.
Here are a couple of interesting facts that may shed a little light on the finer points of the game and hopefully add a whole new dimension to the challenge of the greens.
Did you know that the speed of a golf ball more than halves by the time it reaches the ground? So, if you smack the ball with an estimated swing speed of around 100mph, the ball speed on impact should be in the region of about 150mph. Yet, by the time the ball reaches the ground, the velocity of the ball has plummeted to only 47 - 48 mph! The virtually undetectable friction between the ball and the surrounding air is the major culprit but so too is the back spin. "Fore" takes on a whole new meaning now - best you dodge that ball as it comes off the club face or prepare for some major damage.
Golf balls make significantly more mileage on hot days, so the struggling pros should make for the Sunshine Tour of South Africa to take full advantage of this fact. What is interesting is that the actual ball speed, back spin and launch angle are not affected by any variance in temperature. The extra yards can be attributed to the golfer himself, according to research conducted by a leading golf technology company - a golfer with an average swing speed of 100mph will carry the driver eight yards longer for each 25 degree Fahrenheit increase in temperature.
A major myth buster is that different makes of golf balls will have absolutely no influence on distance with a driver. The only factor that does change when using different balls is the amount of back spin.
Here is a simple equation that can lift your game immeasurably if factored in - 1mph increase in swing speed equals 1.5 mph increase in ball speed which in turn will add three yards in distance!
http://www.edhsport.com/
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Lavana_James
For more info on golfing go to http://digitalmomento-n-more.com/
Friday, June 19, 2009
Golfing Versus Golfers
By Noel Halpin
What does this mean to any golfer whether he or she are beginners or scratch golfers? Well let me tell you. There are hundreds if not thousands of golfers who really want to improve their game so they are forever trying out this technique and that technique and all other sorts of different nuggets of advice to find just that one little piece that may give them an edge when in competition.
They buy books, videos, take lessons. It is endless the amount of money and effort they will put into looking for maybe, that extra distance on their drives, or show them a different hand grip on the club that will make it more comfortable and stronger in their driving.
They will do anything to find the key to longer accurate golf drives. Drives that will put them on the fairway not in the rough or worse out of bounds. They may be trying to find a cure to stop them from slicing the ball way off in a different direction than the one intended, or how to sink twenty foot putts. So if these are some of the problems you want solved, then look no further, you have arrived at the end of your search.
From today on you will begin to unlock that hidden power inside you and start being a WINNER without it costing you a fortune. I have searched and searched like everyone else. I spent the money and time like every else and I was still going around in circles to no great improvement.I knew in my heart there was someone out there who could help me. And there was. It was myself. I was the source of information that I required. That is when I started to become a winner. Within myself I had to make a very serious decision. A decision that would change my attitude from being a mediocre golfer to one that is happy with his game.
Having made my mind up what to do I set about activating my plan. Now at last I could stand up on the tee box with confidence, knowing I was not going to let myself or my golf partners down. I decided to take my game seriously and study my golf game, and habits more and more.
I made the conscious decision to find help, and I did. I purchased a professionally designed E Book which had simplified and easy to follow diagrams and instructions. I downloaded it immediately onto my laptop and began practicing everything in rotation according to the instructions.
I analyzed all that I was learning and compared it to my game. This was a revelation, the amount of bad habits that had settled into my play was just incredible. For instance, bad setting up before driving off the tee box. Bad posture, breaking my wrists too soon as I was making my back swing, not being strong enough in my stance, and lack of focus when making contact with the ball. Golfing versus golfers is all about finding the right teaching formula, and disciplining oneself to put in the time to learn all the areas where over time you had become lazy.
So my friend in golf the answer to becoming a better golfer lies in your own hands. You can make that change and begin to enjoy your golf even more than before. And remember it is not the golfing where the problem lies, it is with the golfer, that means you.
Golf can be a very frustrating game at the best of times, especially if you are just beginning or moving up the ladder to being a decent amatuer,everyone no matter what level they are at needs a little help from time to time, I found that help in the form of an ebook called How To Improve Your Golf Game it's a wonderful ebook packed with real pro tips and tricks that enable anyone to conquer any golf course at anytime. I highly recommend you check it out by Clicking Here
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Noel_Halpin
For more golfing ideas go to http://digitalmomento-n-more.com/
What does this mean to any golfer whether he or she are beginners or scratch golfers? Well let me tell you. There are hundreds if not thousands of golfers who really want to improve their game so they are forever trying out this technique and that technique and all other sorts of different nuggets of advice to find just that one little piece that may give them an edge when in competition.
They buy books, videos, take lessons. It is endless the amount of money and effort they will put into looking for maybe, that extra distance on their drives, or show them a different hand grip on the club that will make it more comfortable and stronger in their driving.
They will do anything to find the key to longer accurate golf drives. Drives that will put them on the fairway not in the rough or worse out of bounds. They may be trying to find a cure to stop them from slicing the ball way off in a different direction than the one intended, or how to sink twenty foot putts. So if these are some of the problems you want solved, then look no further, you have arrived at the end of your search.
From today on you will begin to unlock that hidden power inside you and start being a WINNER without it costing you a fortune. I have searched and searched like everyone else. I spent the money and time like every else and I was still going around in circles to no great improvement.I knew in my heart there was someone out there who could help me. And there was. It was myself. I was the source of information that I required. That is when I started to become a winner. Within myself I had to make a very serious decision. A decision that would change my attitude from being a mediocre golfer to one that is happy with his game.
Having made my mind up what to do I set about activating my plan. Now at last I could stand up on the tee box with confidence, knowing I was not going to let myself or my golf partners down. I decided to take my game seriously and study my golf game, and habits more and more.
I made the conscious decision to find help, and I did. I purchased a professionally designed E Book which had simplified and easy to follow diagrams and instructions. I downloaded it immediately onto my laptop and began practicing everything in rotation according to the instructions.
I analyzed all that I was learning and compared it to my game. This was a revelation, the amount of bad habits that had settled into my play was just incredible. For instance, bad setting up before driving off the tee box. Bad posture, breaking my wrists too soon as I was making my back swing, not being strong enough in my stance, and lack of focus when making contact with the ball. Golfing versus golfers is all about finding the right teaching formula, and disciplining oneself to put in the time to learn all the areas where over time you had become lazy.
So my friend in golf the answer to becoming a better golfer lies in your own hands. You can make that change and begin to enjoy your golf even more than before. And remember it is not the golfing where the problem lies, it is with the golfer, that means you.
Golf can be a very frustrating game at the best of times, especially if you are just beginning or moving up the ladder to being a decent amatuer,everyone no matter what level they are at needs a little help from time to time, I found that help in the form of an ebook called How To Improve Your Golf Game it's a wonderful ebook packed with real pro tips and tricks that enable anyone to conquer any golf course at anytime. I highly recommend you check it out by Clicking Here
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Noel_Halpin
For more golfing ideas go to http://digitalmomento-n-more.com/
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Some Golf Gift Ideas For The Golfer On Your Gift List
By Gregg Hall
Birthdays, holidays, and anniversaries bring dreams of beautiful gifts to the minds of some and feelings of dream to the hearts of others. Golf enthusiasts can be some of the easiest people to please if you know what to look for when considering their favorite activity.
Sportsmen share an energetic spirit and positive fanaticism of golf. They love to remember great games they had, thus a gift that triggers a great memory for them will put you at the top of their favorite people list. Consider the personalized gift of a scrap book to help your golfer remember his best times on the green. Research your subject to find out which pro your golf enthusiast emulates. Then find the souvenir that will really make him smile like a club with Tiger Woods' signature or a Ben Hogan shirt. Sports and souvenir shops also offer stuffed toys and other unique gifts for the hard-to-shop-for golfer, so you don't need to worry about finding something not to suit your loved one's taste.
Image matters to golfers, so he'll genuinely appreciate the right accessory. Consider protecting your special someone's eyesight and game with a great visor or pair of sunglasses. However, as you shop for the perfect pair of shades, stay away from those with a concaving effect. These will alter eyesight, an imperative sense on the green. Your sports fanatic will also appreciate comfy and stylish golf shirts, pants, and socks. Practice caution and observation, however, when searching out an apparel gift. Know your golfer's color, size, and style preference. Beyond the regular apparel you might want to consider watches and shoes as well.
Stay away from purchasing golf equipment. Golfers have specific preferences on clubs, and they most likely already have the clubs they prefer. Thus you will just waste money by purchasing something you think might help your golfer without knowing specifically what he prefers.
Additionally, each golfer has a unique style and swinging technique. Golf club makers cater to those idiosyncrasies, and thus unless you truly understand your golfer's style, stay away from purchasing something that might actually hinder his game.
If you're looking for hardware, consider a tech-savvy tools for golfers. Universal gadgets that measure the speech of a player's swing and thus predict the distance a ball might reach with one swing can improve a golfer's game. If your loved one always wanted to know exactly how fast his ball could fly, consider purchasing a Speed Radar for him. This gadget will measure the speed of the ball with real time feedback. Another nifty tool, Caddy Laser Flags, monitors how far a golfer can reach in terms of ball displacement. All of these different gadgets will help improve the effectiveness of a golfer's game.
Consider these options the next time that pit in your stomach starts to form at the thought of a birthday, and your golf-loving love will know that you truly care about him and his game.
Gregg Hall is an author living in Navarre Florida. Find more about this as well as Everything for Golf Game at http://www.everythingforgolfgame.com/
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Gregg_Hall
For more interesting info on golf go to http://digitalmomento-n-more.com/
Birthdays, holidays, and anniversaries bring dreams of beautiful gifts to the minds of some and feelings of dream to the hearts of others. Golf enthusiasts can be some of the easiest people to please if you know what to look for when considering their favorite activity.
Sportsmen share an energetic spirit and positive fanaticism of golf. They love to remember great games they had, thus a gift that triggers a great memory for them will put you at the top of their favorite people list. Consider the personalized gift of a scrap book to help your golfer remember his best times on the green. Research your subject to find out which pro your golf enthusiast emulates. Then find the souvenir that will really make him smile like a club with Tiger Woods' signature or a Ben Hogan shirt. Sports and souvenir shops also offer stuffed toys and other unique gifts for the hard-to-shop-for golfer, so you don't need to worry about finding something not to suit your loved one's taste.
Image matters to golfers, so he'll genuinely appreciate the right accessory. Consider protecting your special someone's eyesight and game with a great visor or pair of sunglasses. However, as you shop for the perfect pair of shades, stay away from those with a concaving effect. These will alter eyesight, an imperative sense on the green. Your sports fanatic will also appreciate comfy and stylish golf shirts, pants, and socks. Practice caution and observation, however, when searching out an apparel gift. Know your golfer's color, size, and style preference. Beyond the regular apparel you might want to consider watches and shoes as well.
Stay away from purchasing golf equipment. Golfers have specific preferences on clubs, and they most likely already have the clubs they prefer. Thus you will just waste money by purchasing something you think might help your golfer without knowing specifically what he prefers.
Additionally, each golfer has a unique style and swinging technique. Golf club makers cater to those idiosyncrasies, and thus unless you truly understand your golfer's style, stay away from purchasing something that might actually hinder his game.
If you're looking for hardware, consider a tech-savvy tools for golfers. Universal gadgets that measure the speech of a player's swing and thus predict the distance a ball might reach with one swing can improve a golfer's game. If your loved one always wanted to know exactly how fast his ball could fly, consider purchasing a Speed Radar for him. This gadget will measure the speed of the ball with real time feedback. Another nifty tool, Caddy Laser Flags, monitors how far a golfer can reach in terms of ball displacement. All of these different gadgets will help improve the effectiveness of a golfer's game.
Consider these options the next time that pit in your stomach starts to form at the thought of a birthday, and your golf-loving love will know that you truly care about him and his game.
Gregg Hall is an author living in Navarre Florida. Find more about this as well as Everything for Golf Game at http://www.everythingforgolfgame.com/
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Gregg_Hall
For more interesting info on golf go to http://digitalmomento-n-more.com/
Monday, June 15, 2009
What I Love About Golf
By Roseanna Leaton
There are many of us who are addicted to this magnificent game. It seems that golf is a game which you either love or hate. Golf elicits an extreme reaction from almost everyone who tries to play it. Perhaps this is because golf is not an easy game; in fact, golf is probably THE most difficult game you can tackle.
For the sake of those who do not agree that golf is so difficult, let us take a little look at the extent to which golf poses the human mind and body a challenge. What other sport do you play with such a long club, such a small ball and such a large playing arena? It would make sense that the longer the racket or club the more room for error in its application, would it not? And the smaller the ball is, the most difficult it is to hit with accuracy? And the further away the target, the more room for error in one's aim?
If that doesn't convince you as to how difficult golf is, let us look at other elements which have a major impact upon this game. The condition of the golf course varies in terms of type of grass, length of grass, whether its damp or dry, sand or grass, and so on. An individual golf course changes from one hour to the next, one hole to the next, and then each golf course is entirely different from another as well. The weather has a major impact. There are also different games within the game of golf - match play or medal, and so on.
Then of course, there is the length of time it takes to play golf - one has to focus for this length of time. And to top it all off, because you have time to think between shots there is a lot of time in which to "mess with your mind" and subsequently make a corresponding "mess" of your shot! It's a lot easier on your mind to play a more reactive sport!
Golf is a very, very difficult and demanding game, but this is its attraction, this is what causes golfers to become totally addicted...either that or you absolutely loathe the game of golf. Golf is an extreme sport in that it does provoke these extreme reactions on account of its challenges. Everyone who is learning this game and just beginning to play golf can identify with the pure sense of JOY experienced when that one shot sails into the air and the ball lands exactly where you wanted it to be. The feeling of "I CAN play golf", "I CAN do this" is like nothing else - it is totally orgasmic. And a mental note is made immediately to get lessons, to practice and to play more often.
You can hit 100 or more shots in those first few rounds of golf, and perhaps only one or two shots elicit this orgasmic reaction, but that is enough. You can spend four hours on the course, and the shot you remember is that one and only perfect one; you play it over and over in your mind and it motivates you to keep on going, to rise up to the challenge of playing golf.
What is funny is that when you get more to grips with the game, and are a pretty good golfer, it tends to be the bad shots which you replay in your mind. This is another challenge to be overcome. 90% of good golf is played in your mind and so you need to train your mind to play good golf. Your very personality is seen and expressed in your game; golf can teach you a lot about yourself that you may not have previously realized. Golf challenges you to grow as a person, and I think this is what I love most of all about golf.
To play golf well you have to master both physical technique and your own patterns of thinking. Golf hypnosis is an amazingly effective way in which you can train your mind to play well, and overcome the many obstacles which your own mind would otherwise create. Whatever level you are at in your game of golf, however good you are at golf, more challenges constantly appear. Once again, this is the cause of the golfing addiction which so many of us are familiar with.
I played yesterday at the Palo Alto Hills Country Club and it reminded me (as every round I play does) of what I love about golf. I love the fact that I'm out of doors, in the fresh air, in the sunshine - it makes me feel as free and relaxed as a bird. I love the beauty of every golf course I have ever seen, the greenery, the flowers, the contours - the contact with nature is grounding, balancing and it helps your spirits to soar. I love the golfing etiquette; how polite and friendly golfers are to their fellow players. I love the company of fellow players, the stroll and chatter. I love the fact that your game doesn't affect another's game - you're playing the course as opposed to the person and so golfers of every ability can play happily together. I love the exercise. And then, of course, there's the challenge of each and every shot...
You might find your ball in an "interesting" position in a sand trap, or find that you have to stand one foot in and one foot out to enable contact with the ball. You may have to work out how to de-loft your club and hit a half shot between tree trunks and beneath overhanging branches. ANYTHING might happen out there on the course. Golf is unpredictable, it is a constant and perpetual challenge and it is great fun. I LOVE this game.
Roseanna Leaton, specialist in golf hypnosis and author of the GolferWithin mental skills tool-kit mind training system for golfers who love the challenge of this great game!With a degree in psychology and qualifications in hypnotherapy, NLP and sports psychology, and a great passion for golf, Roseanna Leaton is one of the leading golf psychologists. You can get a free hypnosis download from the website and view the GolferWithin golf hypnosis cds and downloads.
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There are many of us who are addicted to this magnificent game. It seems that golf is a game which you either love or hate. Golf elicits an extreme reaction from almost everyone who tries to play it. Perhaps this is because golf is not an easy game; in fact, golf is probably THE most difficult game you can tackle.
For the sake of those who do not agree that golf is so difficult, let us take a little look at the extent to which golf poses the human mind and body a challenge. What other sport do you play with such a long club, such a small ball and such a large playing arena? It would make sense that the longer the racket or club the more room for error in its application, would it not? And the smaller the ball is, the most difficult it is to hit with accuracy? And the further away the target, the more room for error in one's aim?
If that doesn't convince you as to how difficult golf is, let us look at other elements which have a major impact upon this game. The condition of the golf course varies in terms of type of grass, length of grass, whether its damp or dry, sand or grass, and so on. An individual golf course changes from one hour to the next, one hole to the next, and then each golf course is entirely different from another as well. The weather has a major impact. There are also different games within the game of golf - match play or medal, and so on.
Then of course, there is the length of time it takes to play golf - one has to focus for this length of time. And to top it all off, because you have time to think between shots there is a lot of time in which to "mess with your mind" and subsequently make a corresponding "mess" of your shot! It's a lot easier on your mind to play a more reactive sport!
Golf is a very, very difficult and demanding game, but this is its attraction, this is what causes golfers to become totally addicted...either that or you absolutely loathe the game of golf. Golf is an extreme sport in that it does provoke these extreme reactions on account of its challenges. Everyone who is learning this game and just beginning to play golf can identify with the pure sense of JOY experienced when that one shot sails into the air and the ball lands exactly where you wanted it to be. The feeling of "I CAN play golf", "I CAN do this" is like nothing else - it is totally orgasmic. And a mental note is made immediately to get lessons, to practice and to play more often.
You can hit 100 or more shots in those first few rounds of golf, and perhaps only one or two shots elicit this orgasmic reaction, but that is enough. You can spend four hours on the course, and the shot you remember is that one and only perfect one; you play it over and over in your mind and it motivates you to keep on going, to rise up to the challenge of playing golf.
What is funny is that when you get more to grips with the game, and are a pretty good golfer, it tends to be the bad shots which you replay in your mind. This is another challenge to be overcome. 90% of good golf is played in your mind and so you need to train your mind to play good golf. Your very personality is seen and expressed in your game; golf can teach you a lot about yourself that you may not have previously realized. Golf challenges you to grow as a person, and I think this is what I love most of all about golf.
To play golf well you have to master both physical technique and your own patterns of thinking. Golf hypnosis is an amazingly effective way in which you can train your mind to play well, and overcome the many obstacles which your own mind would otherwise create. Whatever level you are at in your game of golf, however good you are at golf, more challenges constantly appear. Once again, this is the cause of the golfing addiction which so many of us are familiar with.
I played yesterday at the Palo Alto Hills Country Club and it reminded me (as every round I play does) of what I love about golf. I love the fact that I'm out of doors, in the fresh air, in the sunshine - it makes me feel as free and relaxed as a bird. I love the beauty of every golf course I have ever seen, the greenery, the flowers, the contours - the contact with nature is grounding, balancing and it helps your spirits to soar. I love the golfing etiquette; how polite and friendly golfers are to their fellow players. I love the company of fellow players, the stroll and chatter. I love the fact that your game doesn't affect another's game - you're playing the course as opposed to the person and so golfers of every ability can play happily together. I love the exercise. And then, of course, there's the challenge of each and every shot...
You might find your ball in an "interesting" position in a sand trap, or find that you have to stand one foot in and one foot out to enable contact with the ball. You may have to work out how to de-loft your club and hit a half shot between tree trunks and beneath overhanging branches. ANYTHING might happen out there on the course. Golf is unpredictable, it is a constant and perpetual challenge and it is great fun. I LOVE this game.
Roseanna Leaton, specialist in golf hypnosis and author of the GolferWithin mental skills tool-kit mind training system for golfers who love the challenge of this great game!With a degree in psychology and qualifications in hypnotherapy, NLP and sports psychology, and a great passion for golf, Roseanna Leaton is one of the leading golf psychologists. You can get a free hypnosis download from the website and view the GolferWithin golf hypnosis cds and downloads.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Roseanna_Leaton
For more golf ideas go to http://digitalmomento-n-more.com/
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