In this episode Tommy sits down with David Dwight to talk about golf as more than a pastime. Together they explore how the game reveals what’s happening inside us (our mindset, emotions, and even our character). Whether you’re battling a big number on the scorecard, walking the Old Course at St. Andrews, or teeing it up with three generations of family, this episode shows how golf can deepen self-awareness and joy while pointing to something bigger than the game itself.

Key themes you’ll hear:

• Why golf demands both mental and emotional discipline
• How ego and expectations impact performance and enjoyment
• The surprising ways golf exposes character and fosters growth
• Transcendent moments on the course (from Scotland to Pebble Beach)
• How golf strengthens relationships and bridges generations

Timestamps:

(0:00 ) The Unique Experience of Golf

(2:52 ) The Relationship Between Golf and Emotions

(6:05 ) The Mental Game of Golf

(9:05 ) Self-Awareness and Golf

(12:00 ) The Intersection of Mental and Emotional Challenges

(14:58 ) Ego and Honest Assessment in Golf

(17:50 ) The Role of Self-Control in Golf

(21:04 ) Enjoyment and Improvement Through Self-Awareness

(30:42 ) The Dual Nature of Self-Awareness

(31:12 ) Golf as a Source of Enjoyment

(35:47 ) Expectations vs. Reality in Golf

(37:59 ) Identity Beyond Golf

(39:05 ) Distortions and Perceptions in Golf

(41:51 ) Character Development Through Golf

(44:24 ) The Challenge and Transcendence of Golf

(51:29 ) The Unique Nature of Golf as a Family Game

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