by Dr. Joseph Parent
Sport psychologist Dr. Joseph Parent blends Zen Buddhist philosophy with practical golf psychology to help players overcome the mental obstacles that sabotage their game. Through accessible lessons on awareness, acceptance, and commitment, the book teaches golfers how to quiet their minds, stay present on every shot, and transform frustration into focused performance on the course.
In this collection, Zen Golf: Mastering the Mental Game references 3 other books.
It draws on Flow, Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind: Informal Talks on Zen Meditation and Practice and The Way of Zen.
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Parent draws directly on Csikszentmihalyi's flow state research, teaching golfers how to enter the zone of optimal experience where self-consciousness dissolves and peak performance emerges naturally
The book's foundation in Zen Buddhist practice closely parallels Suzuki's beginner's mind concept, applying the principle of approaching each golf shot with fresh, non-judgemental awareness
Parent's integration of Eastern contemplative practice with Western sport psychology builds on Alan Watts's accessible presentation of Zen philosophy for Western audiences
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