The Inner Game of Tennis: The Classic Guide to the Mental Side of Peak PerformanceRandom House Publishing Group, 27 maj 1997 - 192 sidor The timeless guide to achieving the state of “relaxed concentration” that’s not only the key to peak performance in tennis but the secret to success in life itself—part of the bestselling Inner Game series, with more than one million copies sold! “Groundbreaking . . . the best guide to getting out of your own way . . . Its profound advice applies to many other parts of life.”—Bill Gates, GatesNotes (“Five of My All-Time Favorite Books”) This phenomenally successful guide to mastering the game from the inside out has become a touchstone for hundreds of thousands of people. Billie Jean King has called the book her tennis bible; Al Gore has used it to focus his campaign staff; and Itzhak Perlman has recommended it to young violinists. Based on W. Timothy Gallwey’s profound realization that the key to success doesn’t lie in holding the racket just right, or positioning the feet perfectly, but rather in keeping the mind uncluttered, this transformative book gives you the tools to unlock the potential that you’ve possessed all along. “The Inner Game” is the one played within the mind of the player, against the hurdles of self-doubt, nervousness, and lapses in concentration. Gallwey shows us how to overcome these obstacles by trusting the intuitive wisdom of our bodies and achieving a state of “relaxed concentration.” With chapters devoted to trusting the self and changing habits, it is no surprise then, that Gallwey’s method has had an impact far beyond the confines of the tennis court. Whether you want to play music, write a novel, get ahead at work, or simply unwind after a stressful day, Gallwey shows you how to tap into your utmost potential. No matter your goals, The Inner Game of Tennis gives you the definitive framework for long-term success. |
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... compete in the nationally televised FedEx Orange Bowl in front of a record-setting audi- ence. What a night for players, coaches, and fans to celebrate the game of football on the greatest stage in college sports. The game would be ...
... compete in the nationally televised FedEx Orange Bowl in front of a record-setting audi- ence. What a night for players, coaches, and fans to celebrate the game of football on the greatest stage in college sports. The game would be ...
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... 71 SEVEN Concentration: Learning to Focus 82 EIGHT Games People Play on the Court 102 NINE The Meaning of Competition 115 TEN The Inner Game Off the Court 124 INTRODUCTION Every game is composed of two parts, an outer.
... 71 SEVEN Concentration: Learning to Focus 82 EIGHT Games People Play on the Court 102 NINE The Meaning of Competition 115 TEN The Inner Game Off the Court 124 INTRODUCTION Every game is composed of two parts, an outer.
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... competition, or blow easy shots. And why does it take so long to break a bad habit and learn a new one? Victories in the inner game may provide no additions to the trophy case, but they bring valuable rewards which INTRODUCTION.
... competition, or blow easy shots. And why does it take so long to break a bad habit and learn a new one? Victories in the inner game may provide no additions to the trophy case, but they bring valuable rewards which INTRODUCTION.
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... competition, the player of the inner game uncovers a will to win which unlocks all his energy and which is never discouraged by losing. There is a far more natural and effective process for learning and doing almost anything than most ...
... competition, the player of the inner game uncovers a will to win which unlocks all his energy and which is never discouraged by losing. There is a far more natural and effective process for learning and doing almost anything than most ...
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Prologue | 3 |
Reflections on the Mental Side of Tennis | 5 |
The Discovery of the Two Selves | 12 |
Quieting Self 1 | 17 |
Trusting Self 2 | 38 |
Discovering Technique | 58 |
Changing Habits | 82 |
Learning to Focus | 95 |
Games People Play on the Court | 119 |
The Meaning of Competition | 134 |
The Inner Game off the Court | 145 |
Epilogue | 158 |
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Abraham Maslow achieve action asked aware backhand backswing ball hits become begin better body bounce break the habit Carl Rogers coach competition concentration conscious desired discover Double fault effort ego-mind experience external feel focus your attention follow-through foot footwork forehand Gallwey Game of Tennis give grip groove habit hit the ball hitting arm imagine Inner Game inner skills instruction judging judgmental mind keep lesson let go let it happen lose match mean ment mental muscles nonjudgmental observe obstacles one's opponent outer game performance PETE CARROLL play tennis positive positive thinking practice Prem Rawat racket back realize relax rhythm seams Seattle Seahawks seems serve shot simply sound step Subgame swing your racket teaching technique tend tennis court tennis player things thinking thought tion topspin tournament true trust try hard trying too hard volley watching wrist