The inner game of tennis - W. Timothy Gallwey
Body & Mind Book Reviews
The inner game of tennis - W. Timothy Gallwey
What’s in it
One of the books that's forming the basis of coaching.
Because whilst this book is about tennis it really is about the brain. About how your ego (here called Self 1) should not try to rule the body (emotional) brain (Self 2). But instead should trust it to get it right with minimal instruction.
It's about the art of concentration. it's about what other games are playing out whilst you're playing (like wanting to be the best, or looking good). How our identities can get rolled up in this 'other' game. And what the role of competition is.
Why I like it
And sometimes you just find books. On a neighbour's windowsill in this case.
And yes, it's a book about tennis. It was written in 1975 and is only 128 pages long, but it's absolutely packed with learning that you can apply anywhere.