What's up Doc!? Dr. Nico Darras is back to reflect on his meteoric journey from baseball to professional golf to advising some of the best golfers in the professional game. Matt and Kevin kick things off with the importance of challenging paths in life, and how golf's difficulty should be viewed as a feature, not a bug. They share updates, including Matt's preparation for the Ohio Open. Dr. Darras joins to offer his insights on competition and enjoyment in golf immediately. The conversation explores balancing preparation and enjoyment, the nature of competition, and setting realistic goals. The episode emphasizes that the journey matters as much as outcomes, especially in competitive golf. The group delves into the mental aspects of golf, again stressing the value of separating outcomes from enjoyment and improvement. They reflect on personal experiences, including an enlightening non-spiritual trip to Scotland for Doc and what he learned about his relationship with the game. The dialogue underscores community importance, the joy of self-improvement, and how golf can connect and fulfill beyond us, beyond just a score.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates

03:02 The Hard Things We Choose

06:04 Setting Goals for Competitive Golf

09:01 Introducing Dr. Nico Darras

09:52 The Nature of Competition

14:07 Finding Balance in Golf

17:52 The Importance of Enjoyment in Golf

21:03 The Role of Preparation and Process

24:06 Navigating the Pro Game

30:00 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

37:43 The Mental Game of Golf: Success and Failure

42:44 Finding Joy in the Process of Golf

43:58 Reflections from Scotland: A Journey of Self-Discovery

49:32 Redefining Relationships with Golf

55:30 The Importance of Community in Golf

01:01:48 Self-Improvement vs. Competition: A Deeper Understanding