In this episode, Tommy sits down with Will Saunders to explore how golf can unite people in a pressure-free, inclusive way. Will shares the story of Unclubbed, Virginia’s largest social golf league, which grew from a simple Tuesday-night idea into a 1,200-member community where anyone can RSVP, play nine, and connect. Hear how Unclubbed fosters community, and how golf can be a fantastic platform for deepening relationships and growing as a person. In This Episode<ul><li>Golf as a platform for meaningful conversation and connection</li><li>Removing intimidation by prioritizing fun over competition</li><li>Unclubbed’s journey from a 40-name spreadsheet to a thriving community</li><li>Strengthening relationships in business, family, and faith through golf</li><li>Practical ideas to let golf serve what matters most in your life</li></ul><h2> </h2><h2>Timestamps</h2>(0:00) Why Golf Brings People Together(5:10) Will’s Journey into the Game(7:09) Making Golf Accessible for Everyone(10:32) The Tuesday Plan(12:15) Unclubbed’s Growth to 1,200 Members(14:11) Connection Over Competition(18:33) Redefining Club Culture(21:17) Unclubbed in Practice(30:49) Golf as a Platform for Relationships and Growth(36:52) Golf as a Mirror for Character(40:43) How to Join Unclubbed(43:46) Final Thoughts<h2> </h2>Unclubbed — open, social golf league: <a href="https://unclubbedgolf.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://unclubbedgolf.com/</a>

In this episode, Tommy sits down with Will Saunders to explore how golf can unite people in a pressure-free, inclusive way. Will shares the story of Unclubbed, Virginia’s largest social golf league, which grew from a simple Tuesday-night idea into a 1,200-member community where anyone can RSVP, play nine, and connect. Hear how Unclubbed fosters community, and how golf can be a fantastic platform for deepening relationships and growing as a person. In This EpisodeGolf as a platform for meaningful conversation and connectionRemoving intimidation by prioritizing fun over competitionUnclubbed’s journey from a 40-name spreadsheet to a thriving communityStrengthening relationships in business, family, and faith through golfPractical ideas to let golf serve what matters most in your life Timestamps(0:00) Why Golf Brings People Together (5:10) Will’s Journey into the Game (7:09) Making Golf Accessible for Everyone (10:32) The Tuesday Plan (12:15) Unclubbed’s Growth to 1,200 Members (14:11) Connection Over Competition (18:33) Redefining Club Culture (21:17) Unclubbed in Practice (30:49) Golf as a Platform for Relationships and Growth (36:52) Golf as a Mirror for Character (40:43) How to Join Unclubbed (43:46) Final Thoughts Unclubbed — open, social golf league: https://unclubbedgolf.com/

In this episode, Tommy sits down with Will Saunders to explore how golf can unite people in a pressure-free, inclusive way. Will shares the story of&nbsp;Unclubbed, Virginia’s largest social golf league, which grew from a simple Tuesday-night idea into a 1,200-member community where anyone can RSVP, play nine, and connect. Hear how Unclubbed fosters community, and how golf can be a fantastic platform for deepening relationships and growing as a person. In This Episode<ul><li>Golf as a platform for meaningful conversation and connection</li><li>Removing intimidation by prioritizing fun over competition</li><li>Unclubbed’s journey from a 40-name spreadsheet to a thriving community</li><li>Strengthening relationships in business, family, and faith through golf</li><li>Practical ideas to let golf serve what matters most in your life</li></ul> Timestamps(0:00) Why Golf Brings People Together(5:10) Will’s Journey into the Game(7:09) Making Golf Accessible for Everyone(10:32) The Tuesday Plan(12:15) Unclubbed’s Growth to 1,200 Members(14:11) Connection Over Competition(18:33) Redefining Club Culture(21:17) Unclubbed in Practice(30:49) Golf as a Platform for Relationships and Growth(36:52) Golf as a Mirror for Character(40:43) How to Join Unclubbed(43:46) Final Thoughts Unclubbed — open, social golf league:&nbsp;<a href="https://unclubbedgolf.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://unclubbedgolf.com/</a>

Building Community Through Golf with Will Saunders

Golf is a microcosm of life. In the short hours we spend on the links, each shot challenges our focus and tests our emotions. When hitting that small, dimpled ball, we strive to stay present and to trust. Golf offers us the opportunity to grow physically, mentally, emotionally, and even spiritually. How often in casual conversations about the game have we heard someone say, "Golf is just like life!" And yet, we frequently miss the lessons that golf affords.Through golf, we learn to wrangle destructive emotions. We learn to stay present in the moment, letting go of the past and resisting the allure of projecting into an unknown future. In a round of golf, we have unrushed time to enjoy our favorite relationships with fewer distractions than everyday life. Golf is beautiful and challenging. Golf is play, and hard work. Golf shows us who we are and teaches us how to become better versions of ourselves. This is the "why" of Links for Life, a show that explores the intersection of golf, growth, and God. Tune in for inspiring and empowering episodes that explore the beauty of golf and how it can teach us to improve our daily lives. Join your host, Tommy Thompson, to discuss relationships, mindset, faith, leadership, and, at the same time, how to improve your golf game.In Links for Life, find out how the game of golf parallels the challenges you face along your journey, offering incredible mental strategies for personal growth while at the same time learning from the masters how to lower your handicap. Learn how to focus on the present, let go of past negativity, and free yourself of anxieties about the future. Get tips on overcoming nerves, improving your chipping and putting, and having more fun along the way.Tommy sits down with golfers at all levels who openly share their life experiences and how they use the game of golf in their everyday lives. Gather practical advice and inspiration from their stories to transform your life. Let their personal experiences and learned lessons guide you in elevating your beliefs, spirituality, and perspectives.Of course, golf isn't just about self-improvement. It also teaches you how to connect with others on a deeper level. Through these conversations, discover how this sport can help you build better relationships in all areas of your life. Find out how to create lasting connections with the people around you. Learn how to cultivate and appreciate relationships with the most important people in your life, helping you become a better spouse, parent, sibling, or friend.&nbsp;Your host, Tommy Thompson, has been a golfer for over five decades. He knows the game inside out and fully understands how it brings people together on a much deeper level. Beyond that, Tommy is also a professional life coach and business entrepreneur who has mentored countless executives and leaders, helping them achieve balance, fulfillment, and more significant impact. He also has a seminary degree and is the author of Space to Breathe Again: Hope for the Overloaded and Overwhelmed. Tommy is host of the sibling podcast Space for Life. Tommy's journey stands at the intersection of golf, personal growth, and a vital relationship with God, making him the best person to lead these thought-provoking conversations.&nbsp;Join Tommy in improving your scores, dissecting the intricacies of golf, and exploring its limitless links with human life.&nbsp;Listen to Links For Life at linksforlife.golf

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Golf is a microcosm of life. In the short hours we spend on the links, each shot challenges our focus and tests our emotions. When hitting that small, dimpled ball, we strive to stay present and to trust. Golf offers us the opportunity to grow physically, mentally, emotionally, and even spiritually. How often in casual conversations about the game have we heard someone say, "Golf is just like life!" And yet, we frequently miss the lessons that golf affords.Through golf, we learn to wrangle destructive emotions. We learn to stay present in the moment, letting go of the past and resisting the allure of projecting into an unknown future. In a round of golf, we have unrushed time to enjoy our favorite relationships with fewer distractions than everyday life. Golf is beautiful and challenging. Golf is play, and hard work. Golf shows us who we are and teaches us how to become better versions of ourselves. This is the "why" of Links for Life, a show that explores the intersection of golf, growth, and God. Tune in for inspiring and empowering episodes that explore the beauty of golf and how it can teach us to improve our daily lives. Join your host, Tommy Thompson, to discuss relationships, mindset, faith, leadership, and, at the same time, how to improve your golf game.In Links for Life, find out how the game of golf parallels the challenges you face along your journey, offering incredible mental strategies for personal growth while at the same time learning from the masters how to lower your handicap. Learn how to focus on the present, let go of past negativity, and free yourself of anxieties about the future. Get tips on overcoming nerves, improving your chipping and putting, and having more fun along the way.Tommy sits down with golfers at all levels who openly share their life experiences and how they use the game of golf in their everyday lives. Gather practical advice and inspiration from their stories to transform your life. Let their personal experiences and learned lessons guide you in elevating your beliefs, spirituality, and perspectives.Of course, golf isn't just about self-improvement. It also teaches you how to connect with others on a deeper level. Through these conversations, discover how this sport can help you build better relationships in all areas of your life. Find out how to create lasting connections with the people around you. Learn how to cultivate and appreciate relationships with the most important people in your life, helping you become a better spouse, parent, sibling, or friend. Your host, Tommy Thompson, has been a golfer for over five decades. He knows the game inside out and fully understands how it brings people together on a much deeper level. Beyond that, Tommy is also a professional life coach and business entrepreneur who has mentored countless executives and leaders, helping them achieve balance, fulfillment, and more significant impact. He also has a seminary degree and is the author of Space to Breathe Again: Hope for the Overloaded and Overwhelmed. Tommy is host of the sibling podcast Space for Life. Tommy's journey stands at the intersection of golf, personal growth, and a vital relationship with God, making him the best person to lead these thought-provoking conversations. Join Tommy in improving your scores, dissecting the intricacies of golf, and exploring its limitless links with human life. Listen to Links For Life at linksforlife.golf

Golf is a microcosm of life. In the short hours we spend on the links, each shot challenges our focus and tests our emotions. When hitting that small, dimpled ball, we strive to stay present and to trust. Golf offers us the opportunity to grow physically, mentally, emotionally, and even spiritually. How often in casual conversations about the game have we heard someone say, "Golf is just like life!" And yet, we frequently miss the lessons that golf affords.Through golf, we learn to wrangle destructive emotions. We learn to stay present in the moment, letting go of the past and resisting the allure of projecting into an unknown future. In a round of golf, we have unrushed time to enjoy our favorite relationships with fewer distractions than everyday life. Golf is beautiful and challenging. Golf is play, and hard work. Golf shows us who we are and teaches us how to become better versions of ourselves. This is the "why" of Links for Life, a show that explores the intersection of golf, growth, and God. Tune in for inspiring and empowering episodes that explore the beauty of golf and how it can teach us to improve our daily lives. Join your host, Tommy Thompson, to discuss relationships, mindset, faith, leadership, and, at the same time, how to improve your golf game.In Links for Life, find out how the game of golf parallels the challenges you face along your journey, offering incredible mental strategies for personal growth while at the same time learning from the masters how to lower your handicap. Learn how to focus on the present, let go of past negativity, and free yourself of anxieties about the future. Get tips on overcoming nerves, improving your chipping and putting, and having more fun along the way.Tommy sits down with golfers at all levels who openly share their life experiences and how they use the game of golf in their everyday lives. Gather practical advice and inspiration from their stories to transform your life. Let their personal experiences and learned lessons guide you in elevating your beliefs, spirituality, and perspectives.Of course, golf isn't just about self-improvement. It also teaches you how to connect with others on a deeper level. Through these conversations, discover how this sport can help you build better relationships in all areas of your life. Find out how to create lasting connections with the people around you. Learn how to cultivate and appreciate relationships with the most important people in your life, helping you become a better spouse, parent, sibling, or friend.&nbsp;Your host, Tommy Thompson, has been a golfer for over five decades. He knows the game inside out and fully understands how it brings people together on a much deeper level. Beyond that, Tommy is also a professional life coach and business entrepreneur who has mentored countless executives and leaders, helping them achieve balance, fulfillment, and more significant impact. He also has a seminary degree and is the author of Space to Breathe Again: Hope for the Overloaded and Overwhelmed. Tommy is host of the sibling podcast Space for Life. Tommy's journey stands at the intersection of golf, personal growth, and a vital relationship with God, making him the best person to lead these thought-provoking conversations.&nbsp;Join Tommy in improving your scores, dissecting the intricacies of golf, and exploring its limitless links with human life.&nbsp;Listen to Links For Life at linksforlife.golf

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