{"id":3000,"date":"2020-05-08T08:54:13","date_gmt":"2020-05-08T12:24:13","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/positivementalimagery.com\/blog\/?p=3000"},"modified":"2020-05-08T08:54:13","modified_gmt":"2020-05-08T12:24:13","slug":"playing-golf-vs-self-quarantine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/positivementalimagery.com\/blog\/playing-golf-vs-self-quarantine\/","title":{"rendered":"PLAYING GOLF VS. SELF-QUARANTINE"},"content":{"rendered":"

Golf courses are opening up now after the two-month global shut down, offering golfers a welcome outlet after the mandated layoff. Here in western North Carolina, the golf courses remained open using the new social distancing guidelines that permit outdoor recreation. Because of the nature of the game, our sport lends itself easily to social distancing without any physical interaction among the players or golf staff.<\/p>\n

It is common now to see four golf carts in tandem on the cart paths, enforcing the \u201cone golfer per cart\u201d policy, where only two carts were allowed before. Golf is probably the most social distancing you can get in any sport.<\/p>\n

Old structures are falling away to make room for a new way of life. The self-quarantine was an opportunity for reflection while you were not able to play golf. I was pleased to see how many ordered the PMI self-hypnosis CDs to program their subconscious minds for what they do desire when they get back to the course. www.pmi4.com\/cart<\/a><\/p>\n

Flexibility<\/strong><\/p>\n

It is necessary to be physically flexible to be able to hit the ball further. It is also necessary to be mentally flexible in your thinking to be able to cope with unexpected situations and results.<\/p>\n

Golf is a game with lots of ups and downs. Every shot and every moment of your life is a new experience. For full enjoyment and success, you must be flexible and open to allow the release of any attachment to the outcome.<\/p>\n

Your physical world is a direct reflection of your emotions and thoughts. Most golfers are their own worst judge and jury. To change your undesired<\/strong> outcomes, you must be flexible enough to change your thoughts and attitudes into positive, empowering ones. Reconnect with your true powerful self, not the one you believe you \u201cshould\u201d be.<\/p>\n

New Covid-19 Guidelines<\/strong><\/p>\n

We were just learning about the new global World Handicap System (WHS) rules for handicapping instituted on January 6th<\/sup>, when the Covid-19 virus surfaced and caused the world to shut down. The USGA has put together a new set of guidelines, \u201cRules and Handicapping Guidance During the COVID-19 Era\u201d https:\/\/cutt.ly\/zyxHqa5<\/a>\u00a0 Additional guidance is provided at \u201cCovid-19 Rules and Handicapping FAQs\u201d https:\/\/cutt.ly\/iyxHvQO<\/a><\/p>\n

Golf is a sport where rules are of major importance and golfers\u00a0obey them for the good of the game. For the protection of everyone, the new Covid-19 rules include the closure of areas such as clubhouses, driving ranges, putting greens and locker rooms. Flagsticks are not to be touched. Ball washers, trash bins and rakes were removed along with on-course scorecards, pencils, etc. All practice balls and carts are sanitized after each use. To enforce social distancing tee times are staggered 15 to 20 minutes apart instead of the usual 10 minutes, and players are asked to arrive no more than 20 minutes before their tee time.<\/p>\n

The biggest change\u00a0relates to the modification of the hole, and not requiring the player to \u201chole out\u201d as required under the Rules of Golf. The liner to the hole is either raised above the putting surface, or objects are put into the hole so the ball can be more easily removed. When your ball hits the hole, it is now deemed to have been holed out. Because of this new rule, expect that your handicap will drop!<\/p>\n

PGA Tour Return<\/strong><\/p>\n

The PGA Tour is scheduled to become the first professional sport to return to action. With the major championships and the Olympics being either postponed or canceled, the schedule opened up three weeks of flexibility. The Tour took advantage of the opportunity and moved the restart of their season from May 18 to June 11. The pros will be able to resume their careers at the first rescheduled tournament, The Charles Schwab Challenge at the Colonial Country Club in Fort Worth,\u00a0Texas, June 11-14th<\/sup>. \u00a0It is planned that the first four Tour events will be closed to the general public to ensure the health and well-being of all involved.<\/p>\n

Get a New Outlook<\/strong><\/p>\n