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What does it mean?
Golf mirrors life through its mix of praise, criticism, and physical interaction.
In plain terms
Golf has the same ups and downs as real life.
What can you take from it?
Treat golf like life with patience and encouragement.

Where it applies

  • sports coaching
  • team building
  • personal growth

Putting it to work

  • encourage teammates
  • accept mistakes gracefully

Questions to consider

  • What does golf teach about failure?
  • How do sports mirror reality?

Another view

Life can involve far harsher consequences than a golf game.

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