"Keep your sense of humor. There's enough stress in the rest of your life not to let bad shots ruin a game you're supposed to enjoy."
"Golf is a spiritual game. It's like Zen. You have to let your mind take over."
Source: Amy Bloom (2010). “Where The God Of Love Hangs Out”, p.55, Granta Books
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Amy Alcott
Golfer
Amy Alcott is a renowned professional golfer known for her significant contributions to women's golf and her resilience on the course.
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