Timothy Gallwey (born 1938) is an American author, coach, and speaker best known for creating the 'Inner Game' theory. He studied English literature at Harvard University and began his career as a tennis coach. His 1974 book 'The Inner Game of Tennis' revolutionized performance psychology by emphasizing overcoming self-doubt and internal distractions. Gallwey's ideas have been applied to sports, business, and education, influencing millions worldwide. He is considered a pioneer in modern coaching and personal development.
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Source: The Inner Game of Golf
“Concentration is not staring hard at something. It is not trying to concentrate.”
“The greatest efforts in sports came when the mind is as still as a glass lake.”
Source: The Inner Game of Tennis: The classic guide to the mental side of peak performance
