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kjjohnson's review against another edition
5.0
I enjoyed this book a lot in terms of it offering a different perspective on practicing and getting better. I don't play tennis, so some of the more tennis-specific advice was lost on me, but a lot of it can be analogized to different areas. It's a good complement to other reading and learning that I have been doing about meditation, staying in the present, etc.
lfisc1013's review against another edition
informative
fast-paced
3.5
A compelling psychological case to minimize self-judgment and improve one's focus and concentration. Gallway's advice is easy to understand and transcends his sport.
readingbylp's review against another edition
4.0
The Inner Game of Tennis has some amazing insights to the mental game of learning and practicing any sport that I'll take with me moving forward. However, the core concept of the book probably could've been accomplished within 30 pages or a long read Medium article. Some chapters just felt like the earlier chapters reworded to add length to the book. Regardless, it's a quick, insightful read that can be applied to not just sports but everyday life as well.
itsaripotter's review against another edition
4.0
Eye opening and inspiring, in a nutshell this book offers the principles of zen in a more practical and tangible form, i.e. through competitive sport. Learning to quiet the ego so he can observe and be present without positive or negative critique, the author shares various experiences as a tennis coach and pro, implementing this learning style in both his teaching and personal life. I look forward to experiencing the "relaxed concentration" I read about becoming more evident in my headspace and pursuits and am eager to approach life less based upon the positive and negative associations of my ego.