Let Go, Let Golf: Mindful Ways to Practice with Purpose

Let Go, Let Golf: Mindful Ways to Practice with Purpose

2025 National Indie Excellence Award Finalist — Sports Let Go, Let Golf is a transformative book that introduces an innovative and unconventional approach to elevating your golf game while nurturing personal growth. Through cleverly blending mindfulness with recreation, this collection of captivating short stories offers you a unique opportunity to: Improve golf skills and infuse deeper fulfillment into your life with practical drills and a touch of humor - Uncover the power of purposeful practice and rediscover your imaginative, playful side to become a better player, faster - Cultivate vital traits for success in business and life such as strategic thinking, composure under pressure, and resilience Let Go, Let Golf is a refreshing reminder that the journey is the destination. Play with joy, simplify your approach to the game, and maximize your precious time on the range. Whether you’re a seasoned golfer seeking a fresh perspective, a weekend warrior, a newcomer, or you just love the game, Let Go, Let Golf promises to be a compelling journey that transcends the boundaries of the sport. You might even start seeing the world a bit differently—as one big golf course. “A cross between Harvey Penick’s Little Red Book and Marcus Aurelius’ Meditations (with a touch of Eugen Herrigel’s Zen in the Art of Archery ), John Rota’s Let Go, Let Golf turns this crazy game into a portal to mindfulness and pure, egoless aspiration. By the end of chapter 1, I felt a sense of calm and composure. Halfway through, I could begin to feel the flow. By the time I finished, I felt like I had a mindset and a grounding in internal reality that would serve me not just on the golf course but in every aspect of life. Bravo, Mr. Rota. And the illustrations by Vic Juhasz are great!” — Steven Pressfield, bestselling author of The Legend of Bagger Vance “If you’re looking for a better way to up your game, Let Go, Let Golf is the book for you. Brimming with witty quips, sage advice, and wisdom applicable to any sport, John Rota seamlessly guides you to a perfect score.” — Merril Hoge, inspirational speaker, former ESPN analyst and NFL running back “Mindset is everything in competitive sports. Mastering the art of letting go is the key to unlocking your peak performance in golf. John Rota’s Let Go, Let Golf offers profound and often humorous advice, presenting a contemplative perspective on the intertwining aspects of life, sports, and personal growth." — Lofa Tatupu, former NFL All-Pro linebacker “In the high-pressure world of running a business, maintaining a winning mindset is just as crucial as having a solid strategy. John Rota’s Let Go, Let Golf is not just a book about golf; it’s a guide to developing the mental fortitude needed to succeed in any competitive endeavor.” — Diane Ellis, advisor, board director, and former retail CEO “While I am admittedly not a golfer (which would be obvious if you saw me take a swing), this fantastic book is filled with powerful, relevant lessons. The principles in Let Go, Let Golf –on concepts like mindfulness, resilience, and purposeful practice–have such high utility and can be applied to every area of life and business!” — Alan Stein, Jr., keynote speaker and author of Raise Your Game “ Let Go, Let Golf is an inspirational read. It is so good that as a non-golfer, I wanted to pick up some clubs. The endless lessons laid out will not only help you improve your game but, more importantly, enhance the quality of your life. This is a must-read.” — Des Hague, bestselling author, nine-time CEO, and cofounder of Nebula9 Spirits “ Let Go, Let Golf is so much more than an instruction manual—it’s a gateway to a new approach to golf and life. I was pleasantly surprised by the depth of wisdom John Rota shares that goes beyond just improving your handicap. The connections he makes to Stoic philosophy and the importance of being present were totally unexpected in a golf book but offer powerful tools for the mental game. John’s insights on dealing with negativity bias, getting out of your comfort zone, and harnessing the power of momentum don’t just apply on the course but in meeting any challenge. Let Go, Let Golf shows how the trials and triumphs of golf can teach us about ourselves and enrich our lives off the links too. It’s a fun and enlightening read for anyone, whether you’re a scratch golfer or just an occasional duffer (like me).” — Frankie Russo, eight-time Inc. 500 entrepreneur and bestselling author of Breaking WHY “My dad taught me how to play golf when I was very young, and we had some of our best bonding moments on the course. Let Go, Let Golf enabled me to reflect back on all the wonderful experiences with my dad together on a golf course. I was taught numerous life lessons while playing golf with my best friend, and this book allowed me to recall all of them! Thank you, John Rota, for a wonderful read.” — Matt Gutermuth, CEO of iControl Data Solutio