by Dr. Stephen Simpson | Golf, Weekly Blog
I’m fascinated by holes-in-one in golf. They are flukes, or are they? In this article, I review a book that shows draws on cutting-edge research to reveal that, far from being some abstract mystical power fixed at birth, ability really can be created and nurtured.
by Dr. Stephen Simpson | Golf, Mind, Personal Development, Weekly Blog
Perhaps your idea of a golf lesson is an incorrect one, where the “darn” Golf Professional is going to bombard you with new and difficult techniques that will take a long time to implement, if ever. In the meantime you will probably be unable to get the ball around 18 holes. Luckily this is not true, and I firmly believe that the best coaches are flexible in their methods so that the individual can enjoy his game, have fun and improve, all at the same time.
by Dr. Stephen Simpson | Weekly Blog
There are many poor coaches, many good ones, and just a few excellent ones. How do you tell the difference? I was asked to comment in the latest edition of The International Journal Of Sports Science And Coaching (IJSSC) It is not an easy question to answer. Coaching...
by Dr. Stephen Simpson | Acting, Personal Development, Weekly Blog
I’ve just finished working at Ealing Film Studios, learning how to be a film actor, or at least polishing up my presentation skills. And very interesting it was too. As always my thoughts are now drifting to the question, ‘How can I use what I have learnt...
by Dr. Stephen Simpson | Weekly Blog
I am half way through a four week Acting for TV & Film course at Ealing studios. I’ve already discovered some of the secrets of the acting profession, and very interesting they are too. More importantly, as usual, these secrets can also be used in our lives....