Par for the Soul invites readers onto the fairway of their own inner life, using the familiar rhythms of golf to illuminate the deeper work of becoming whole. Blending story, reflection, and practical wisdom, it offers a fresh way to understand the patterns that shape us - and the possibilities that open when we learn to play a different kind of game.
Across eighteen chapters that mirror a round of golf, the book explores themes of identity, pressure, presence, resilience, and grace. Each chapter pairs a moment from the course with a moment from the heart: the way we grip too tightly when we're afraid of losing, the way we rush our swing when we're trying to impress, the way we judge ourselves after a bad shot, and the way a single quiet breath can change everything.
Drawing from psychology, personal experience, and the timeless metaphors of the game, Par for the Soul helps readers:
Notice the stories they carry into every ""shot"" of life Understand emotional patterns with clarity and compassion Practice presence instead of perfection Respond to pressure with steadiness rather than self-criticism Build a life that feels aligned, grounded, and genuinely their own
Whether you're a golfer, a seeker, or someone simply longing for a more centered way of living, this book offers a gentle, insightful companion for the journey. It's an invitation to slow down, breathe, and meet yourself with honesty and grace - one shot, one moment, one step at a time.
The course is inside you. The game is your life. And every hole is a chance to begin again.
By:
Scott Dotson, Byron Nahser Imprint: Thomas Augustine Publishing Dimensions:
Height: 229mm,
Width: 152mm,
Spine: 16mm
Weight: 399g ISBN:9798995675600 Pages: 298 Publication Date:01 May 2026 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active
