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Beaverbrook Recommends Geshe YongDong: Mindfulness, Wellbeing and Golf

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 10:50:00 +0000

Beaverbrook has shared its experience of working with Master Geshe YongDong, highlighting the impact of his teachings across wellbeing, mindfulness and golf.

As part of its Whispers of the Himalayas spa day, Beaverbrook welcomed Master Geshe YongDong to share his knowledge and experience with guests.

The collaboration brought together ancient Tibetan practices, mindfulness and modern wellbeing, with Beaverbrook describing the experience as one that brought genuine emotional and physical restoration to participants.

Beaverbrook’s Testimonial

“We were proud to host the Whispers of the Himalayas spa day in partnership with Master Geshe YongDong, whose presence elevates the experience far beyond a contemporary wellness offering.

From the moment guests arrive, it is clear how deeply his teachings resonate. His calm, compassionate guidance sets the tone for a day that brings genuine emotional and physical restoration.

Having witnessed the impact on our guests, we can confidently say that Geshe La’s expertise in ancient Tibetan practices brings extraordinary depth and authenticity to the programme.

The 90-minute immersive session he leads consistently leaves participants feeling grounded, open and transformed.

Our partnership expanded even further when Geshe La shared his wisdom with our Golf Club Members, offering a unique blend of ancient Himalayan traditions and the modern game of golf.

Members thoroughly enjoyed learning how to bring greater mindfulness onto the course, techniques that not only enhanced their enjoyment of the game but also improved their performance.

It was equally inspiring to watch Geshe La ‘practice what he preaches’, demonstrating his mindful approach as a skilled golfer himself.

We are truly delighted to collaborate with Geshe La and wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone seeking to bring meaningful, soul-nourishing wellbeing to their community or clients.”

— Beaverbrook

How Becoming the Master Changed Jacqui’s Approach to Golf — and Life

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 10:45:00 +0000

A reader’s experience of rediscovering enjoyment, perspective and self-belief through golf.

“When the student is ready, the master appears.”

For Jacqui, returning to golf later in life became much more than simply trying to improve her game. After not playing since childhood, she returned to golf at the age of 59 and quickly became focused on getting better.
But despite practising regularly and taking lessons, the game was often leaving her frustrated rather than fulfilled.
That began to change when she met Jesse.

Jacqui’s Review

“I truly believe Jesse came into my life when I needed a master the most. After not playing golf since I was a child, I returned to the game at 59 and quickly became obsessed with improving. But despite all the practice and lessons, golf was often making me miserable.

When I met Jesse, I began to realise that many of my struggles were more in my head than in my golf.

When Becoming the Master on the Course and in Life was released, I read it from front to back in one weekend. It helped me understand that golf can be a reflection of ourselves. A bad round no longer had to mean I wasn’t good enough.

Through the book and working with Jesse, I have learned to let go of judgement, focus on each shot, and appreciate what the course is teaching me — the wind, the grass, the lie of the ball, and most importantly, the joy of playing.

This book has changed the way I approach golf and, in many ways, the way I approach life. It has helped me understand that my self-worth is not determined by a scorecard.

Whether you are looking to improve your golf, deepen your self-awareness, or simply find more joy in the game, I highly recommend Becoming the Master on the Course and in Life. It will enrich your life in more ways than one.”

— Jacqui

Why the Mental Side of Golf Matters More Than Most Players Realise

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 22:09:00 +0000

For many golfers, improvement is often approached in the same way—more practice, more lessons, and more focus on technique. While these things are important, they are only part of the story.

Because when you step onto the course, especially under pressure, the real challenge is rarely just physical. It is mental.

The Gap Between Knowing and Doing

Many golfers already understand what they should be doing. They understand their swing. They have had lessons. They have hit thousands of balls on the range.

Yet when it matters, something changes. Tension appears. Focus drifts. Confidence drops.

The result is inconsistency—not because of a lack of knowledge, but because of how the mind responds in the moment.

Why Mindset Shapes Performance

Golf is a unique game.

Unlike many sports, you are given time to think before every shot. And while that can be an advantage, it can also become a source of pressure.

Doubts begin to creep in:

“Don’t hit it in the water.”
“I messed this up last time.”
“I need this shot to go well.”

These thoughts influence your body, your rhythm, and ultimately your outcome. This is why the mental side of golf is so important—it directly affects how you perform.

A Different Approach to Improvement

Instead of focusing only on mechanics, many golfers are beginning to explore a different approach.

One that includes:

Awareness of thoughts and reactions.
The ability to stay present.
A calmer, more disciplined mindset.

This does not replace technique. It supports it—and in many cases, it is the missing piece.

Bringing it All Together

Improving your golf game is not just about hitting better shots. It is about developing a more consistent way of thinking and responding on the course.

When you begin to understand how your mind influences your game, you start to unlock a different level of performance—one that is more stable, more controlled, and ultimately more enjoyable.

Final Thought

Golf will always challenge you. And isn’t that part of why you play?

By developing clarity, awareness, and a more grounded approach, you can begin to meet those challenges differently—and that is where real improvement starts.