I played golf today. First time in years. I played ok, however, not that efficiently. Most swings were a struggle. We had a LPGA pro play with us for a few holes. She was efficiency defined. Effortless, smooth, power delivered consistently in the same manner with each swing.
Made me think of this question. What am I efficient at? What have I practiced so much that when I execute, I deliver effortlessly?
Guy
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