258: Jayne Storey - Relaxed Readiness, Inner Quietude, and the Deeper Dimensions of Golf

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Sep 30, 2025

Jayne Storey, a writer and meditation expert, explores the fusion of spirituality and golf. She discusses how letting go and embracing flow can enhance performance, turning the game into a spiritual practice. Jayne delves into the concept of 'relaxed readiness,' connecting Tai Chi principles to achieving calmness under pressure. The conversation highlights the importance of trusting your body and recognizing when to step back, allowing true skill to emerge. Discover how golf can be a path for self-expression and inner fulfillment.

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ADVICE

Adopt Vigilant Passivity

Cultivate 'vigilant passivity': hold a clear intention while staying passive and quiet.
Jayne says this inner stance allows flow to arise without forcing it.

ADVICE

Practice So Breath Anchors You Under Pressure

Build the habit of meditation so you can access calm breathing under pressure during play.
Jayne warns you need practice to remain grounded when nervous moments arise.

INSIGHT

Nervousness Springs From Ego Concerns

Nervousness often arises from ego concerns about appearing good or avoiding looking bad.
Jayne links ego-driven tension to movement disruption and recommends body connection to reduce it.

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In this episode, I sit down with Jayne Storey for a deep conversation about golf, performance, and the inner life of an athlete. Jayne brings decades of experience in meditation, movement, and spiritual practice.

Golf feels hard when you’re trying to control every move. So we dig into how letting go leads to freedom and flow on the course. If you’re tired of grinding and want to just feel golf again, this is the conversation you need.

Thanks to Jayne for the thoughtful exploration of how golf can open the door to something far greater than just the game itself.

Topics discussed:

Golf as a Spiritual Practice – beyond the game and into self-expression
Sri Aurobindo’s Teachings – spirit, matter, and the athletic body
Scheffler’s Search for Fulfillment – dissatisfaction and meaning in sport
Flow and Meditation – entering the state where golf plays itself
Jayne’s Journey Through Movement Arts – Tai Chi, yoga, and swimming
Chi Energy in Sport – subtle awareness and performance
Relaxed Readiness – the paradox of being loose yet prepared
Getting Out of Your Own Way – surrendering to the swing
Ego on the Course – tension, fear, and the desire to succeed
Vigilant Passivity – alert presence without interference
Trusting the Body – allowing skill to emerge naturally
Equanimity Under Pressure – calmness when it matters most
Practices for Presence – meditation, grounding, and soft focus
Gratitude and Devotion – embracing golf as a higher offering
The Spiritual Horizon of Sport – where performance meets transcendence

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Jayne Storey's links:

Website: chi-performance.com

Books: chi-performance.com/books

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