Are you a shotmaker?

[(((Satori)))]

"Trying to implant a goal that is incongruent with the self-image is like trying to plant grain by dropping seeds on rock-hard, bone-dry ground. No one can consistently outperform his or her self-image. No one can overcome it with willpower. No one can sneak past it and perform in an incongruent manner. The bottom line is that you cannot “do” things without “being” the kind of person who does those things. You must “be” to “do” —Dr. Maxwell Maltz



Belief- the number 1 ingredient to successfully pocket balls.

 

[LAMas]

"Trying to implant a goal that is incongruent with the self-image is like trying to plant grain by dropping seeds on rock-hard, bone-dry ground. No one can consistently outperform his or her self-image. No one can overcome it with willpower. No one can sneak past it and perform in an incongruent manner. The bottom line is that you cannot “do” things without “being” the kind of person who does those things. You must “be” to “do” —Dr. Maxwell Maltz



Belief- the number 1 ingredient to successfully pocket balls.

Interesting quote.
As one gains experience in life and it's elements, new challenges can emerge and entice one to master the challenge.

 

[(((Satori)))]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=29Z7pqAkc4Q

 

[(((Satori)))]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z9wlnlgUdNA


San Jose Dick has a theory that he has stated a few times on here. He says a player either has "it" or he don't. His controversial theory is founded on the fact that he has observed players practice and practice for years and never reach a level of play greater than a C or a B level while the great players that he has observed reached that level relatively quickly. These great players reached A speed and beyond in a couple of years after gaining a knowledge of how to play, fundamentals, strategy, physics of the game, and putting it to use they reached a potential that was much greater than the B or C level player who has practiced for 30 plus years in some cases. They had "it" in San Jose Dick's words. But what is it? I believe the above video and the ones that follow give as good of an explanation of what it is as anything.

Enjoy!

 

[(((Satori)))]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=puPlHwV7GAE


If you are interested in learning the teachings of Dr. Maxwell Maltz then the above link is a 6 hr. program.

@ 15:55 he gives an explanation of what the self image is and how it works.

@ 10:35 you get an overview of what is covered in the 12 sections of the program.


I recommend that everyone at least listen to these two time slots to see if perhaps what is on the program interests them.

 

[Neil]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z9wlnlgUdNA


San Jose Dick has a theory that he has stated a few times on here. He says a player either has "it" or he don't. His controversial theory is founded on the fact that he has observed players practice and practice for years and never reach a level of play greater than a C or a B level while the great players that he has observed reached that level relatively quickly. These great players reached A speed and beyond in a couple of years after gaining a knowledge of how to play, fundamentals, strategy, physics of the game, and putting it to use they reached a potential that was much greater than the B or C level player who has practiced for 30 plus years in some cases. They had "it" in San Jose Dick's words. But what is it? I believe the above video and the ones that follow give as good of an explanation of what it is as anything.

Enjoy!

Yes, that is a big part of it. Some of us on here have stated such a number of times. Yet, there is still more to it than that. That is observance. If one thinks they are doing A, but actually doing B, then they will program their subconscious with false info. Eventually leaving your subcounscious not knowing what to do. There are ways to program your subconscious and not have it short out on you, but once you start adding proper info, then you create problems. You essentially are stuck living in a make believe world that may work, may not work for an extended period of time. Much better to properly progam yourself to start with. Then you have much room to grow.

 

[CJ Wiley]

always show three different ways each technique can be achieved

"Trying to implant a goal that is incongruent with the self-image is like trying to plant grain by dropping seeds on rock-hard, bone-dry ground. No one can consistently outperform his or her self-image. No one can overcome it with willpower. No one can sneak past it and perform in an incongruent manner. The bottom line is that you cannot “do” things without “being” the kind of person who does those things. You must “be” to “do” —Dr. Maxwell Maltz
Belief- the number 1 ingredient to successfully pocket balls.

I agree, we all have different personalities that are reflected through our style, - it especially effects how we hold the cue and the different aspect like shot making and position play (power or finesse).

There are common denominators, and I try to teach the "model" that I learned, then help the student discover their best way of doing it. I tell them what's going to happen through this process and always show three different ways each technique can be achieved. This takes into consideration three types of personalities that generally express through the game (there may be more, these are main ones).

then the game can truly be their teacher.......

 

[(((Satori)))]

Yes, that is a big part of it. Some of us on here have stated such a number of times. Yet, there is still more to it than that.

Lanny Bassham breaks down peak performance into three areas.



1) Conscious

2) Subconscious

3) Self image



When all three are fully developed and you are utilizing each optimally you are in what he calls the triad state. (zone)



When one or more is underdeveloped or temporarily not be used effectively your performance suffers



Here is a brief example of what each area refers to and how they relate to performance



Conscious- has to do with analyzing and knowledge You need an understanding of what is possible For example if you have a 45 degree cut and you plan on drawing the ball straight back then you need more knowledge You must also know the right shots for a fully developed conscious circle your strategy for the game must be tight Conscious also deals with your focus are you able to keep your head in the game and your mind positive?



Subconscious has to do with skill are your skills developed to the point to where you don't need to focus on how to do something, only what to do? For example you need to draw the ball back three diamonds, do you see and do or are you calculating how much low to use how hard to hit it and where to aim? When your subconscious is developed and being utilized the conscious is more free to do its job plus playing subconsciously is just a much more powerful way to play.


Finally there is the self image. Are you a 100 ball runner? Are you capable of running the set? Are you capable of making this shot, performing under pressure, consistently getting out, closing out the match, coming from behind, whatever. You will not be able to consistently play above the level that you believe you can. If YOU BELIEVE it's not like you to make long cut shots then you will struggle with them etc etc


You are right Neil, the self image is not the end all be all. It is one of the three ingredients but if anyone out there has been practicing and practicing yet still struggles with consistant results. Or if they play good in practice then dog it for the cash then the self image is an area of focus for them.

 

[Neil]

Lanny Bassham breaks down peak performance into three areas.



1) Conscious

2) Subconscious

3) Self image



When all three are fully developed and you are utilizing each optimally you are in what he calls the triad state. (zone)



When one or more is underdeveloped or temporarily not be used effectively your performance suffers



Here is a brief example of what each area refers to and how they relate to performance



Conscious- has to do with analyzing and knowledge You need an understanding of what is possible For example if you have a 45 degree cut and you plan on drawing the ball straight back then you need more knowledge You must also know the right shots for a fully developed conscious circle your strategy for the game must be tight Conscious also deals with your focus are you able to keep your head in the game and your mind positive?



Subconscious has to do with skill are your skills developed to the point to where you don't need to focus on how to do something, only what to do? For example you need to draw the ball back three diamonds, do you see and do or are you calculating how much low to use how hard to hit it and where to aim? When your subconscious is developed and being utilized the conscious is more free to do its job plus playing subconsciously is just a much more powerful way to play.


Finally there is the self image. Are you a 100 ball runner? Are you capable of running the set? Are you capable of making this shot, performing under pressure, consistently getting out, closing out the match, coming from behind, whatever. You will not be able to consistently play above the level that you believe you can. If YOU BELIEVE it's not like you to make long cut shots then you will struggle with them etc etc


You are right Neil, the self image is not the end all be all. It is one of the three ingredients but if anyone out there has been practicing and practicing yet still struggles with consistant results. Or if they play good in practice then dog it for the cash then the self image is an area of focus for them.

I agree that it is probably the largest thing that holds people back.

 

[(((Satori)))]

I agree, we all have different personalities that are reflected through our style, - it especially effects how we hold the cue and the different aspect like shot making and position play (power or finesse).

There are common denominators, and I try to teach the "model" that I learned, then help the student discover their best way of doing it. I tell them what's going to happen through this process and always show three different ways each technique can be achieved. This takes into consideration three types of personalities that generally express through the game (there may be more, these are main ones).

then the game can truly be their teacher.......

There are two stories of yours that come to mind.

1) Is the story of how you used to use your steering wheel as a cue ball as you traveled on the road. You said you use to see objects in the distance as object balls and pockets and over and over in your mind you use to see the angles and make the connections. How many balls would you say you have pocketed in your mind? None of them rattled either huh. Some might not see the significance but those moments traveling were priceless imo. That is exactly the type of mental image training that Maltz spoke of.

2) The second story that stands out to me is when you were struggling finishing opponents off, booking winners instead of breaking even. Your mentor had the talk with you and he left you with a choice to make. The nnext match you played you did the same thing... you got ahead and then started letting him come back. But that was the night that things changed. If I remember right you took a break, took a long hard look in the mirror, and made a decision on who you were. You saw a player with no quit and you knew that that is who you were going to be starting then. It is who you now were and the results you saw because of it we re obvious. Your self image changed that day and it is a moment you will never forget.