Bubba Watson: Chasing Trophies Was the Wrong Path
ONCE YOU ACHIEVE YOUR DREAMS, YOU HAVE TO CREATE NEW ONES.
Do you remember what you dreamed about when you were little?
So often, we get what we always wanted, and then we get greedy.
We start wanting more money and more recognition. But that stuff doesn’t make you happy.
It’s time to get your priorities straight.
Remember why you started in the first place.
On today’s episode of The School of Greatness, I talk with one of the best golfers in the world who is grateful just to be able to play: Bubba Watson.
Bubba Watson Jr. is a self-taught professional golfer who is a 12-time PGA Tour Champion. Bubba reached a career-high 2nd place in the Official World Golf Ranking.
Bubba is a famous golfer, but he feels the most loved when he is serving. The way he gives back to his community and helps others is truly inspiring.
He wants to be a hall-of-fame husband and dad.
So get ready to learn how to thrive by spinning your negatives into positives on Episode 761.
Some Questions I Ask:
When did you realize you had talent? (8:00)
Did you ever think you would be an Olympian? (16:00)
What did adopting kids do for your career? (22:00)
Do you think you would be as successful as you are now without your dad passing? (31:30)
What’s your biggest flaw? (39:30)
When do you feel the most loved? (43:00)
In This Episode You Will Learn:
Why golf isn’t about money for Bubba (11:00)
About Bubba’s new goal after he accomplished his 10-win PGA Tour goal (15:00)
How Bubba’s father’s sickness changed his perspective (28:00)
How to spin negatives into positives (35:00)
The importance of giving back (48:30)
What adoption means to Bubba (53:00)
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