This document discusses the "inner game" concept of having two selves - a conscious self (Self 1) and subconscious self (Self 2). It explains that Self 2 controls timing and fluidity through instinct, while Self 1 provides constant instruction and judgment. To strengthen performance, one must strengthen Self 2 by letting go of judgment, focusing on the present, and allowing natural, implicit learning to guide one without interference from Self 1. Mastering the inner game creates confidence, focus, enjoyment and allows one to follow their subconscious instincts to maximize their potential.

1. INNER
GAME OF
TENNIS
B O O K R E V I E W

2. “Success is decided in
the mind even before
you enter into the
Arena”
WHAT IS INNER
GAME

3. 2 SELF IN HUMAN MIND
Teller - Self 1
(Conscious
Mind)
I
Doer - Self 2
(Sub-Conscious
Mind)
Myself

4. ATTRIBUTES OF SELF 1
• Self 1 is (I) which Instructs what self 2 (myself) has to do continuously
– E.g Stop being nervous during a presentation
– Mind discussion on change the shot next time
– Stand straight before starting the speaking, while you are speaking.
• When you constantly listen to Self 1, your performance becomes
undesirable.

5. ATTRIBUTES OF SELF 2
• Self 2 which includes the sub-conscious mind, nervous system, hears
everything, never forgets anything and is anything but stupid.
• Timing and fluidity are the strengths of Self 2
• Self 2 is guided by instinct
• It will let go off the judgement and work from the space where It already
knows.

6. WHAT NEED TO STRENGTHEN SELF 2
• How can you be consciously be unconscious , it may sound contradicting, but it is possible ?
• Let go off all your judgement on yourself.
• It is always easy to dwell in the past and think on that, Instead of fighting the thoughts, guide them.
• Guide your thoughts to focus on here and now.
• How can you guide your thoughts ?
– You can do this when you are self confident
– Non Judgemental
– Trusting yourself.
• There is no right way or wrong way, it is always what works for you best, personally.
• How can you do that ?
– By not Intellectualising your experience.
– Which we call it as Natural Learning (e.g Kids learn without fear or doubt)

7. IMPLICIT LEARNING
(NATURAL LEARNING)
• Implicit learning is the one we have done it from our baby time.
– E.g Learning to Walk
– E.g. Learning to speak
– E.g. Learning to eat
• All these learning we know, but we forgot when we have grown, due to interference
externally from our parents, society, schools etc…
• When we reduce our interference then one can strengthen the implicit learning.
• Which will strengthen one’s Self 2 (Conscious) and can guide your Self 1 (Conscious).

8. BENEFITS OF INNER GAME
• Creates self confident in you.
• Helps you to be in the moment
• Helps you to enjoy the process
• Helps following your sub conscious mind (Self 2)
• Let go of your judgement
• Minimize the dependence of approval
• Minimize guidance from others
• Allowing your Self 2 to guide Self 1

9. FORMULA FOR
INNER GAME
Performance = Grow Potential - Reduce
Interference
Don’t be just a doer in life,
instead perform, Learn, evolve
and maximise your enjoyment of
the limited time you are given -
Tim Galway

10. THANK
YOU