There are always ups and downs in golf. There are days when you shoot a low number and leave the course with a broad smile, and then there are times when you leave feeling frustrated.
I won three of my Asian Tour titles through a play-off and I can tell you that the victories did not come easy. Golf fans and the press often ask me how I deal with the pressure when I'm competing in a tournament.
The answer is that I rely on anuloma viloma (alternate nostril) meditation, which keeps me calm and collected throughout the tournament. Meditation has given me a new perspective on how to control my emotions, and this helps me recover mentally after a bad round, or after a bad shot.
Here's my simple guide to meditation techniques.
Find a relaxing spot and sit with your legs crossed, or in the lotus position if you can.