Golf Saved My Life

🎙️ How Golf Helped Me Through Depression | Sam’s StoryHow can golf change your life?In this episode of the Birdie Golf Club Podcast, Sam shares his honest and powerful story of how golf became a lifeline through some of the toughest periods of his life.From struggles with mental health, debt and dark moments, to finding peace, purpose and routine through golf — this is a conversation about resilience, honesty and the impact the game can have beyond the scorecard.If you’ve ever felt the mental weight of life, this episode is a reminder that you’re not alone.Reach out to Sam at talktogsml@gmail.com🧠 What We Cover• Sam’s journey through mental health struggles • How golf became a form of therapy and routine • The importance of getting out on the course • Using golf as both social connection and personal escape • Sharing his story online and helping others • The power of honesty and vulnerability • Balancing golf, life and self-care • The mental side of performance and expectations • Golf as more than just a game ⏱ Chapters00:16 – Introduction and episode overview 01:15 – Golf season reflections 02:10 – Golf and mental health 09:40 – Sharing his story online 14:05 – Social media and support 19:20 – Vulnerability and honesty 25:36 – Balancing golf and life 32:45 – Golf tech and practice 43:55 – Mental approach to golf 52:27 – Watching golf and formats 62:01 – Golf as entertainment 66:42 – Final thoughts 🤝 Podcast Partners👟 Payntr Golf – 15% Off Performance golf footwear worn by Jason Day, Justin Rose, Sam Burns and Min Woo Lee. 👉 https://payntrgolf.co.uk CODE: BIRDIEGOLFCLUBPODCAST 📊 Shot Scope – 15% Off Performance tracking trusted by serious golfers. 👉 https://shotscope.com/?rfsn=8805411.2f49ef5&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=8805411.2f49ef5 CODE: BIRDIEGOLFCLUB 🌍 Golf Escapes Plan your next golf trip and earn Double Escape Points. 👉 https://www.golf-escapes.com/the-birdie-golf-club-podcast-with-golf-escapes/ CODE: BIRDIEDOUBLEPOINTS 🔔 Subscribe New episodes every Tuesday featuring golfers, coaches and real stories from the game.If you love golf beyond just swing tips — this is your podcast.⚠️ If you’re struggling, please consider speaking to someone you trust or a professional. You are not alone.