Playing Through Etiquette

[DeadEye]

The main thing you have to look at.. Does it cause anxiety or problems in your life? Do you want to change it? Then do it. Instead of playing through, ask if they mind if you play with. The worst thing someone can say is 'no', and get over it. DG is supposed to be fun, if you're having that much anxiety just being around people while playing it... there's a problem.

 

[art_vandelay]

You guys are idiots. Funny, but idiots none the less.

 

[hook_nuts]

You act like "getting over" mental blocks requires some magical elixir, and if you don't have that elixir, you're doomed forever. You know what most of those books and podcasts generally say about getting through mental hurdles? PRACTICE! Repeat the action until it no longer becomes difficult. That might be easier to accomplish for some than for others, but it doesn't make it wrong.

Have you stopped to consider that maybe some of the folks in the thread who are simplifying their advice to "stop it" are saying it because it's exactly what they did to get over their own mental game issues? No different than when they respond "practice" to the question of how do I become a better putter. Might be a bit of a smart ass answer, but it doesn't make it poor advice.

If you want technical head-game guru type advice, seek out those books and podcasts that address the mental aspects instead of trying to find it here.

So because you and a couple e-thugs have no meaningful advise the op should go somewhere else? You guys are trying to impose your will (which has been conditioned into you) onto him. That's basically gang rape.

 

[garublador]

Best advice given is to not ask questions here, lol

But thanks to the people who actually had good constructive input, your the ones that I wouldn't mind seeing on the course.

This forum has gotten big enough that there is a significant part of the population that isn't worth listening to. The up side is there are many contributes that give very useful information. I'd say to keep asking questions and learn to distinguish between those two types of posters. It won't take long.

 

[Discette]

This forum has gotten big enough that there is a significant part of the population that isn't worth listening to. The up side is there are many contributors that give very useful information. I'd say to keep asking questions and learn to distinguish between those two types of posters. It won't take long.

Bravo! Post of the century.

 

[The Hammer]

That's basically gang rape.

 

[art_vandelay]

Great movie, one of my favorites...

"Now, a question of etiquette - as I pass, do I give you the ass or the crotch?"

A movie about someone struggling with... mental issues

Best post of the thread. Mods can close it now.

 

[Dan Ensor]

Person 1: "How do I stop rounding when throwing, any good advice or tips?"
Person 2: "Stop it."

Great, thanks...

I'm not sure how you understand that it's a mental-game issue, but can't see the solid advice in this thread. I'll sum up:

1. Just do it. Practice makes perfect.
2. Don't worry about how well you throw. It's a casual round.
3. Remember that no one will think something about you due to one throw.
4. Make a joke to lighten the mood.

etc. ... If this were a form issue, I would have 2 or 3 too many things to think about while I'm throwing.

 

[gradus]

So because you and a couple e-thugs have no meaningful advise the op should go somewhere else? You guys are trying to impose your will (which has been conditioned into you) onto him. That's basically gang rape.

I think your "meaningful" advice was to "train your mind." ...not much different than "stop it." Just because you were courteous enough to towel off when you finished doesn't make you innocent.

 

[hook_nuts]

I think your "meaningful" advice was to "train your mind." ...not much different than "stop it." Just because you were courteous enough to towel off when you finished doesn't make you innocent.

lmao funny but not true

 

[roggenb3]

I think your "meaningful" advice was to "train your mind." ...not much different than "stop it." Just because you were courteous enough to towel off when you finished doesn't make you innocent.

lmao funny but not true

This is all mental and not necessarily a disc golf etiquette issue. First you need to realize how powerful the mind is. The mind is more powerful than any computer because it CAN be reprogrammed instantly. You are worrying too much about what others think of you. Don't assume things. Most people could care less how you throw and if they do judge you that's on them not you. The encounter is brief and forgotten about. Not an issue. You make it an issue by worrying about it. These assumptions you make lead to flawed emotions which in turn is a constraint on life. Enjoy yourself. Train your mind.

...:|

Instantly program your mind = Stop it.

 

[ILackDiscance]

I can understand where the OP is coming from. I hate people playing behind me, and I also hate when people tell me to play through. Not because I'm nervous or don't like people watching, I just tend to play and feel rushed. The key is to remind yourself to slow down and take your time.

 

[@iDiscGolf]

Etiquette bump:

What do you do if someone throws in on you, while your putting out? And it was a thumber that spike hyzered 3 feet from you. You can tell by the impact sound.

They couldnt necessarily see you, blind hole. And they also jumped in at hole 3 in front of the group that was knowingly playing behind you.

What do you do or say?

 

[PBokor]

Righteous indignation is warranted.

 

[Hampstead]

Thanks for the disc?

 

[ru4por]

Etiquette bump:

What do you do if someone throws in on you, while your putting out? And it was a thumber that spike hyzered 3 feet from you. You can tell by the impact sound.

They couldnt necessarily see you, blind hole. And they also jumped in at hole 3 in front of the group that was knowingly playing behind you.

What do you do or say?

Very infrequently is it even possible to discuss common sense or common courtesy with those without any. But, I would make an honest, friendly attempt to educate the player(s). Letting them know that jumping holes, is a benefit to only them, at the expense of all other groups, and throwing into players is dangerous. My guess is the entitled will have a very difficult time understanding this logic. Shrug, let them know throwing into you again is a very bad idea and swing back into disc golf bliss mode.

 

[scarpfish]

If my bladder was full when something like that happened, I know what I'd like to do.

 

[BrotherDave]

Etiquette bump:

What do you do if someone throws in on you, while your putting out? And it was a thumber that spike hyzered 3 feet from you. You can tell by the impact sound.

They couldnt necessarily see you, blind hole. And they also jumped in at hole 3 in front of the group that was knowingly playing behind you.

What do you do or say?

Bury it under leaves and enjoy the buffer in play this creates as they spend time looking for it.


I don't bemoan people for jumping in at random places though. For example at one course I play frequently, it's common practice to play the "figure eight" layout and jump onto the adjacent course after hole 8 of the other and jump back on after you finish that 18 hole course. Like the great Van Halen once said, "Mise well jump."

 

[@iDiscGolf]

Thanks for the disc?

I had to think quick. I didn't. But, if the disc lands close enough to grab without moving your feet, you're probably entitled to it eh?

Very infrequently is it even possible to discuss common sense or common courtesy with those without any. But, I would make an honest, friendly attempt to educate the player(s). Letting them know that jumping holes, is a benefit to only them, at the expense of all other groups, and throwing into players is dangerous. My guess is the entitled will have a very difficult time understanding this logic. Shrug, let them know throwing into you again is a very bad idea and swing back into disc golf bliss mode.

I told the guy. Hey I'm putting out, in a what the **** kinda way. He was apologetic. I kinda felt like a jerk after? But why

If my bladder was full when something like that happened, I know what I'd like to do.

Next time. That good craft beer piss too.

Bury it under leaves and enjoy the buffer in play this creates as they spend time looking for it.


I don't bemoan people for jumping in at random places though. For example at one course I play frequently, it's common practice to play the "figure eight" layout and jump onto the adjacent course after hole 8 of the other and jump back on after you finish that 18 hole course. Like the great Van Halen once said, "Mise well jump."

I like the first part. I think that's the ticket.

And the only reason I mention the starting at not one, is that is part of the reason he assumed no one was there. He started at a blind hole and said **** the world im trying to ace this hole with a thumber. He also kinda screwed the group behind him (me) because we weren't even seperated by a hole. They were probably putting out and he just swooped in on the next tee pad.

 

[THUGNIFICENT763]

Proper etiquette is let faster groups play through. It is on most of the rules signs that I have seen at courses. I have no problem throwing over people who neglect to let me play through, but I only do that to jerks who need to be humbled. For the most part, people in MN get it, but idiots pop up every so often.