Hi @eflin-essie it is a pleasure to meet you through this interaction. What you express resembles the description of Painful Shoulder Syndrome (signs and symptoms associated with pain and inflammation in the elements that compose or structure the shoulder, tendons, joint and muscles). Sometimes it generates considerable limitations to movement due to the impossibility or refusal to avoid pain. It is a common condition due to degenerative causes or wear and tear. I suggest that you consider the options of a specialized assessment in the area of physiotherapy, which use local therapies of cold, heat and infiltrations, associated with pharmacological treatments (excellent results have been described).
On the other hand, I welcome with joy your attitude, it is valuable, your willingness to generate changes and nurture yourself doing other activities. We are what we set out to be, all is not lost and you can be happy in many ways. And why not, take up golf again, with certain preventive measures.
Until another time, it has been a pleasure to be here. I hope your shoulder gets better and you recover your health and well-being.