Think Above Par | Your Mental Caddy for Golf Mindset & Performance
Published by Kathy Hart Wood
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Serious golfer? You know you’ve got the talent—but your brain keeps getting in the way. Think Above Par helps you master the mental game of golf , stop overthinking , and quit worrying about what others think on the course so you can play calm, confident, and consistent golf every round. If you’re a serious golfer who knows you’re leaving shots out on the course, Think Above Par is your go-to podcast for mastering the mental game of golf . Hosted by Kathy Hart —a former Tour player, Top 50 Teacher, and Certified Mental Coach—each episode helps you strengthen your golf mindset , manage pressure , and play calm, confident, and consistent golf . You’ll discover why you underperform under pressure , how to stop overthinking your swing , and what to do when you’re worried about what others think on the golf course . Whether you struggle with performance anxiety, perfectionism, or negative self-talk , Kathy shares proven mental-game tools to help you unlock your talent, enjoy the game again, and lower your golf scores . Learn how to think above par —so you can play below par . Subscribe now to your weekly dose of golf mindset coaching and start transforming your golf brain today.
Putting Yips: What Causes Them and How to Fix Them.
Got the putting yips and wondering how to fix them? In this episode, I’m breaking down what causes the putting yips—from wonky mechanics and inconsistent routines to fear, doubt, and self-imposed pressure. You’ll learn how to determine what’s feeding your nervy putting stroke, what to work on first, and a few simple putting drills to help you feel calmer and more confident over short putts. No shame, no panic, and no pretending a new putter will solve everything. Although…it might be worth a try. Want help managing your golf brain on and off the course? Learn more here: the Master Your Golf Brain System powered by My Mental Caddy™️ app Receive free weekly mental golf tips HERE How many shots is your mental golf costing you? Take the quiz here: quiz.mymentalcaddy.com Continue your mental journey at Your Mental Caddy HERE Mastering Your Golf Brain - A Guide to Self-Coaching Mastering Your Golf Brain - The Workbook Mental Golf Journal - A Range for Your Brain Are all available at KathyHartWood.com/book Email Kathy at Kathy@KathyHartWood.com Website: KathyHartWood.com
How to Choose Better Thoughts on the Golf Course
Golfers say a lot of things—to themselves and to each other—and sometimes those “helpful” comments create more doubt than confidence. In this episode, I’m talking about how to notice the thoughts running through your golf brain, decide whether they’re actually useful, and be more intentional with what you say to your playing partners. You don’t have to judge every thought, fix every thought, or believe every thought. Sometimes you just need to notice it, let it pass, and hit the next shot. Want help managing your golf brain on and off the course? Learn more here: the Master Your Golf Brain System powered by My Mental Caddy™️ app Receive free weekly mental golf tips HERE How many shots is your mental golf costing you? Take the quiz here: quiz.mymentalcaddy.com Continue your mental journey at Your Mental Caddy HERE Mastering Your Golf Brain - A Guide to Self-Coaching Mastering Your Golf Brain - The Workbook Mental Golf Journal - A Range for Your Brain Are all available at KathyHartWood.com/book Email Kathy at Kathy@KathyHartWood.com Website: KathyHartWood.com
Stop Trying to Focus for 18 Holes
Ever feel like you should be able to stay focused for all 18 holes? Yeah… good luck with that. In this episode, I’m giving you permission to stop trying to focus for four straight hours like some kind of highly caffeinated golf robot. Your brain is supposed to wander. It’s human. It’s normal. It may even start thinking about dinner, the beverage cart, or why Betty won’t stop talking right before you hit. The real skill isn’t perfect focus. It’s learning how to refocus. You’ll learn why losing focus doesn’t mean something has gone wrong, how to bring your brain back to the shot in front of you, and why your pre-shot routine can become your best little reset button. We’ll also talk about what happens after a bad shot, when your focus gets stuck on the mistake and suddenly one swing turns into four holes of mental drama. Golf is not a game of perfect focus. It’s a game of repeated refocusing. So if your brain wanders off like a puppy rolling in a dead frog, don’t panic. Just bring it back to the fairway. Want help managing your golf brain on and off the course? Learn more here: the Master Your Golf Brain System powered by My Mental Caddy™️ app Receive free weekly mental golf tips HERE How many shots is your mental golf costing you? Take the quiz here: quiz.mymentalcaddy.com Continue your mental journey at Your Mental Caddy HERE Mastering Your Golf Brain - A Guide to Self-Coaching Mastering Your Golf Brain - The Workbook Mental Golf Journal - A Range for Your Brain Are all available at KathyHartWood.com/book Email Kathy at Kathy@KathyHartWood.com Website: KathyHartWood.com
How to Settle Into Your Round Faster
Ever feel like it takes three, four, or even five holes before you finally feel like yourself on the golf course? In this episode of Think Above Par, I'm talking about one of the most common challenges golfers face—getting into the rhythm of a round. Whether you're dealing with first tee nerves, tournament anxiety, or just feeling out of sync early in your round, I'll show you why it's completely normal... and why making it a problem only keeps you stuck there longer. You'll learn: Why you don't have to feel comfortable to play good golf. How to stop judging those first few swings. The mindset shift that helps you settle into your round faster. Why neutral thinking leads to better scores and more enjoyable golf. You don't have to wait until Hole #5 to start playing your game. Learn how to trust yourself, manage your mind, and play solid golf—even while you're still settling in. If you're ready to improve your golf mindset and lower your scores without changing your swing, this episode is for you. Want help managing your golf brain on and off the course? Learn more here: the Master Your Golf Brain System powered by My Mental Caddy™️ app Receive free weekly mental golf tips HERE How many shots is your mental golf costing you? Take the quiz here: quiz.mymentalcaddy.com Continue your mental journey at Your Mental Caddy HERE Mastering Your Golf Brain - A Guide to Self-Coaching Mastering Your Golf Brain - The Workbook Mental Golf Journal - A Range for Your Brain Are all available at KathyHartWood.com/book Email Kathy at Kathy@KathyHartWood.com Website: KathyHartWood.com
The 3 Questions Every Golfer Should Ask After a Round
What if your next breakthrough on the golf course isn’t happening during your round—but after it? In this episode, I’m sharing an excerpt from a live coaching session inside Your Mental Caddie where we talk about one of the most overlooked skills in golf: learning from your rounds instead of simply reacting to them. Most golfers either celebrate a good round or try to forget a bad one. But both approaches leave valuable lessons behind. I’ll walk you through the three simple questions I encourage every golfer to ask after a round so you can build your mental toolkit, strengthen your confidence, and create solutions that actually help you perform better the next time you tee it up. You'll learn: Why identifying what went well is critical for confidence How to evaluate mistakes without beating yourself up The mental patterns that keep showing up in your game How to create your own solutions instead of feeling at the mercy of golf A simple process for turning every round into a learning opportunity Remember: every round gives you data. The golfers who improve fastest are the ones who know how to use it. If you're ready to build a stronger mental game one round at a time, this episode is for you. ⛳️ Want help managing your golf brain on and off the course? Learn more here: the Master Your Golf Brain System powered by My Mental Caddy™️ app Receive free weekly mental golf tips HERE How many shots is your mental golf costing you? Take the quiz here: quiz.mymentalcaddy.com Continue your mental journey at Your Mental Caddy HERE Mastering Your Golf Brain - A Guide to Self-Coaching Mastering Your Golf Brain - The Workbook Mental Golf Journal - A Range for Your Brain Are all available at KathyHartWood.com/book Email Kathy at Kathy@KathyHartWood.com Website: KathyHartWood.com
Why You Always Get Bad Breaks in Golf
Do you feel like you're always getting the bad breaks on the golf course? The tree kick that goes out of bounds. The putt that lips out. The weather that seems to turn against you at exactly the wrong moment. In this episode, Kathy explores why so many golfers feel unlucky—and why the reality may be very different. You'll learn how your brain naturally pays more attention to negative events, how that shapes your experience on the course, and why the story that you're "unlucky" might be costing you more strokes than the bad breaks themselves. Plus, Kathy shares a simple exercise you can use during your next round to shift what you're looking for, change your perspective, and start giving equal airtime to the good breaks that often go unnoticed. Because sometimes it's not the golf course working against you. It's the scorecard your brain is keeping. Want help managing your golf brain on and off the course? Learn more here: the Master Your Golf Brain System powered by My Mental Caddy™️ app Receive free weekly mental golf tips HERE How many shots is your mental golf costing you? Take the quiz here: quiz.mymentalcaddy.com Continue your mental journey at Your Mental Caddy HERE Mastering Your Golf Brain - A Guide to Self-Coaching Mastering Your Golf Brain - The Workbook Mental Golf Journal - A Range for Your Brain Are all available at KathyHartWood.com/book Email Kathy at Kathy@KathyHartWood.com Website: KathyHartWood.com
Why Golf Gets Hard Again (Even When You're Playing Well)
Ever feel like you finally figured golf out... and then the game gets hard again? In this episode, I explain why that's completely normal. Golf isn't a problem to solve—it's a practice. Just when you think you've arrived, the game will invite you into a new level of growth, discomfort, and learning. You'll learn why setbacks don't mean you've gone backwards, how your brain's negativity bias can pull you off course, and the one question to ask instead of, "What's wrong with me?" Because there is no graduation in golf—only practice. And that's actually good news. ⛳ Want help managing your golf brain on and off the course? Learn more here: the Master Your Golf Brain System powered by My Mental Caddy™️ app Receive free weekly mental golf tips HERE How many shots is your mental golf costing you? Take the quiz here: quiz.mymentalcaddy.com Continue your mental journey at Your Mental Caddy HERE Mastering Your Golf Brain - A Guide to Self-Coaching Mastering Your Golf Brain - The Workbook Mental Golf Journal - A Range for Your Brain Are all available at KathyHartWood.com/book Email Kathy at Kathy@KathyHartWood.com Website: KathyHartWood.com
The Hidden Pace Problem in Golf
Ever notice how some golfers seem to be playing in fast-forward while others move like they're on a Sunday stroll? In this episode, I'm sharing a simple analogy that can help you understand your mental game in a whole new way: your personal speed limit. Some golfers speed up under pressure. Others slow down and get stuck overthinking. Neither is wrong—but when you get pushed outside your natural pace by your playing partners, pace of play, or your own emotions, your performance can suffer. I'll show you how to identify your speed, recognize when you're getting out of your zone, and stay in a rhythm that helps you play your best golf. Because confidence isn't about playing faster or slower—it's about knowing your pace and trusting it. Want help managing your golf brain on and off the course? Learn more here: the Master Your Golf Brain System powered by My Mental Caddy™️ app Receive free weekly mental golf tips HERE How many shots is your mental golf costing you? Take the quiz here: quiz.mymentalcaddy.com Continue your mental journey at Your Mental Caddy HERE Mastering Your Golf Brain - A Guide to Self-Coaching Mastering Your Golf Brain - The Workbook Mental Golf Journal - A Range for Your Brain Are all available at KathyHartWood.com/book Email Kathy at Kathy@KathyHartWood.com Website: KathyHartWood.com
How to Shift Your Energy During a Bad Golf Round
Have you ever noticed how quickly the energy in your foursome can affect your golf game? One frustrated player, one bad hole, one negative mood—and suddenly everybody’s struggling. In this episode, Kathy breaks down the connection between energy, emotions, and golf performance. You’ll learn how to recognize when your mental state is hurting your game, how to reset your energy during a round, and why confidence has less to do with your swing and more to do with the emotional state you bring to the course. This episode is packed with practical golf mindset coaching to help you stop spiraling, protect your energy, and play with more calm, confidence, and intention—especially after a tough start. Want help managing your golf brain on and off the course? Learn more here: the Master Your Golf Brain System powered by My Mental Caddy™️ app Receive free weekly mental golf tips HERE How many shots is your mental golf costing you? Take the quiz here: quiz.mymentalcaddy.com Continue your mental journey at Your Mental Caddy HERE Mastering Your Golf Brain - A Guide to Self-Coaching Mastering Your Golf Brain - The Workbook Mental Golf Journal - A Range for Your Brain Are all available at KathyHartWood.com/book Email Kathy at Kathy@KathyHartWood.com Website: KathyHartWood.com
The 5 Moments Your Golf Brain Costs You Shots
Most golfers think they lose shots because of their swing. But if your swing was working on the range… chances are it’s not your swing costing you strokes on the course. It’s what happens in a handful of very specific mental moments during the round. In this episode, Kathy walks through 5 moments where golfers commonly lose control of their minds — and their scorecards: ⛳ The first tee ⛳ After the first mistake ⛳ Mid-round mental drift ⛳ When the score starts to matter ⛳ The final holes when golfers start protecting instead of playing You’ll learn why these moments feel so hard, what your brain is actually doing, and why most golfers don’t have a process for handling them. If you’ve ever thought: “I know I can play better than this…” This episode is for you. Plus, Kathy shares details about her new program, The Master Your Golf Brain System— a complete mental game system designed to help golfers stop hoping their brain behaves on the course and finally build a process they can trust. Want help managing your golf brain on and off the course? Learn more here: the Master Your Golf Brain System powered by My Mental Caddy™️ app Receive free weekly mental golf tips HERE How many shots is your mental golf costing you? Take the quiz here: quiz.mymentalcaddy.com Continue your mental journey at Your Mental Caddy HERE Mastering Your Golf Brain - A Guide to Self-Coaching Mastering Your Golf Brain - The Workbook Mental Golf Journal - A Range for Your Brain Are all available at KathyHartWood.com/book Email Kathy at Kathy@KathyHartWood.com Website: KathyHartWood.com
The Mental Game Tip Golfers Will Actually Use
What if golfers could get mental game help right before they tee off… without having to read a book, hire a coach, or admit they’re “in their head”? 😏 In this episode, I’m sharing the new project I’m ridiculously excited about: Mental Game Monday QR tips at golf clubs. Weekly bite-sized mental game insights golfers can scan right at the course — before the first tee nerves, after the blow-up hole, or heading into a big tournament round. We’re talking about the golfers who secretly struggle, the juniors learning the game right now, and why sometimes ONE small mindset shift changes everything. Because better golf starts with a better-managed mind. Want help managing your golf brain on and off the course? Learn more here: the Master Your Golf Brain System powered by My Mental Caddy™️ app Receive free weekly mental golf tips HERE How many shots is your mental golf costing you? Take the quiz here: quiz.mymentalcaddy.com Continue your mental journey at Your Mental Caddy HERE Mastering Your Golf Brain - A Guide to Self-Coaching Mastering Your Golf Brain - The Workbook Mental Golf Journal - A Range for Your Brain Are all available at KathyHartWood.com/book Email Kathy at Kathy@KathyHartWood.com Website: KathyHartWood.com
The 3 Biggest Mental Game Lies in Golf
You’ve probably heard this advice before: “Just stay positive.” “Don’t think so much.” “Confidence comes from playing well.” Sounds right… but it’s not. In this episode, I’m breaking down the three biggest lies golf taught you about the mental game—and why they might actually be making your game worse. We’re talking about why forced positivity feels fake, why you can’t stop thinking (and shouldn’t try), and why tying your confidence to your score is a losing strategy. This isn’t about thinking happier thoughts. It’s about thinking better ones. If you’re tired of doing all the “right” mental game things and still feeling stuck, this episode will show you what actually works—so you can play with more clarity, confidence, and a lot less mental chaos. Let’s clean this up and get your brain working for you again. Want help managing your golf brain on and off the course? Learn more here: the Master Your Golf Brain System powered by My Mental Caddy™️ app Receive free weekly mental golf tips HERE How many shots is your mental golf costing you? Take the quiz here: quiz.mymentalcaddy.com Continue your mental journey at Your Mental Caddy HERE Mastering Your Golf Brain - A Guide to Self-Coaching Mastering Your Golf Brain - The Workbook Mental Golf Journal - A Range for Your Brain Are all available at KathyHartWood.com/book Email Kathy at Kathy@KathyHartWood.com Website: KathyHartWood.com
How to Transfer Your Range Game to the Golf Course
Ever stripe it on the range… and then completely lose it on the first tee? Yeah. We’re talking about that golfer today. In this episode, I’m breaking down why your golf swing isn’t the problem—even when it really feels like it is. The truth? The range and the golf course are two totally different mental environments, and your brain responds to each one whether you like it or not. We’re diving into why your brain shifts into “protect mode” on the course, how that creates tension, overthinking, and those “where did my swing go?” moments—and why trying to “stay positive” isn’t the fix. I’ll also walk you through what actually does help: building a simple, repeatable mental process so you can bring your range game to the course without chasing swing thoughts or spiraling after bad shots. If you’ve ever felt like a completely different golfer once the scorecard comes out, this episode is for you. Let’s close that gap. Want help managing your golf brain on and off the course? Learn more here: the Master Your Golf Brain System powered by My Mental Caddy™️ app Receive free weekly mental golf tips HERE How many shots is your mental golf costing you? Take the quiz here: quiz.mymentalcaddy.com Continue your mental journey at Your Mental Caddy HERE Mastering Your Golf Brain - A Guide to Self-Coaching Mastering Your Golf Brain - The Workbook Mental Golf Journal - A Range for Your Brain Are all available at KathyHartWood.com/book Email Kathy at Kathy@KathyHartWood.com Website: KathyHartWood.com
How to Play Better Golf When Your Competition Is Stronger
Ever feel like you’ve already lost before you even tee off? You see who’s in the field… you watch their swings on the range… and suddenly your brain goes straight to: “I’ve got no shot.” In this episode, we’re breaking down what actually happens when you feel outmatched on the golf course—and why that thinking is what’s really hurting your game. You’ll learn how to: Stop comparing yourself to better players Handle tournaments where winning feels unlikely Shift out of that “defeated” mindset before it wrecks your round Play your game with confidence—even when the competition is strong Because here’s the truth: most golfers don’t lose because of who they’re playing against… they lose because of how they’re thinking about it. If you’ve ever skipped a tournament, tightened up on the first tee, or tried to “keep up” instead of playing your own game—this one’s for you. Let’s get you showing up calm, confident, and proud… no matter who’s in your group. Want help managing your golf brain on and off the course? Learn more here: the Master Your Golf Brain System powered by My Mental Caddy™️ app Receive free weekly mental golf tips HERE How many shots is your mental golf costing you? Take the quiz here: quiz.mymentalcaddy.com Continue your mental journey at Your Mental Caddy HERE Mastering Your Golf Brain - A Guide to Self-Coaching Mastering Your Golf Brain - The Workbook Mental Golf Journal - A Range for Your Brain Are all available at KathyHartWood.com/book Email Kathy at Kathy@KathyHartWood.com Website: KathyHartWood.com
Why Fear of Disappointment Is Killing Your Golf Game (Rory McIlroy’s Lesson)
Let’s talk about the real reason you might be holding back on the golf course—and it’s probably not what you think. After watching Rory McIlroy at the Masters, I had to break this down because what he shared about heartbreak? That’s not just about elite golf. That’s about every golfer . In this episode, we’re getting into the truth about the mental game of golf —and why your fear of disappointment might be the exact thing keeping you from playing your best. We’ll talk about: Why golfers avoid certain emotions (without even realizing it) How fear of disappointment leads to playing small What’s actually happening when you hold back on the course Why you have to be willing to feel it all to play freely And how to start showing up with more courage and confidence Here’s the deal: if you’re trying to protect yourself from feeling bad, you’re also holding yourself back from playing great. You don’t get the high without risking the low. 🎯 Ready to stop playing small and start playing to your potential? Come join me inside Unleash Your Golf . Go to paperbell.me/golf to book a discovery call or get started. Want help managing your golf brain on and off the course? Learn more here: the Master Your Golf Brain System powered by My Mental Caddy™️ app Receive free weekly mental golf tips HERE How many shots is your mental golf costing you? Take the quiz here: quiz.mymentalcaddy.com Continue your mental journey at Your Mental Caddy HERE Mastering Your Golf Brain - A Guide to Self-Coaching Mastering Your Golf Brain - The Workbook Mental Golf Journal - A Range for Your Brain Are all available at KathyHartWood.com/book Email Kathy at Kathy@KathyHartWood.com Website: KathyHartWood.com
What Winning Golf Really Looks Like (Lessons from the ANWA Champion)
What does winning golf really look like? In this episode, I’m breaking down the mindset of Maria Jose Marin after her win at the Augusta National Women’s Amateur—and giving you real, on-course examples of how she handled pressure, nerves, and her own thoughts. Because here’s the truth: she didn’t win by playing perfect golf. She won by managing this : Feeling nervous—and not making it mean anything Riding emotional highs and lows without spiraling Resetting with simple “caddy phrases” like breathe, calm down, you’re okay Trusting her momentum and adjusting her game plan mid-round Looking at the leaderboard…and immediately feeling the pressure spike Choosing patience instead of trying to force birdies This is what winning golf actually looks like. Not perfect swings. Not forcing results. Just a player who knows how to guide her mind back to calm, confident, and clear—over and over again. If you want to play more consistent, confident golf and stop letting your emotions run the show, this episode will show you how to think differently on the course. Let’s go. 💛 Want help managing your golf brain on and off the course? Learn more here: the Master Your Golf Brain System powered by My Mental Caddy™️ app Receive free weekly mental golf tips HERE How many shots is your mental golf costing you? Take the quiz here: quiz.mymentalcaddy.com Continue your mental journey at Your Mental Caddy HERE Mastering Your Golf Brain - A Guide to Self-Coaching Mastering Your Golf Brain - The Workbook Mental Golf Journal - A Range for Your Brain Are all available at KathyHartWood.com/book Email Kathy at Kathy@KathyHartWood.com Website: KathyHartWood.com
What to Do Mentally on the Golf Course After a Lesson
Ever feel like you’re actually getting worse after working on your golf game? You take a lesson, spend time on the range, really try to improve… and then your scores go up—and your brain goes straight to, “What is wrong with me?” Yeah. We’re fixing that today. In this episode, I’m breaking down what I call the Aerated Green Effect —and why expecting great results while you’re changing your swing is one of the fastest ways to tank your confidence. You’ll learn: Why your golf game feels worse after a lesson (even when you’re improving) The mental mistake that keeps golfers stuck and frustrated How to stop judging your game mid-improvement What to focus on instead so you can actually get better If you’ve ever walked off the course thinking, “I just ruined my swing,” this episode is your reset. Because you’re not getting worse—you’re just in the middle of the process. And if you can learn how to handle that part? That’s where real confidence comes from. Want help managing your golf brain on and off the course? Learn more here: the Master Your Golf Brain System powered by My Mental Caddy™️ app Receive free weekly mental golf tips HERE How many shots is your mental golf costing you? Take the quiz here: quiz.mymentalcaddy.com Continue your mental journey at Your Mental Caddy HERE Mastering Your Golf Brain - A Guide to Self-Coaching Mastering Your Golf Brain - The Workbook Mental Golf Journal - A Range for Your Brain Are all available at KathyHartWood.com/book Email Kathy at Kathy@KathyHartWood.com Website: KathyHartWood.com
Why You Play Worse on the Back Nine (And How to Stay Calm Under Pressure)
Ever make the turn, realize you’re playing well… and suddenly everything feels tighter? Welcome to your back nine brain. In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly what happens when you go from playing freely to trying not to mess it up—and why that shift is what actually costs you the round. We’re talking about: Why your brain goes into “protect the score” mode The sneaky difference between “I’ve got this” and “don’t blow it” How future-thinking kills your ability to swing freely And the simple shift that helps you stay present and finish strong Here’s the truth: nothing has gone wrong—you just left the present moment. If you’ve ever felt the pressure creep in on the back nine (or the last few holes), this episode will help you spot it, laugh at it, and get right back to playing your game. One shot. One decision. One commitment. Let’s go. Want help managing your golf brain on and off the course? Learn more here: the Master Your Golf Brain System powered by My Mental Caddy™️ app Receive free weekly mental golf tips HERE How many shots is your mental golf costing you? Take the quiz here: quiz.mymentalcaddy.com Continue your mental journey at Your Mental Caddy HERE Mastering Your Golf Brain - A Guide to Self-Coaching Mastering Your Golf Brain - The Workbook Mental Golf Journal - A Range for Your Brain Are all available at KathyHartWood.com/book Email Kathy at Kathy@KathyHartWood.com Website: KathyHartWood.com
How to Calm Tournament Nerves (5 Steps That Actually Work)
Got a tournament coming up and your brain is already spiraling? You’re not broken—your brain is just trying to protect you. In this episode, I’ll show you what’s actually happening when nerves kick in and give you a simple 5-step process to calm your mind, quiet the noise, and show up ready to play. Because it’s not about getting rid of nerves… It’s about not letting them run the show. If you’ve ever thought “I’m not ready” before a round—this is for you. Want help managing your golf brain on and off the course? Learn more here: the Master Your Golf Brain System powered by My Mental Caddy™️ app Receive free weekly mental golf tips HERE How many shots is your mental golf costing you? Take the quiz here: quiz.mymentalcaddy.com Continue your mental journey at Your Mental Caddy HERE Mastering Your Golf Brain - A Guide to Self-Coaching Mastering Your Golf Brain - The Workbook Mental Golf Journal - A Range for Your Brain Are all available at KathyHartWood.com/book Email Kathy at Kathy@KathyHartWood.com Website: KathyHartWood.com
Why Your Brain Sabotages Your Golf Game
Ever feel like your brain turns against you on the golf course? One minute you’re standing over the ball… and the next your brain is yelling: Don’t hit it in the water. Don’t mess this up. Everyone’s watching. In this episode, I’m sharing a funny story about my husband assembling a bike rack without reading the instructions—and how golfers do the exact same thing with their brains. Here’s the truth: your brain wasn’t designed to help you shoot lower scores. It was designed to keep you alive. That means it’s constantly scanning for danger, mistakes, embarrassment, and anything that might go wrong. So if your mind goes negative on the golf course… nothing has gone wrong. You just haven’t been given the instruction manual. In this episode, I’ll walk you through why your brain works this way and how a little awareness can help you guide your thoughts instead of getting pushed around by them. Because when you understand your brain, the pressure drops—and the game gets a lot more fun. ⛳️ KathyHartWood.com Want help managing your golf brain on and off the course? Learn more here: the Master Your Golf Brain System powered by My Mental Caddy™️ app Receive free weekly mental golf tips HERE How many shots is your mental golf costing you? Take the quiz here: quiz.mymentalcaddy.com Continue your mental journey at Your Mental Caddy HERE Mastering Your Golf Brain - A Guide to Self-Coaching Mastering Your Golf Brain - The Workbook Mental Golf Journal - A Range for Your Brain Are all available at KathyHartWood.com/book Email Kathy at Kathy@KathyHartWood.com Website: KathyHartWood.com
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