The Unstuck High Performer Podcast - Hypnotherapy and Mindset Coaching for High-Performers – Details, episodes & analysis

In this powerful episode of The Scratch Golfer's Mindset Podcast, I sit down with former MMA coach and mindset expert, Patrick Sebastien, to explore the art of mental toughness — both inside and outside the ropes. 

Drawing from years in the fight world and his work with elite golfers, Patrick unpacks how adversity, flow states, and physical intensity combine to build unshakable confidence and resilience on the golf course.

You'll learn how to intentionally seek and use adversity to your advantage, train like an athlete to improve emotional control under pressure, and create your own blueprint for peak performance. Patrick and I dive deep into visualization, breathwork, and post-round reflection as essential tools to develop composure, focus, and self-belief when the stakes are high.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• How to reframe adversity as opportunity and bounce back fast after a blow-up hole (or business setback).
• Why flow states require struggle first, and how to use challenge to trigger "the zone."
• A simple gym-to-course formula: create controlled physical stress, then regulate it with breath so pressure feels familiar on the tee.
• The breath training + visualization sequence Patrick uses pre-round to build calm, focus, and confidence.
• How to design on-course pressure reps (mini challenges) so tournaments feel like just another rep.
• How an identity shift ("I am an athlete") unlocks consistency, intensity, and faster scoring gains.
• The expect/accept model: expect greatness, accept imperfection, and re-engage on the next shot.
• Ways to calibrate your arousal level (not too calm, not too hyped) to hit your personal performance sweet spot.

Whether you're chasing a club championship or your next business milestone, this episode will help you expect greatness — and perform like it.

Get your pencils ready and start listening. 

P.S. Curious to learn more about the results my clients are experiencing and what they say about working with me? Read more here.

More About Patrick Sebastien

Patrick Sebastien is a performance coach who helps golfers elevate their game through a holistic approach that blends physical conditioning, mental training, and strategic mastery. With over 20 years of experience teaching Muay Thai and MMA, 15 years as a personal trainer specializing in functional fitness, and 10 years guiding breath training and meditation, Patrick brings a unique perspective to golf performance optimization.

He began coaching in golf in 2022 after working with a Korn Ferry Tour player as a mental coach, and has since trained professionals, college athletes, and elite junior golfers, using his unique approach to physical and mental training for golf. Patrick specializes in preparing players to excel on and off the course by integrating strength, mobility, focus, and strategic awareness. 

Connect with Patrick:

• Website
• Instagram
• YouTube

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High-Performance Hypnotherapy and Mindset Coaching

Paul Salter - known as The Golf Hypnotherapist - is a High-Performance Hypnotherapist and Mindset Coach who leverages hypnosis and powerful subconscious reprogramming techniques to help golfers of all ages and skill levels overcome the mental hazards of their minds so they can shoot lower scores and play to their potential.

He has over 16 years of coaching experience working with high performers in various industries, helping them get unstuck, out of their own way, and unlock their full potential.

Click here to learn more about how high-performance hypnotherapy and mindset coaching can help you get out of your own way and play to your potential on (and off) the course. 

Instagram: @thegolfhypnotherapist 

Twitter: @parsoverbogeys

Key Takeaways:

• Perseverance is the foundation of bounce-back ability.
• Adversity creates flow; no struggle, no growth.
• Great players train adversity before they face it.
• Physical stress builds emotional control.
• Fitness isn't optional—it's a performance multiplier.
• Breathwork bridges chaos and composure.
• Journaling post-round accelerates learning and awareness.
• You can't control results—but you can always control your process.
• Expect greatness, but accept imperfection.
• Visualization isn't fantasy—it's mental reps for success.
• Meditation sharpens calm, control, and clarity under pressure.
• True athletes embrace discomfort and keep expanding their limits.
• A champion's mindset is forged in the gym before it's displayed on the course.

Key Quotes:

• Adversity is a wake-up call. It's fuel, not failure.
• Flow only exists because of struggle.
• Train hard, fight easy. The harder your training, the easier your performance.
• Physical stress and mental stress present the same way. Learn to master one, and you master both.
• If you never fail, you're probably not trying hard enough.
• Expect greatness while accepting less than greatness.
• The further I went in martial arts, the more peaceful I became.
• You can't control what the course throws at you, but you can control how you respond.
• Golfers don't need to become bodybuilders—they need to become athletes.
• If you don't expect greatness, how will you ever achieve it?
• The champion's mindset is earned in the gym before it's displayed on the course.

Time Stamps:

• 00:00 The Power of Perseverance
• 02:40 Embracing Adversity as Opportunity
• 05:49 Creating Adversity for Growth
• 08:43 The Role of Technology in Performance
• 11:40 Post-Round Reflections and Learning
• 14:33 The Importance of Identity in Success
• 17:43 Lessons from Competitive Fighting
• 20:26 Bouncing Back from Setbacks
• 23:29 Training with Intensity for Mental Edge
• 26:21 The Importance of Resistance Training
• 27:56 Pushing Through Limits and Mental Barriers
• 32:00 Transforming Golfers into Athletes
• 35:37 The Role of Meditation and Breath Training
• 41:02 Peak Performance Blueprint for Athletes
• 46:24 Expecting Greatness in Golf and Life

Every winter, it happens…

Your clubs collect dust, your swing feels distant, and that quiet voice creeps in: "What if I lose everything I worked for this season?"

But what most golfers lose in the off-season isn't their mechanics — it's their confidence.

• You stop swinging. 
• You stop visualizing. 
• You stop feeling like a golfer. 

And by the time spring rolls around, you're not just rusty — you're hesitant, uncertain, and disconnected from the player you were just a few months ago.

Here's the truth: confidence isn't built under sunshine and scorecards — it's built in the dark. It's built in the quiet reps no one sees, the small acts of discipline that nobody celebrates.

This winter, you have a choice: You can coast, like every other golfer who slides backward once the weather turns… or you can treat these months like Separation Season — your chance to build confidence, sharpen your edge, and step into spring already playing the best golf of your life.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why most golfers lose confidence, not mechanics, in the off-season — and how to protect it.
• The four mental traps that create regression and how to beat each one.
• How to set a minimum effective dose for practice, fitness, and mindset work.
• The identity shift needed to think, train, and prepare like a golfer year-round.
• And how to design an off-season plan that builds momentum now — so you never have to "find your swing" again.

If you're ready to break the typical golf season pattern of two steps forward, three steps back, and breakthrough to play to your potential in 2026, this episode is for you.

Get your pencils ready and start listening. 

P.S. Curious to learn more about the results my clients are experiencing and what they say about working with me? Read more here.

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High-Performance Hypnotherapy and Mindset Coaching

Paul Salter - known as The Golf Hypnotherapist - is a High-Performance Hypnotherapist and Mindset Coach who leverages hypnosis and powerful subconscious reprogramming techniques to help golfers of all ages and skill levels overcome the mental hazards of their minds so they can shoot lower scores and play to their potential.

He has over 16 years of coaching experience working with high performers in various industries, helping them get unstuck, out of their own way, and unlock their full potential.

Click here to learn more about how high-performance hypnotherapy and mindset coaching can help you get out of your own way and play to your potential on (and off) the course. 

Instagram: @thegolfhypnotherapist

Key Takeaways:

• Confidence decays first. Touch a club and your routine multiple times per week to keep the "golfer" identity alive.
• Beat all-or-nothing with a minimum-effective-dose: short, repeatable sessions > heroic plans you won't sustain.
• Comfort creep is costly. Indulgence is fine; defaulting to comfort isn't. Keep micro-standards through the holidays.
• Excuses in a suit are still excuses. "I'll wait for better conditions" trains retreat, not resilience.
• Accountability accelerates. Coach, community, or check-ins — add a scoreboard and you'll show up.
• Lift the floor. Off-season is perfect for strength, mobility, and power so your worst days get better.
• Calendar = commitment. If it isn't blocked, it isn't real. Audit, schedule, and protect your reps.

Key Quotes:

• "Confidence isn't built in season — it's built in the dark."
• "Most golfers don't lose ground from weather; they lose it from mental drift."
• "All-or-nothing is perfectionism dressed up as logic."
• "Comfort is a habit. So is consistency. Choose which one you'll practice."
• "Excuses preserve the ego but poison momentum."
• "Raise the floor this winter — strength and identity travel."
• "If it's not on your calendar, it's not a priority. It's a wish."

Time Stamps:

• 00:00: The real off-season loss: confidence, not mechanics
• 04:10: "Separation Season" reframe and episode roadmap
• 10:37: The Thermostat Effect: identity sets your handicap
• 21:11: All-or-nothing thinking + Minimum-Effective-Dose fix
• 29:36: Five clarity questions & building your winter plan

Life got challenging off the course—and then those challenges spilled onto it. 

In this raw Q3 recap of my golf journey and goal to achieve a five-handicap by the end of the year, I share how radical honesty, asking for help, and doubling down on core habits protected my energy, clarified my priorities, and still led to meaningful golf progress. 

In this episode, you'll learn:

• How radical acceptance lowers emotional resistance and restores focus
• Why asking for help collapses the timeline for healing and improvement
• The core routine (fitness, meditation, journaling, rest) that safeguards performance
• How to recalibrate priorities without quitting your goals
• Using mental reps to keep swing feels sharp when course time is limited
• A practical reframe: "Let go to level up"
• How small technical changes (smoother takeaway) unlocked long-iron consistency

If you're juggling parenting, business, and a game you love, this one's for you.

Get your pencils ready and start listening. 

P.S. Curious to learn more about the results my clients are experiencing and what they say about working with me? Read more here.

P.P.S On the art and science of acceptance.

Play to Your Potential On (and Off) the Course

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High-Performance Hypnotherapy and Mindset Coaching

Paul Salter - known as The Golf Hypnotherapist - is a High-Performance Hypnotherapist and Mindset Coach who leverages hypnosis and powerful subconscious reprogramming techniques to help golfers of all ages and skill levels overcome the mental hazards of their minds so they can shoot lower scores and play to their potential.

He has over 16 years of coaching experience working with high performers in various industries, helping them get unstuck, out of their own way, and unlock their full potential.

Click here to learn more about how high-performance hypnotherapy and mindset coaching can help you get out of your own way and play to your potential on (and off) the course. 

Instagram: @thegolfhypnotherapist

Key Takeaways:

• Radical Acceptance > Resistance: Naming reality reduces friction and frees up energy for purposeful action.
• Vulnerability Is a Performance Tool: Sharing the hard stuff with trusted people lightens the load and clarifies next actions.
• Coaching Collapses Time: A coach provides perspective, helps release emotion, and speeds learning—on and off the course.
• Protect Your Energy Rituals: Cold plunge, meditation, journaling, strategic rest, and 3+ weekly workouts stabilize your mind.
• Recalibrate Without Quitting: Seasons change; adjust goals and inputs without abandoning the mission.
• Mental Reps Matter: Visualization and structured recall kept ball-striking sharp despite fewer rounds.
• Simple Tech Wins: A slower, smoother takeaway reduced hip stress and improved long-iron contact and driver consistency.

Key Quotes:

• "There is so much power in your vulnerability—and strength in asking for help."
• "Let go to level up; don't let the past dictate the present."
• "Acceptance, grace, and patience: that's the work."
• "Coaching collapses the timeline for healing, learning, and progress."
• "You're the author—recalibrate priorities with honesty and intention."
• "Fitness is the lowest-hanging fruit for a resilient mindset."
• "Reflection accelerates pattern recognition—and pattern recognition drives change."
  
  

Time Stamps:

• 00:00: The Journey of Vulnerability in Golf
• 02:53: Navigating Life's Challenges and Golf Progress
• 07:24: The Power of Reflection and Seeking Help
• 12:45: Embracing Acceptance, Grace, and Patience
• 19:15: The Role of Coaching in Personal Growth
• 24:22: Fitness and Self-Care as Foundations for Success
• 28:23: Looking Ahead: Golfing Goals and Future Aspirations

Meet Matt Doud, former caddie at Pebble Beach Golf Club in Carmel, CA, sub-five handicap golfer, and a Business Made Simple Coach in the Kansas City Metro Area.

In today's episode, we go inside the mind of Matt to unpack the insights and learning lessons he gleaned from caddying for all of these years. You'll learn about the critical mistakes most golfers make when it comes to course management, as well as how impactful errors in club selection can be.

Gulp - the latter one hit home for me.

We also discuss the mental approach necessary for a solid and consistent pre-shot routine, the role of identity in shaping who you are as a golfer (and the habits associated), and what you can do to find greater ease letting the past shot go as you focus on the present shot.

Start listening.

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Key Quotes:

• "Okay, you get 10 seconds to feel how you want to feel about that shot. And then you have got to let the fucking thing go."
• "If you wonder why you're stuck shooting low nineties or high eighties and you aspire to shoot scratch, here's an easy way to likely shave off quite a few strokes without affecting your swing or even talking about pre-shot post-shot routines or anything. It's just simple course management."
• "Accept the outcome of that shot no matter what it was - immediately accept a shot mentally and emotionally and then start the routine over for the next one."

More About Matt Doud

Matt Doud, a certified Business Made Simple coach, is an early-stage Co-founder and Fractional COO based in the Kansas City Metro Area. Having discovered his passion for advising and coaching during his time as a caddie at Pebble Beach Golf Club in Carmel, CA, Matt pursued opportunities to utilize these skills professionally. 

He began by leveraging his Economics and Business degree from Westmont College as a financial advisor in Portland, OR, before co-founding Pre-Approve Me, a residential mortgage software company, in 2013, where he served as COO.

Connect with Matt here.

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Time Stamps:

• 00:00 Introduction and Overview
• 13:46 Matt's Golf Journey and Caddying at Pebble Beach
• 19:48 Managing the Margin of Error in Club Selection 
• 21:35 Choosing the Right Shot on Hole 11 at Spyglass Hill
• 26:31 Handling Tournament Pressure with Trust and Decisiveness
• 32:23 The Impact of Practicing the Short Game
• 36:10 Separating Self-Worth from Golf Scores
• 40:33 Combining Golf and Business Coaching

At some point, it's no longer a swing problem holding you back from shooting lower scores.

It's a mindset problem.

Many golfers I work with are hesitant to admit that emotional and mental hazards of their mind are, in fact, present in their game.

And, if they are humble enough to admit it on their own, they often think self-talk and logic are enough to defuse the anger, frustration, tension, and inability to maintain focus that plagues their round.

Sure, that may work - at a snail's pace (if at all).

But it will never get to the core of what's really catalyzing the collection of sabotaging behaviors keeping you stuck in the proverbial bunker of performance.

If you want to experience rapid, effective change in how you manage emotions and maintain a confident, calm, and focused demeanor on the course, hypnosis is your answer.

In today's episode, I'll first discuss what hypnosis is not, before detailing what it is, how it works, and how it can help you shoot lower scores.

Start listening. 

> > > P.S. If you're interested in learning more about how mindset coaching and hypnotherapy can help you get unstuck from the proverbial bunker of poor performance on the course and off the course, click here to schedule a coaching discovery call with me. 

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Key Quotes:

• "Hypnosis is a powerful tool for transformation that can change the reality and the trajectory of your life really fast."
• "When you're in this hypnotic state, you bypass all of that noise, negativity and nonsense."
• "Your brain's ability to adapt, change, rewire, form new neural pathways and connections as you accumulate new experiences and learn new information."
• "The subconscious mind influences 95% of behavior, and hypnosis provides a shortcut to accessing and transforming it."
• "Hypnosis allows golfers to bypass the critical judgmental voice of the conscious mind and directly connect with their subconscious, leading to rapid change and improved performance."

For all things 1:1 Mental Game Coaching, Group Mental Game Coaching, and Speaking, visit me here: www.golfmindsetcoaching.com.

For feedback, questions, or to take me out for a round of golf, shoot me an email or connect with me on social media:

• Instagram: @scratchgolfermindset 
• Twitter: @paulsaltercoach
• LinkedIn: Paul Salter Coaching

Meet Luke Barton, the Business Development Director for 360IT Partners who has a sub-four handicap. 

Luke's golf journey began by grabbing a bag of clubs that was left out with his neighbor's trash. It was this curiosity that sparked an incredible rise in his skill and a drop in his score as he began to play the game of golf. And, just last week, Luke carded his lowest score ever - a 69 at one of his local courses in Virginia Beach. 

In today's episode, we go inside the mind of Luke to learn and unpack the value he places in continuing to improve his mental game. Specifically, Luke digs into the importance of curiosity and preparation in course management strategy, and discusses the role of what we inevitably refer to as Big Driver Energy (BDE) and the ego off the tee box. 

He also highlights major mental game and physical game changes that helped him move from a high 80s player to a consistent low 70s player. 

Start Listening. 

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Key Quotes:

• "Investing in the mental game is crucial for success in golf."
• "Balancing ego and strategy is important to avoid counterproductive outcomes."
• "Curiosity and course management can greatly impact decision-making on the course."
• "Getting fitted for equipment can make a wildly large difference."

Learn more about Luke and his work at 360IT Partners. 

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Every Saturday morning, you'll get proven, actionable insight to overcome the emotional and mental hazards keeping you stuck in the proverbial bunker of poor performance - in less than 5 minutes.

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For feedback, questions, or to take me out for a round of golf, shoot me an email or connect with me on social media:

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Time Stamps:

• 00:00 Introduction and Warm-Up
• 03:03 Investing in the Mental Game
• 07:53 Balancing Ego and Strategy
• 11:43 Curiosity and Course Management
• 15:37 Taking Inventory: Physical and Mental State
• 23:37 Managing Pressure and Performing Well in Tournaments
• 26:15 Course Management and Strategy for Better Results
• 35:08 The Power of Asking for Help and Being Self-Aware
• 37:23 Cultivating a Calm and Focused Mindset for Better Golf Performance

Dr. Trevor Hirsch is a Titleist Performance Institute Medical Level 2 Certified Physical Therapist, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, and Owner of Empower U PT & Performance, which specializes in adding years and yards to golfer's games.

In today's episode, we go inside the mind of Dr. Hirsch to learn more about the value of an off-the-course exercise regimen, as well as the specific types of exercises, movements, and muscle groups that should be prioritized to shoot lower scores consistently. 

We discuss injury prevention, specific exercises you should be doing (and not doing) to add years and yards to your game, the difference between mobility and flexibility work, the overlooked importance of the glute in your golf swing, and much more.

Start listening!

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Key Quotes:

• "The number one mistake golfers make is not exercising outside of golf. Golfers need to be athletes and work on strength and mobility."
• "Golf is a game you can play your entire life, but many golfers neglect exercise and don't view themselves as athletes."
• "The glutes and the core are the most active muscle groups in the golf swing."
• "Optimizing health through stress management, sleep, nutrition, and exercise is crucial for golfers."

About Dr. Trevor Hirsch

Dr. Trevor Hirsch founded Empower U PT & Performance in 2019 where they specialize in adding years and yards to golfer's games. He received his Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from Salisbury University and his Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. 

He is Titleist Performance Institute Medical Level 2 certified and a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist.

Empower U's mission is to empower active people to be their healthiest selves so they can perform their life's passions at the highest levels. Their vision is to build the optimal environment where passionate clinicians and clients can be their best selves while achieving their individual goals

Learn More: https://empoweruptp.com/

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Time Stamps:

• 00:00 Introduction and Background
• 03:10 The Importance of Physical Fitness for Golfers
• 08:48 Common Mistakes in Golfers' Exercise Routines
• 11:25 Customizing an Exercise Program for Golfers
• 14:35 Differentiating Off-Season and In-Season Training
• 21:14 Working with a Fitness Professional to Improve Golf Performance
• 23:17 Core and Glute Strength
• 27:11 Comprehensive Training Approach
• 32:43 Optimizing Health
• 36:14 Specific Exercises
• 39:19 The Value of a Team

If you've ever readied yourself for a shot by executing your entire pre-shot routine, yet, felt that at the last moment, something was "off," yet, hit the shot anyway…

You are guilty of the anyway shot.

And, this shot may be costing you as many as 6 - 10 (or more strokes) per round!

In today's episode, I detail the anyway shot: what it is, why it happens, how it effects your game, and actionable steps you can take to do it less often.

I also update you on the next round of nine holes I played, my continued swing progress, and where in the game of golf I feel I'm making strong strides.

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Noteworthy Sound Bites:

"An anyway shot is any particular situation you find yourself in where you know that something is off. Something is not quite right, almost as if there is a crack in your metaphorical pre-shot routine armor. Yet, you hit the shot anyway."

"My estimate is you might hit at least five to 10 anyway shots throughout an entire 18-hole round. That could be five to 10 different strokes you could potentially save if you gather the courage, awareness, and composure to back off the ball any time something doesn't feel right."

"Can we identify a theme, trend, or pattern? Does it occur in particular situations where you have a lie that you haven't worked on much? Anytime you're hitting a shot where there's doubt, uncertainty, second-guessing, or just a general, 'I have no clue,' it's just an opportunity to make a note during your round on what you need to study and focus on away from the course."

Time Stamps:

00:00 - Introduction to the Anyway Swing

07:17 - The Cost of Anyway Shots

10:46 - Identifying Areas of Improvement

13:09 - Emotional Regulation and Pressure Management

15:57 - Overcoming the Fear of Judgment and Rejection

Join our free and growing community of serious golfers chasing scratch: 

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Every Saturday morning, you'll get proven, actionable insight to overcome the emotional and mental hazards keeping you stuck in the proverbial bunker of poor performance - in less than 5 minutes.

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For feedback, questions, or to take me out for a round of golf, shoot me an email or connect with me on social media:

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"If you shot a 65 [on 9 holes] and I'm a much better golfer, why the f&ck would I listen to you?"

If you're here for swing technique and to discuss the various equipment options and the latest golf tech available, this isn't the show for you.

In today's episode, I answer that question directly, update you on a frustrating (putting it kindly) practice round experience I had, and give you the details behind my second 9 holes. You'll meet my unexpected playing partner, Derek, and likely see a major part of yourself in how he introduced himself and talked about his golf game. 

Additionally, I'll dig deep into an often unexplored and shied-away aspect of the game that's inhibiting your swing (and ability to shoot low scores): your off-the-course emotional management.

If you have difficulty separating what's going on at work or at home from the course, this episode will serve as a powerful wake-up of awareness that helps you see and understand just how problematic things may be.

Start listening now. 

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For all things 1:1 Mental Game Coaching, Group Mental Game Coaching, and Speaking, visit me here: www.golfmindsetcoaching.com.

Subscribe to the Weekly Scratch Golfer's Playbook: 

Every Saturday morning, you'll get proven, actionable insight to overcome the emotional and mental hazards keeping you stuck in the proverbial bunker of poor performance - in less than 5 minutes.

https://golfmindsetcoaching.com/scratch-golfers-playbook/ 

For feedback, questions, or to take me out for a round of golf, shoot me an email or connect with me on social media:

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Time Stamps:

00:00 Introduction: Tension and Guilt on the Golf Course
11:26 The Impact of Guilt on Performance
14:16 Emotional Awareness and Management
21:47 Overcoming Emotional Barriers with Self-Compassion
25:36 The Importance of Emotional Awareness in Others
32:24 Continuous Improvement on the Path to Becoming a Scratch Golfer
37:35 Conclusion: Emotional Awareness and Management in Golf and Life

"I felt an unnecessary urgency and sense of pressure to play quick and continued to feel like the foursome behind me was breathing down my neck the entire round."

That quote is from my post-round reflection.

This proved quite triggering and inevitably initiated a cascade of false urgency, anxiety, and frustration that contributed to nasty self-talk, stupid stories, and mistake after mistake on the course.

In this episode, I share a raw look into my mindset and emotions during my first round of 9 holes. You'll laugh, learn, and find it eerily relatable.

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