Son of a Butch with Claude Harmon Intention, Visualization, & External Focus
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May 28, 2025 The host explores the power of intention and visualization, emphasizing their role in personal growth and performance on the golf course. Junior players are encouraged to focus on the outcome of their shots rather than mechanics. Mastering precision becomes key, with insights on targeting distances and effective mental framing. The discussion highlights how a strong mental game, anchored in external focus, can drastically improve scores. Listeners are left motivated to harness their imagination for meaningful change.
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Junior Golfer's Target Focus
- Claude Harmon shares a lesson with a top junior golfer about focusing externally on the target, not the ball, during shots.
- Changing his stare from the ball to the target improved the player's shot quality and confidence on the course.
Define a Launch Window
- Define a precise launch window to start the ball and maintain its curve within that window.
- Implement a scoring game by choosing targets and tracking starting line and shot quality with ten balls.
Estimate Distance Before Tools
- When assessing iron shots, estimate distance before using a range finder to build self-trust.
- Choose a club providing a margin for error, playing for the miss rather than perfect shots.