440: James Berry - How to Train Your Mind Like a Pro

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Oct 30, 2025

In this engaging discussion, James Berry, a former professional golfer and high-performance coach, shares insights from his unique journey in the sport. He emphasizes the importance of mental resilience, discipline, and pressure management for golfers at all levels. Listeners learn practical strategies for simulating pressure during practice, overcoming negative self-talk, and effectively managing expectations. James also highlights the significance of post-round reflection and the value of tailored off-season training for continuous improvement.

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ADVICE

Build A Pressure Protocol

Create a practiced protocol for pressure moments so you have something to rely on during competition.
Train that protocol in practice until it becomes automated and trust it under stress.

ADVICE

Practice With Simulated Pressure

Simulate pressure on the range by creating target windows, scoring the drill, and adding consequences for failure.
Use your pre-shot routine and execution focus (target or feel) during the drill to mirror on-course stress.

INSIGHT

Know Your Execution Orientation

Identify whether you execute with target-focus or feel-focus and practice that specific orientation.
Use that execution orientation consistently so practice transfers to on-course performance.

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James Berry is a former professional golfer, performance coach, and author of The College Golfer. Drawing from years of competing at an elite level and guiding top players, James breaks down what truly separates great golfers from the pack.

In this episode, we explore the habits, mindset, and training principles that fuel consistent performance — including how to practice with purpose, manage pressure, and build the confidence to compete at your best.

When you listen to this interview, you will learn:

The power of your self-image
Why you need to develop discipline
How to simulate driving pressure practice at the range
Habits of the professional golfers he works with that you can steal

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