Mind Caddie - Improve Your Mental Golf Game

It was a tournament like no other with incredible drama that put is all through a rollercoaster of emotions as Rory secured the Green Jacket and became a member of that most exclusive club of golf’s Grand Slam winners. Yet in the euphoria of the win and the endless post tournament analysis did we all miss something in terms of Rory’s response to the win on the final green? Top coach and good friend of the show Garret Kramer thinks so In this fascinating conversation we go a good bit deeper than what may or may not have been happening on the surface Among many other things we discuss: What was REALLY going on in that last round at Augusta? What can we all learn from Rory’s experience? The reaction to the winning putt The outpouring of relief as opposed to joy The nature of SEEKING and what it does to performance Seeking identity and worthiness through objects in the materialistic world When we stop seeking we experience relief The seemingly impossible variation in the shots Rory played in the final round The nature of LETTING GO How letting go affects our physical movement The ‘veiling of consciousness’ when we seek outside validation Why the ‘pot of gold’ isn’t worth as much as we think it is Finding out what is truly important to us   To find out more about Garret Kramer go to https://www.garretkramer.com/ To Join Marcus Bell and Karl Morris for two wonderful days at West Herts Golf Club for the GRF schools June 12th and 13th Take action and click on this link https://bg6ot.r.sp1-brevo.net/mk/cl/f/sh/SMK1E8tHeG13EwyIU7dDcOCotXBW/o_3ucfYmTEr7 To get on board with the Mind Caddie and join us on the journey go to https://www.mindcaddie.golf/ OFFICIAL BRAND AMBASSADOR : Fenix Apparel and Accessories Co. Ltd. Shop with code : MINDFACTOR10 at checkout for 10% OFF your next order at www.fenixxcell.com @fenixxcell    

Today on the show we are joined with one of the top PGA coaches in Australia and a good friend of the show Brent Dale Brent is a deep thinker about the game who has his own fantastic podcast called ‘Your Golf Performance’ with a host of wonderful guests We dive deep into setting up competitive environments to give players the very best chance of making progress with their game. How a competitive environment in practice can foster a real desire to make the best of your game. The 70ft Drill to determine your putting capabilities Proximity drills Par 18 and why it is so important 22 or BUST Creating the EMOTIONS of actual competitive golf Finding a way to score when you are less than your best Developing the SKILLS of acceptance What is TRUE acceptance? Dealing with the inevitable rollercoaster of not just GOLF but LIFE itself The problems with ‘instant gratification’ on social media Having a group of individuals you can grow and learn from What are the ‘non negotiables’ in golf? The importance of delivery on the downswing A natural throwing motion Being prepared to find the ‘one thing’ that makes a difference to your playing or coaching. A really great conversation with a superb coach who is still willing to invest in his own learning and development To find out more about Brent Dale listen to his great podcast ‘Your Golf Performance’ Website - Www.yourgolfperformance.com  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/brentdalegolf?igsh=dzJuYXZzczZzMmU3&utm_source=qr To Join Marcus Bell and Karl Morris for two wonderful days at West Herts Golf Club for the GRF schools June 12th and 13th Take action and click on this link https://bg6ot.r.sp1-brevo.net/mk/cl/f/sh/SMK1E8tHeG13EwyIU7dDcOCotXBW/o_3ucfYmTEr7 To get on board with the Mind Caddie and join us on the journey go to https://www.mindcaddie.golf/ OFFICIAL BRAND AMBASSADOR : Fenix Apparel and Accessories Co. Ltd. Shop with code : MINDFACTOR10 at checkout for 10% OFF your next order at www.fenixxcell.com @fenixxcell      

Today on the show we have former PGA Tour player Gary Christian who has had a remarkable career as a player, broadcaster and now author of a wonderful book called ‘Beat the golf course not yourself’ During out time together Gary went into some phenomenal detail about how his career as a player turned around when he seriously began to work on and explore the mental game It is inspirational how he explored for him key areas such as visualisation and how this gave him the capacity to get the very best out of his obvious talent The conversation very much looks at how when you have developed some skills how you can then access those skills on the course itself As a result of working on his mental game Gary became one of the oldest rookies in PGA Tour history Truly inspirational for us all As Gary says most golfers do not have the time to make major swing changes but they COULD explore the mental game to get the very best from their experience Enjoy the show. To start your FREE Mind Caddie 7 day trial go to https://www.mindcaddie.golf/ To book your Mind Caddie workshop at your club go to www.themindfactor.com To book your place on the ‘Lost Art of Golf’ school get in touch at www.themindfactor.com OFFICIAL BRAND AMBASSADOR : Fenix Apparel and Accessories Co. Ltd. Shop with code : MINDFACTOR10 at checkout for 10% OFF your next order at www.fenixxcell.com @fenixxcell    

Could you look at the game from a different perspective? Today we welcome back a very great friend and colleague Kendal Mcwade from Instinctive Golf Kendal has had a huge impact on my own coaching as well as many other players and coaches. He has been a pioneer in exploring the nature of learning We had the chance to look deeply into the nature of learning and how we try to develop in the game of golf How can we deepen awareness? Hitting objects with tools – natural motion What is the nature of deep learning? Have we lost a deep connection to how we use and utilise tools? What innate capabilities have we hidden from view? The joy of ‘messing around’ and creating shots Keeping the brain FULLY engaged Deliberate shanks, deliberate toe shots Deliberate tops Hitting drivers of grip length tees Exploring what the club can actually do Hitting the ‘Bomb Draw’ The golfing hammer Just a wonderful conversation with a very deep thinker about the game who has influenced so many players and coaches To find out more about Kendal McWade go to https://instinctivegolfcoaching.co.uk/ To start your FREE Mind Caddie 7 day trial go to https://www.mindcaddie.golf/ To book your Mind Caddie workshop at your club go to www.themindfactor.com To book your place on the ‘Lost Art of Golf’ school get in touch at www.themindfactor.com OFFICIAL BRAND AMBASSADOR : Fenix Apparel and Accessories Co. Ltd. Shop with code : MINDFACTOR10 at checkout for 10% OFF your next order at www.fenixxcell.com @fenixxcell    

How joining the most elite golf club of all gives us all inspiration to ‘Stay in the Game’ Do you watch this year’s US Masters?What was the rollercoaster of emotions like for you? It was an incredible spectacle that has left a deep impression on us all. As Rory joins the most elite of clubs what can we all dissect and learn from the once in a lifetime achievement? Today Karl gives his reflections on what we can all learn from Rory How Rory ‘stayed in the game’ Dealing with the multitude of thoughts, feelings and emotions Recovering from setbacks A willingness to accept ALL outcomes The bigger picture of what golf truly means to us The value of LASTING relationships Being clear on YOUR reasons to play golf Being willing to stay on the PATH to MASTERY What may RORY achieve NOW? A thought provoking solo session by Karl that you can totally relate to your own game To start your FREE Mind Caddie 7 day trial go to https://www.mindcaddie.golf/ To book your Mind Caddie workshop at your club go to www.themindfactor.com To book your place on the ‘Lost Art of Golf’ school get in touch at www.themindfactor.com  

Dr. Howard Schubiner, an internist and director of the Mind Body Medicine Center, shares insights on the brain's role in pain and anxiety. He reveals how chronic pain often stems from learned responses to perceived danger rather than just physical injuries. Listeners learn effective strategies to reprogram their minds for better golf performance, manage anxiety, and tackle the yips. Schubiner emphasizes the importance of self-compassion and emotional awareness in healing, making this discussion valuable for both the sport and everyday life.

On today’s show we have a special coach in the shape of Denmark’s Andreas Kali who has overseen the development of numerous top players in Denmark. Due to his incredible results with so many players he has become one of the hottest coaches in golf We had a really wonderful conversation about the philosophy behind the success he has been getting in Denmark In particular about the development of the players a people not just golfers The need to create an environment of fun and learning in practice. Not just fun in the conventional sense but the fun of being REALLY engaged in the training you are doing Andreas talked about some of the setback he encountered as a player and how he wants to help his own players short circuit that learning He talked about the THREE CORE elements that drive all of his lessons and the training environments   Does this get the ball CLOSER to the target Does this PREVENT injury Does this enhance the LOVE of the game If your coaching is not addressing those needs then is it REALLY making a difference? We talked about LOW POINT in the swing and how this simple focus of attention can make such a huge difference to most golfers enjoyment of the game but also their performance Keeping players in the game for longer Not everyone is going to be a champion but can we keep players engaged in a way that doesn’t threaten their identity as a human being You will find this conversation fascinating and you will begin to see why Andreas has been so incredibly successful with so many young players To find out more about Andreas Kali go to https://andreaskaligolf.com/ To start your FREE Mind Caddie 7 day trial go to https://www.mindcaddie.golf/ To book your Mind Caddie workshop at your club go to www.themindfactor.com To book your place on the ‘Lost Art of Golf’ school get in touch at www.themindfactor.com OFFICIAL BRAND AMBASSADOR : Fenix Apparel and Accessories Co. Ltd. Shop with code : MINDFACTOR10 at checkout for 10% OFF your next order at www.fenixxcell.com @fenixxcell      

Jim Waldron, an outstanding golf coach renowned for helping players overcome the yips, shares transformative insights in this engaging discussion. He emphasizes the dangers of excessive internal focus, advocating for a sensory approach to enhance performance. Jim highlights the importance of distinguishing between internal thoughts and external experience while practicing. He critiques traditional coaching models, suggesting that unconscious movement patterns and tailored focal points are crucial for success on the course, ultimately fostering a mindset of curiosity and acceptance.

Today we are joined on the show by Cordie Walker from GolfWell Cordie Walker spends time with the most interesting players, coaches, and researchers in the golf industry to discover what the best are doing in their game. The content and information he puts out is absolutely brilliant. On today’s show we discuss his fascinating journey to get to 180mph ball speed. The conversation is packed full of golden nuggets if you are on a quest to gain more distance of the tee. The perils and pitfalls of going down the wrong alley. The need to create motivation through a clear and defined goal The side benefits in life of having this clear goal leading to better habits Learning about speed in the golf swing Consulting with great coaches like Mark Blackburn and Luke Benoit Making the longest backswing you can and pushing your boundaries Using foam golf balls for habit change Understanding how to use the ground better. Essential moves to develop this. The earlier the better The actual effects of a good warm up from a physiological level Does speed training actually make your normal swing MORE efficient? Some great insights if you are about to go on a quest of more ball speed To find out more about Cordie and his great work at GolfWell go to https://golfwell.co/ To start your FREE Mind Caddie 7 day trial go to https://www.mindcaddie.golf/ To book your Mind Caddie workshop at your club go to www.themindfactor.com To book your place on the ‘Lost Art of Golf’ school get in touch at www.themindfactor.com OFFICIAL BRAND AMBASSADOR : Fenix Apparel and Accessories Co. Ltd. Shop with code : MINDFACTOR10 at checkout for 10% OFF your next order at www.fenixxcell.com @fenixxcell    

The ultimate mental game skill Today on the Mind Caddie we welcome back my good friend and colleague Dr Raymond Prior. Raymond is one of the top performance consultants in the world. He works with some of the very best golfers in the world on the PGA Tour as well as athletes from many other sports and also actors and entertainers. He is the author of a wonderful book ‘Golf Beneath the surface’ We also co contributed to a great program called: ‘Stable Confidence’ The foundations of stable confidence are a willingness to accept ALL and EVERY possible outcome you may face in a round or in a tournament. In today’s conversation we deepen the understanding of developing the skill of ACCEPTANCE We discuss what acceptance is and perhaps more importantly what it isn’t. It is not giving up or resignation It is not being ‘happy’ with poor outcomes It is not feeling comfortable all the time It is a willingness to embrace the REALITY of the game Why your brain is ‘primed’ to focus on avoidance Your brain doesn’t care about golf it cares about SURVIVAL How can we begin to work with and understand this? How can we actually develop acceptance skills? Yoga and cold water, what is the link? Why being in a state of pursuit is so important What is the flow state actually like? This conversation WILL really make a difference to your game. It is a wonderful discussion about the crucial skill of ACCEPTANCE To find out more about Raymond Prior go to https://www.btsmindset.com/ To start your FREE Mind Caddie 7 day trial go to https://www.mindcaddie.golf/ To book your Mind Caddie workshop at your club go to www.themindfactor.com To book your place on the ‘Lost Art of Golf’ school get in touch at www.themindfactor.com OFFICIAL BRAND AMBASSADOR : Fenix Apparel and Accessories Co. Ltd. Shop with code : MINDFACTOR10 at checkout for 10% OFF your next order at www.fenixxcell.com @fenixxcell