When I started playing golf in 1960 I was “fitted” for my clubs by standing side by side with my club pro. Depending on where my fingers met his, he determined what length my clubs should be. This system didn’t … Continue reading
“Just how do you leave the bad shot behind?” This is a question someone in my last workshop asked. She understood how important it is to release thoughts about mishit shots so you don’t sabotage future shots… but she wanted to … Continue reading
“How can I eliminate the negative thought that enters my mind when I am getting ready to hit a shot?” Negative thoughts come up from your unconscious mind where everything you have ever heard, seen, felt, tasted, or smelled is … Continue reading
A lot has been written about why golfers have good warm up sessions on the range and then play poorly on the golf course. It became very obvious visually when Peter Kostis used video to analyze Tiger Woods’ swing on … Continue reading
The way to focus your mind in the present is by using a consistent pre-shot routine on every shot whether it is a tee shot or a putt. Having the same preparation routine for every shot sets you up correctly and … Continue reading
“If you stay positive, you have a shot at a silver lining.” These words are spoken by actor Bradley Cooper in the Oscar nominated movie “Silver Linings Playbook.” Every cloud has a silver lining Every cloud has a silver lining means … Continue reading
The heat wave in the United States continues. 29 million people are under a heat advisory today. Golfers will be out playing in this intense heat. As you sweat from the heat and exercise, you lose body fluids. Your mental … Continue reading
“How can I eliminate the negative thought that enters my mind when I am getting ready to hit a shot?” Negative thoughts come up from your unconscious mind where everything you have ever heard, seen, felt, tasted, or smelled is … Continue reading
The inner game of golf is made up of the mental beliefs you have of your self and your abilities that surface in your performances on the golf course. A good mental attitude is achieved when you learn the skills to decrease … Continue reading
Determine first what your mental stumbling blocks are. Take note of your limiting thoughts about the golf course or how you view your upcoming round. For example, you might say, “I worry about playing with others who are better than … Continue reading
32st YEAR OF MENTAL GOLF COACHING
Joan King, BCH is the founder of Positive Mental Imagery, a mental sports consulting service dedicated to helping golfers achieve their peak performances. Since 1992 Joan has given mental golf workshops, individual mental coaching and hypnosis to amateur and professional golfers internationally. Read More