Mental Prep for the First Tournament of the Season

In this episode, Kathy dives deep into managing competitive anxiety and nerves as you gear up for your first golf tournament after a break. She highlights the importance of maintaining a neutral perspective on the tournament, steering clear of self-doubt, and avoiding those pesky 'what-if' questions that can derail your focus. Kathy also shares top-notch advice on staying present, ensuring you don't tie your self-worth to your score, and prepping your mind to handle fears of judgment or failure. Get ready to feel calm, confident, and prepared for your upcoming tournaments with Kathy's actionable tips and insights. KathyHartWood.com/join KathyHartWood.com 00:00 Welcome to Above Par 00:34 Preparing for Your First Tournament 01:14 Managing Competitive Anxiety 02:21 Avoiding the Hamster Cage Effect 04:17 Building Confidence and Trust 05:48 Handling Crappy Questions 07:18 Focusing on the Present, Not Results 09:04 Overcoming Fear of Judgment and Failure 11:10 Final Tips and Encouragement Continue your mental journey at Your Mental Caddy HERE Join the NEXT Workshop Here Mastering Your Golf Brain - A Guide to Self-Coaching Mastering Your Golf Brain - The Workbook Mental Golf Journal - A Range for Your Brain Are all available at KathyHartWood.com/book Private coaching starts with a Free Discovery Call here: Email Kathy at Kathy@KathyHartWood.com Website: KathyHartWood.com