June 13, 2024
#9. Emotional Mastery: The Key to Consistently Shooting More Pars Than Bogeys
The Scratch Golfer's Mindset PodcastAbout this episode
Golf is a game of emotional regulation. If you cannot manage the accumulated emotions - from anger and envy to excitement and joy - then you'll continue to shoot subpar scores relative to your potential. In today's episode, you'll learn what emotion is, why you feel tension or tightness when experiencing an emotional reaction, and a simple, effective strategy to begin emotionally off-gassing during your rounds to remain locked into your flow state. Start listening. *** Subscribe to the More Pars Than Bogeys Newsletter. This newsletter helps double-digit golfers overcome the emotional and mental hazards of their minds so that they can shoot more pars than bogeys. Each week, I'll provide insights, principles, and strategies to help you deter distractions, find your focus, manage your emotions, and cultivate boundless confidence so that you can play to your potential. Subscribe now . *** Key Quotes: "Emotional mastery is imperative if you wish to shoot more pars than bogeys." "You're not going to immediately salvage or fix the deep-rooted emotional problem by taking a couple extra hundred swings after a subpar round." "You've got to learn to better manage, regulate, identify, control your emotions." Join our free and growing community of serious golfers striving to shoot more pars than bogeys. More Pars Than Bogeys Facebook Group . *** For all things 1:1 Mental Game Coaching, Group Mental Game Coaching, and Speaking, visit me here: www.golfmindsetcoaching.com . For feedback, questions, or to take me out for a round of golf, shoot me an email or connect with me on social media: Instagram: @paulsaltercoaching Twitter: @paulsaltercoach LinkedIn: Paul Salter Coaching Time Stamps 00:00: Introducing the More Pars Than Bogeys Newsletter 02:06: The Importance of Emotional Mastery in Golf 04:08: The Impact of Unaddressed Emotions on Performance 09:51: The Rapid Reset Breath: A Strategy for Emotional Regulation 16:28: Read the More Pars Than Bogeys Newsletter for Valuable Insights