Here are some simple ways to start building a strong, positive mindset. Negativity is a habit. It will take practice to make a new habit to replace it. •Look for the Positives-be present and notice the good things around you. They are always there. •Be realistic about expectations-this helps us avoid unnecessary disappointment. Perfect is not a realistic expectation. It is fine to strive for perfection, but if we are expecting ourselves to never make an error, we will be disa

This is a small change that will make a big difference. Use it everywhere. Replace the words 'don't forget' with the word 'remember'. When you say don't forget, your brain hears two negatives. The focus is negative and it is on forgetting. Usually this actually makes us forget. Have you ever told your child "Don't forget your lunch." and then they forget it. Try using 'remember' instead. Here are some examples of how to use this on the course. Change "Don't chunk it in that t

Practice getting to your zone and make it a natural part of your game or use it whenever you are feeling stressed, or need more confidence. #improvedsportsperformance #controllingemotions #focus #psychology #preshotroutine #concentration #clearmind #golf #relaxation #control #behaviorcontrol #performanceenhancement #sports #zone #confidence #refocus #positivethinking

A meditative session to create a mental zone or happy place where your best sports performance can flow freely. Part one of two to create your zone, practice getting there and make it part of your mental golf bag. #improvedsportsperformance #psychology #focus #concentration #clearmind #golf #preshotroutine #behaviorcontrol #performanceenhancement #sports #zone #confidence #refocus #positivethinking

Staying positive when negative players are around can be a full time job. Protect you positivity and play your best game. This is the forth and final part in the series. #improvedsportsperformance #psychology #focus #controllingemotions #clearmind #concentration #golf #performanceenhancement #sports #positivethinking #sportspsychology

Focus on What You Can Control Do you worry about your competition, the weather or course conditions? This is a waste of energy and focus. You can't do anything about these things. There's only one thing that you can control, yourself. Focus on your confidence, physiology, positivity and behavior. In essence, it is all about you. Fretting over outcomes will also take your focus away from what you can control. If you take care of the process, the outcome will take care of itsel