Episodes

  • #108: [Inside the Mind] Patrick Sebastien: The Power of Adversity and Learning to Expect Greatness

    #108: [Inside the Mind] Patrick Sebastien: The Power of Adversity and Learning to Expect Greatness
    Nov 6 2025
    In this powerful episode of The Scratch Golfer's Mindset Podcast, I sit down with former MMA coach and mindset expert, Patrick Sebastien, to explore the art of mental toughness — both inside and outside the ropes. Drawing from years in the fight world and his work with elite golfers, Patrick unpacks how adversity, flow states, and physical intensity combine to build unshakable confidence and resilience on the golf course. You'll learn how to intentionally seek and use adversity to your advantage, train like an athlete to improve emotional control under pressure, and create your own blueprint for peak performance. Patrick and I dive deep into visualization, breathwork, and post-round reflection as essential tools to develop composure, focus, and self-belief when the stakes are high. In this episode, you'll learn: How to reframe adversity as opportunity and bounce back fast after a blow-up hole (or business setback).Why flow states require struggle first, and how to use challenge to trigger "the zone."A simple gym-to-course formula: create controlled physical stress, then regulate it with breath so pressure feels familiar on the tee.The breath training + visualization sequence Patrick uses pre-round to build calm, focus, and confidence.How to design on-course pressure reps (mini challenges) so tournaments feel like just another rep.How an identity shift ("I am an athlete") unlocks consistency, intensity, and faster scoring gains.The expect/accept model: expect greatness, accept imperfection, and re-engage on the next shot.Ways to calibrate your arousal level (not too calm, not too hyped) to hit your personal performance sweet spot. Whether you're chasing a club championship or your next business milestone, this episode will help you expect greatness — and perform like it. Get your pencils ready and start listening. P.S. Curious to learn more about the results my clients are experiencing and what they say about working with me? Read more here. More About Patrick Sebastien Patrick Sebastien is a performance coach who helps golfers elevate their game through a holistic approach that blends physical conditioning, mental training, and strategic mastery. With over 20 years of experience teaching Muay Thai and MMA, 15 years as a personal trainer specializing in functional fitness, and 10 years guiding breath training and meditation, Patrick brings a unique perspective to golf performance optimization. He began coaching in golf in 2022 after working with a Korn Ferry Tour player as a mental coach, and has since trained professionals, college athletes, and elite junior golfers, using his unique approach to physical and mental training for golf. Patrick specializes in preparing players to excel on and off the course by integrating strength, mobility, focus, and strategic awareness. Connect with Patrick: WebsiteInstagramYouTube Play to Your Potential On (and Off) the Course Schedule a Mindset Coaching Discovery CallSubscribe to the More Pars than Bogeys NewsletterDownload my "Play Your Best Round" free hypnosis audio recording. High-Performance Hypnotherapy and Mindset Coaching Paul Salter - known as The Golf Hypnotherapist - is a High-Performance Hypnotherapist and Mindset Coach who leverages hypnosis and powerful subconscious reprogramming techniques to help golfers of all ages and skill levels overcome the mental hazards of their minds so they can shoot lower scores and play to their potential. He has over 16 years of coaching experience working with high performers in various industries, helping them get unstuck, out of their own way, and unlock their full potential. Click here to learn more about how high-performance hypnotherapy and mindset coaching can help you get out of your own way and play to your potential on (and off) the course. Instagram: @thegolfhypnotherapist Twitter: @parsoverbogeys Key Takeaways: Perseverance is the foundation of bounce-back ability.Adversity creates flow; no struggle, no growth.Great players train adversity before they face it.Physical stress builds emotional control.Fitness isn't optional—it's a performance multiplier.Breathwork bridges chaos and composure.Journaling post-round accelerates learning and awareness.You can't control results—but you can always control your process.Expect greatness, but accept imperfection.Visualization isn't fantasy—it's mental reps for success.Meditation sharpens calm, control, and clarity under pressure.True athletes embrace discomfort and keep expanding their limits.A champion's mindset is forged in the gym before it's displayed on the course. Key Quotes: Adversity is a wake-up call. It's fuel, not failure.Flow only exists because of struggle.Train hard, fight easy. The harder your training, the easier your performance.Physical stress and mental stress present the same way. Learn to master one, and you master both.If you never fail, you're probably not trying hard enough.Expect greatness while accepting less than ...
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    52 mins
  • #107: Stop Starting Over: Separation Season Has Arrived

    #107: Stop Starting Over: Separation Season Has Arrived
    Nov 3 2025
    Every winter, it happens… Your clubs collect dust, your swing feels distant, and that quiet voice creeps in: "What if I lose everything I worked for this season?" But what most golfers lose in the off-season isn't their mechanics — it's their confidence. You stop swinging. You stop visualizing. You stop feeling like a golfer. And by the time spring rolls around, you're not just rusty — you're hesitant, uncertain, and disconnected from the player you were just a few months ago. Here's the truth: confidence isn't built under sunshine and scorecards — it's built in the dark. It's built in the quiet reps no one sees, the small acts of discipline that nobody celebrates. This winter, you have a choice: You can coast, like every other golfer who slides backward once the weather turns… or you can treat these months like Separation Season — your chance to build confidence, sharpen your edge, and step into spring already playing the best golf of your life. In this episode, you'll learn: Why most golfers lose confidence, not mechanics, in the off-season — and how to protect it.The four mental traps that create regression and how to beat each one.How to set a minimum effective dose for practice, fitness, and mindset work.The identity shift needed to think, train, and prepare like a golfer year-round.And how to design an off-season plan that builds momentum now — so you never have to "find your swing" again. If you're ready to break the typical golf season pattern of two steps forward, three steps back, and breakthrough to play to your potential in 2026, this episode is for you. Get your pencils ready and start listening. P.S. Curious to learn more about the results my clients are experiencing and what they say about working with me? Read more here. Play to Your Potential On (and Off) the Course Schedule a Mindset Coaching Discovery CallSubscribe to the More Pars than Bogeys NewsletterDownload my "Play Your Best Round" free hypnosis audio recording. High-Performance Hypnotherapy and Mindset Coaching Paul Salter - known as The Golf Hypnotherapist - is a High-Performance Hypnotherapist and Mindset Coach who leverages hypnosis and powerful subconscious reprogramming techniques to help golfers of all ages and skill levels overcome the mental hazards of their minds so they can shoot lower scores and play to their potential. He has over 16 years of coaching experience working with high performers in various industries, helping them get unstuck, out of their own way, and unlock their full potential. Click here to learn more about how high-performance hypnotherapy and mindset coaching can help you get out of your own way and play to your potential on (and off) the course. Instagram: @thegolfhypnotherapist Key Takeaways: Confidence decays first. Touch a club and your routine multiple times per week to keep the "golfer" identity alive.Beat all-or-nothing with a minimum-effective-dose: short, repeatable sessions > heroic plans you won't sustain.Comfort creep is costly. Indulgence is fine; defaulting to comfort isn't. Keep micro-standards through the holidays.Excuses in a suit are still excuses. "I'll wait for better conditions" trains retreat, not resilience.Accountability accelerates. Coach, community, or check-ins — add a scoreboard and you'll show up.Lift the floor. Off-season is perfect for strength, mobility, and power so your worst days get better.Calendar = commitment. If it isn't blocked, it isn't real. Audit, schedule, and protect your reps. Key Quotes: "Confidence isn't built in season — it's built in the dark.""Most golfers don't lose ground from weather; they lose it from mental drift.""All-or-nothing is perfectionism dressed up as logic.""Comfort is a habit. So is consistency. Choose which one you'll practice.""Excuses preserve the ego but poison momentum.""Raise the floor this winter — strength and identity travel.""If it's not on your calendar, it's not a priority. It's a wish." Time Stamps: 00:00: The real off-season loss: confidence, not mechanics04:10: "Separation Season" reframe and episode roadmap10:37: The Thermostat Effect: identity sets your handicap21:11: All-or-nothing thinking + Minimum-Effective-Dose fix29:36: Five clarity questions & building your winter plan
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    42 mins
  • #106: [Inside the Mind] Elliot Roe: Chasing Balance, Burning Dirty Fuel, and Overcoming Invisible Resistance

    #106: [Inside the Mind] Elliot Roe: Chasing Balance, Burning Dirty Fuel, and Overcoming Invisible Resistance
    Oct 30 2025
    In this episode of The Scratch Golfer's Mindset Podcast, I sit down with my mentor, world-renowned mindset and performance coach, Elliot Roe. Together, we engage in a power discussion to unpack what truly separates high performers from the rest—how to release subconscious resistance, redefine balance, and access peak states on demand. Elliot reveals why detachment from results is a prerequisite for sustained success, how subconscious childhood patterns quietly sabotage progress, and the science behind hypnosis as a tool for lasting transformation. He also dives into the relationship between identity, fear, and indecision—and how understanding these elements can elevate your performance on the course, in business, and in life. In this episode, you'll learn: How to balance ambition and detachment to perform your best under pressure.Why "invisible resistance" keeps you stuck—and how to finally remove it.The neuroscience of hypnosis and how it reprograms limiting beliefs.How identity and subconscious stories shape performance and self-worth.A simple exercise to reveal the habits separating you from elite performers.Why fear of success and fear of failure are two sides of the same coin.How presence—not anger or intensity—fuels true peak performance. Whether you're chasing your next big win, breaking 80, or scaling your company, this conversation offers tactical frameworks and mindset shifts to help you remove the invisible brakes and unlock your true potential. Get your pencils ready and start listening. P.P.S. Curious to learn more about the results my clients are experiencing and what they say about working with me? Read more here. More About Elliot Roe Elliot Roe is a leading expert in Mindset Optimization for High Performers and is the world's #1 Mindset Coach for poker players. His poker clients have won over $250,000,000 and nearly every major tournament title, including the World Series of Poker Main Event. Elliot's clientele also includes Olympic medalists, UFC Champions, Hollywood Actors, Business executives, and Wall Street traders. His unique mindset coaching system leverages the power of hypnotherapy to eliminate fears and breakthrough mental roadblocks, allowing you to operate in a state of peak performance every day. Connect with Elliot: Mindset and Perofrmance CoachingOn Twitter @elliotroe1Download the Primed Mind App Play to Your Potential On (and Off) the Course Schedule a Mindset Coaching Discovery CallSubscribe to the More Pars than Bogeys NewsletterDownload my "Play Your Best Round" free hypnosis audio recording. High-Performance Hypnotherapy and Mindset Coaching Paul Salter - known as The Golf Hypnotherapist - is a High-Performance Hypnotherapist and Mindset Coach who leverages hypnosis and powerful subconscious reprogramming techniques to help golfers of all ages and skill levels overcome the mental hazards of their minds so they can shoot lower scores and play to their potential. He has over 16 years of coaching experience working with high performers in various industries, helping them get unstuck, out of their own way, and unlock their full potential. Click here to learn more about how high-performance hypnotherapy and mindset coaching can help you get out of your own way and play to your potential on (and off) the course. Instagram: @thegolfhypnotherapist Twitter: @parsoverbogeys Key Takeaways: Detachment drives performance: Balance isn't "soft"—it reduces emotional over-attachment to outcomes so you can execute under pressure.Build a non-variance win: Add a weekly pursuit (gym, BJJ, etc.) with incremental progress so your self-worth isn't hostage to poker/golf/markets.Calendar = truth: Audit your week. If sleep, family, training, and mindset work aren't scheduled, your goals are fantasy.Clear the landmines first: Use hypnosis/subconscious work to neutralize old emotional triggers so you're not "driving with the brakes on."Identity follows behavior: List what the best in your field do, mark what you're avoiding, and face those reps—belief grows after action.Indecision is ego-protection: Not deciding preserves the story "I'd win if I tried." Decide, act, and let data reshape the story.Presence beats anger: Elite performance (golf, trading, UFC, business) comes from calm focus and recovery skills—not rage or intensity. Key Quotes: "If you know what to do and can't bring yourself to do it, you don't need a strategy coach—you need a mindset coach.""Balance isn't a weakness. It's a performance enhancer.""You can't separate who you are off the course from who shows up on the course.""Indecision is ego protection—it lets you believe you'd succeed if you tried.""Fear of failure and fear of success both whisper the same lie: I'm not enough.""Our work as coaches is to file down the edges of the cube until it rolls smoothly—until you're in flow.""You are not your issues. They're learned patterns—and they can be unlearned." Time Stamps: 00:00 The ...
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    57 mins
  • #105: My First Member-Guest Experience - A Recap

    #105: My First Member-Guest Experience - A Recap
    Oct 27 2025
    I showed up to my first member-guest at Tampa Palms sick, under-prepared, and running on caffeine, ibuprofen, and grit—and still found a way to win our flight and taste the shootout. In this raw recap, I walk you through the chaos (slow play, no warm-up, rules hiccups), the lows (bunker disasters), and the highs (clutch sand save on the final hole). You'll hear exactly how I managed energy, self-talk, and strategy when my plan went to zero—and how those same mindset levers translate to your next round and your business. In this episode, you'll learn: How to manage expectations and energy when your prep falls apartThe mindset shift that helped me play calm golf while feeling physically awfulHow to simplify focus and stay composed through delays, chaos, and pressureWhat poor communication (and one painful scoring mistake) taught me about teamworkThe mental difference between avoiding a weakness and training through itWhy gratitude is the fastest way to reset mid-round and regain confidenceHow emotional awareness off the course—like parenting guilt or stress—affects your game and composure on it Buckle up for an exciting, relatable ride navigating plenty of highs and lows during an epic Member-Guest weekend. Get your pencils ready and start listening. P.S. Curious to learn more about the results my clients are experiencing and what they say about working with me? Read more here. Play to Your Potential On (and Off) the Course Schedule a Mindset Coaching Discovery CallSubscribe to the More Pars than Bogeys NewsletterDownload my "Play Your Best Round" free hypnosis audio recording. High-Performance Hypnotherapy and Mindset Coaching Paul Salter - known as The Golf Hypnotherapist - is a High-Performance Hypnotherapist and Mindset Coach who leverages hypnosis and powerful subconscious reprogramming techniques to help golfers of all ages and skill levels overcome the mental hazards of their minds so they can shoot lower scores and play to their potential. He has over 16 years of coaching experience working with high performers in various industries, helping them get unstuck, out of their own way, and unlock their full potential. Click here to learn more about how high-performance hypnotherapy and mindset coaching can help you get out of your own way and play to your potential on (and off) the course. Instagram: @thegolfhypnotherapist Key Takeaways: Control the controllables, shrink the focus. Limited energy forced me to narrow attention to a few keys—hydration, tempo, target.Gratitude regulates performance. A 60-second gratitude reset shifted me from frustration to neutral and sparked a strong finish.Communication is strategy. Score-checking and slowing down on tap-ins would've saved a hole; over-communicate under stress.Bunker avoidance isn't a plan. Weakness avoidance became a liability; targeted reps + one committed technique are mandatory.Course management beats ego. Long irons and conservative lines kept us in play and in matches—even without driver.Blissful boredom wins. Treat each shot as routine; remove drama to keep execution steady through delays and chaos.Team > hero shot. Celebrate partners' contributions as much as your clutch moments; it strengthens trust when it matters. Key Quotes: "I had zero energy—so I spent it on the only three things that moved the needle.""Gratitude was my reset button; it pulled me from anger back to neutral.""Avoiding a weakness is not a strategy—it's a ticking time bomb.""When the day goes sideways, shrink the goal to one shot and one breath.""Over-communicate scores under pressure; assumptions are expensive.""Blissful boredom is a superpower—routine drains the drama out of big moments.""Winning our flight wasn't one swing; it was two teammates honoring their roles." Time Stamps: 00:00: The Build-Up to the Member Guest Event02:36: Experiencing the Member Guest Event05:27: Navigating Challenges and Expectations08:35: Reflections on Performance and Resilience11:16: The Final Matches and Lessons Learned13:57: The Shootout Experience and Takeaways
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    43 mins
  • #104: [Inside the Mind] Kevin Kenny: Golf is a Math Contest and the Secret to Shooting Lower Scores Consistently

    #104: [Inside the Mind] Kevin Kenny: Golf is a Math Contest and the Secret to Shooting Lower Scores Consistently
    Oct 23 2025
    What if your next low round isn't hiding in a swing tip—but in boring, repeatable fundamentals? In this conversation, I'm joined by my golf coach, Director of Golf at Tampa Bay Country Club, Kevin Kenny. Kevin has won a PGA chapter or section event in five different decades. And, after shoulder surgery and seven months off, Kevin returned and shot 73—powered by meticulous pre-shot routines, alignment, posture, and belief. We dig into mental clutter vs. clarity, how to "watch the ball" instead of the monitor, why short game is the ultimate pressure valve, and how to compete with conviction decade after decade. You'll leave with a simple, durable framework to practice all winter, manage match play smarter, and build unconditional confidence on command. In this episode, you'll learn: The five fundamentals Kevin hammers (aim, grip, posture, turn back, turn through).A simple "find the root cause" process after any miss.The target-first focus shift that cleans up mental clutter fast.Why short-game mastery lowers scores and frees up your iron play.How to practice in the off-season without hitting a ball.Smarter match-play tactics (pars win, don't beat yourself).The mindset behind sustained winning across your 20s–60s. Get your pencils ready and start listening. P.P.S. Curious to learn more about the results my clients are experiencing and what they say about working with me? Read more here. More About Kevin Kenny Affectionately known as "KK," Kevin is the longtime Head Golf Professional at Tampa Palms Golf and Country Club. A staple in the Tampa golf community for more than two decades, KK has built a reputation for his deep technical knowledge, approachable coaching style, and commitment to helping players of all levels fall in love with the game. Under his leadership, Tampa Palms has become one of the premier golf experiences in the region—known not just for the course itself, but for the culture of respect, camaraderie, and continuous improvement he's cultivated among members and staff alike. Whether he's mentoring his team, helping juniors develop sound fundamentals, or guiding seasoned players through course management and mindset work, KK's influence extends far beyond swing mechanics. His passion for the game, attention to detail, and focus on growth make him one of the most respected and beloved figures in Florida golf. Play to Your Potential On (and Off) the Course Schedule a Mindset Coaching Discovery CallSubscribe to the More Pars than Bogeys NewsletterDownload my "Play Your Best Round" free hypnosis audio recording. High-Performance Hypnotherapy and Mindset Coaching Paul Salter - known as The Golf Hypnotherapist - is a High-Performance Hypnotherapist and Mindset Coach who leverages hypnosis and powerful subconscious reprogramming techniques to help golfers of all ages and skill levels overcome the mental hazards of their minds so they can shoot lower scores and play to their potential. He has over 16 years of coaching experience working with high performers in various industries, helping them get unstuck, out of their own way, and unlock their full potential. Click here to learn more about how high-performance hypnotherapy and mindset coaching can help you get out of your own way and play to your potential on (and off) the course. Instagram: @thegolfhypnotherapist Twitter: @parsoverbogeys Key Takeaways: Fundamentals are the real secret: grip, aim, posture, and rotation.Believe in what you're doing before you do it—confidence creates competence.Every golfer has their own swing; find yours and own it.Watch your shots. Reflect, don't react. Learn from every miss.Golf is a math contest—it's not about how, it's about how many.The best short games win tournaments, not perfect swings.Focus on targets, not trouble—your body follows your mind.Get your life in order off the course if you expect to play well on it.Match play rewards boring, consistent golf—avoid beating yourself.Mental clutter kills performance. Create your own reset routine to refocus. Key Quotes: "Golf is a math contest. It's not how—it's how many.""Everybody thinks there's a secret. The secret is fundamentals.""Believe before you perform. You don't get confident first—you choose confidence.""Watch it until it lands. Find the root cause—often it's alignment.""Short game takes the heat off your approach shots.""On the course, focus on the target, not the trouble.""In match play, don't beat yourself. A bunch of boring pars wins." Time Stamps: 00:00 The Comeback Story: Overcoming Adversity in Golf02:59 Mastering the Fundamentals: The Key to Consistent Play05:48 Mental Preparation: The Power of Visualization and Intentionality08:38 Managing Expectations: The Importance of Short Game and Course Management11:22 Mental Clutter: Clearing the Mind for Better Performance14:15 Focus and Intent: Strategies for Staying Present on the Course25:16 The Journey of a Golfer: Decades of Success27:33 The Power of ...
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    56 mins
  • #103: The Myth of Balance: Why High Performers Need Alignment

    #103: The Myth of Balance: Why High Performers Need Alignment
    Oct 21 2025

    High performers don't need "balance"—they need alignment.

    In this solo episode, I'll challenge the cultural myth of work-life balance and reframe success around energetic alignment: being ruthless with honesty about what you truly want, communicating clearly with yourself and others, and rhythms that fuel—rather than drain—your focus.

    I break down the neuroscience of burnout (why your prefrontal cortex goes offline, limbic system spikes, and motivation flatlines), show how misalignment creates chaos on the course and in business, and offer a practical path: define your wants, design your week around them, and protect one non-work outlet to speed subconscious integration.

    In this episode, you'll learn:

    • Why "balance" often sabotages high performers—and what to pursue instead
    • How chronic stress rewires the brain and quietly kills decision-making
    • A simple question that unlocks clarity and alignment ("What do I want?")
    • How honest communication becomes the foundation for sustainable ambition
    • A practical dashboard model for dialing priorities up or down by season
    • Why a non-industry hobby accelerates learning and prevents burnout
    • How to translate alignment into lower scores, stronger leadership, and more joy

    The goal isn't equal time everywhere; it's intentional energy where it matters most—so you can compete hard, recover well, and feel fulfilled.

    Get your pencils ready and start listening.

    P.S. Curious to learn more about the results my clients are experiencing and what they say about working with me? Read more here.

    P.P.S. Read "The Myth of Balance" newsletter.

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    High-Performance Hypnotherapy and Mindset Coaching

    Paul Salter - known as The Golf Hypnotherapist - is a High-Performance Hypnotherapist and Mindset Coach who leverages hypnosis and powerful subconscious reprogramming techniques to help golfers of all ages and skill levels overcome the mental hazards of their minds so they can shoot lower scores and play to their potential.

    He has over 16 years of coaching experience working with high performers in various industries, helping them get unstuck, out of their own way, and unlock their full potential.

    Click here to learn more about how high-performance hypnotherapy and mindset coaching can help you get out of your own way and play to your potential on (and off) the course.

    Instagram: @thegolfhypnotherapist

    Key Takeaways:

    • Balance ≠ equal hours—set your week by intentional energy, not symmetry.
    • Burnout is a brain problem: stress dulls focus and creativity; you play and lead worse.
    • Ask it daily: "What do I want?"—then build practice, work, and family rhythms around it.
    • Honest communication first with yourself, then with partner, kids, and team.
    • Seasonal dials: different goals need different settings; adjust without guilt.
    • Have one non-golf outlet (or non-work for entrepreneurs) to recharge and integrate skills.
    • Alignment feels clean: fewer reactive decisions, more presence over the ball—and at home.

    Key Quotes:

    • "High performers don't need balance—they need alignment."
    • "Chasing society's balance felt inauthentic; alignment felt honest."
    • "Chronic stress turns your prefrontal cortex down and your limbic system up."
    • "Ask yourself all day long: What do I want? Then design around that answer."
    • "Every breakthrough begins with honest communication—starting with you."
    • "You can have it all—just not all at 100 at the same time."
    • "The goal isn't dividing time; it's defining your truth and protecting your energy."
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    30 mins
  • #102: [Inside the Mind] John Weir: Using Hypnosis to Develop Mental Fitness and Update Your Self Image

    #102: [Inside the Mind] John Weir: Using Hypnosis to Develop Mental Fitness and Update Your Self Image
    Oct 16 2025
    What if your inconsistency on the golf course wasn't about mechanics—but about how your brain is wired to learn, handle stress, and perform under pressure? In this episode of The Scratch Golfer's Mindset Podcast, I sit down with John Weir, creator of Mental Golf Type, to explore how personality wiring, hypnosis, and mental fitness shape your golf performance and your life. John breaks down why self-image is the foundation of confidence, how stress changes your swing before mechanics ever do, and why "being you" is the ultimate competitive advantage. In this episode, you'll learn: What hypnosis really is (and why it's a natural state of mind).The role of brainwaves in learning, confidence, and performance.How self-image is formed—and how to reshape it for success.Why celebrating positive shots accelerates growth.The difference between mental game strategies and mindset training.How your personality type influences stress, learning, and consistency.Why "being you" is the fastest path to your zone state. Whether you're trying to break 90, win your club championship, or gain an edge in business, John's insights will help you understand yourself at a deeper level—and show you how to align with your strengths for lasting success. Get your pencils ready and start listening. P.P.S. Curious to learn more about the results my clients are experiencing and what they say about working with me? Read more here. More About John John Weir is the creator of the Mental Golf Type® program, author of Golfer's Guide to Mental Fitness, and co-founder of Mental Golf Type LLC, where he helps golfers around the world unlock peak performance through the power of the mind. With over 23 years of experience, John holds a psychology degree from Point Park University, is an NLP Master Practitioner, and a board certified hypnotist/instructor via the National Guild of Hypnotists. John has trained coaches and practitioners in 60 countries through his golf hypnosis certification course, and his mental performance coaching has contributed to multiple national championship wins—including with Seminole State College's women's golf team. He is a recognized authority in his field, has received top honors from the National Guild of Hypnotists, and has been featured by media outlets like ESPN Radio, FOX Sports, and Golf Magazine. Learn your Mental Golf Type and get certified here. Play to Your Potential On (and Off) the Course Schedule a Mindset Coaching Discovery CallSubscribe to the More Pars than Bogeys NewsletterDownload my "Play Your Best Round" free hypnosis audio recording. High-Performance Hypnotherapy and Mindset Coaching Paul Salter - known as The Golf Hypnotherapist - is a High-Performance Hypnotherapist and Mindset Coach who leverages hypnosis and powerful subconscious reprogramming techniques to help golfers of all ages and skill levels overcome the mental hazards of their minds so they can shoot lower scores and play to their potential. He has over 16 years of coaching experience working with high performers in various industries, helping them get unstuck, out of their own way, and unlock their full potential. Click here to learn more about how high-performance hypnotherapy and mindset coaching can help you get out of your own way and play to your potential on (and off) the course. Instagram: @thegolfhypnotherapist Twitter: @parsoverbogeys Key Takeaways: Hypnosis is a natural brainwave state that improves learning and receptivity.Self-image, formed in childhood, drives confidence, habits, and athletic identity.Celebrating positive shots (with emotion) hardwires them into memory.Stress and cortisol—not swing flaws—often cause inconsistency.Personality type influences how you process information and respond under pressure.Mental fitness is like physical fitness—it requires daily training.True performance comes from being yourself, not mimicking the pros. Key Quotes: "Hypnosis is simply a natural state of mind—it's how we learn best.""Your subconscious doesn't care if it's positive or negative—it just supports your self-image.""Every good shot deserves a fist pump. Celebrate the positive to wire it in.""Most inconsistency in golf isn't mechanical—it's stress shutting down the motor cortex.""Your personality type is your wiring. Once you know it, performance becomes simpler.""Mental fitness is just as important as physical fitness—you need both daily.""The zone isn't about being Tiger or Phil—it's about being yourself." Time Stamps: 00:00: Understanding Hypnosis and Brain Waves02:44: The Importance of Receptive States05:42: Building Self-Image and Overcoming Limiting Beliefs08:29: Emotional Anchoring and Positive Reinforcement11:30: Mental Fitness: A New Approach to Hypnosis14:30: The Role of Personality in Performance17:21: Stress Management and Performance Consistency20:17: Understanding Learning Styles and Personality Types23:13: The Impact of Personality on Relationships26:14: Simplifying...
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    1 hr
  • #101: The Pleasure Hidden in Your Pain: Why You Might Secretly Love the Struggle

    #101: The Pleasure Hidden in Your Pain: Why You Might Secretly Love the Struggle
    Oct 13 2025

    What if the stress, chaos, and self-sabotage you keep bumping into are exactly what a hidden part of you wants?

    In this solo episode, I explore the powerful concept from the book, "Existential Kink," that "having is a form of wanting" and reveal how your mind can secretly crave the very patterns that hold you back.

    Through a raw personal story and a three-step framework, you'll learn how to uncover hidden programs that create stress and sabotage in your golf game, business, and life, so you can finally break free and play with calm, confidence, and clarity.

    In this episode, you'll learn:

    • What "having is a form of wanting" means for your golf game and life
    • How early programming creates today's patterns of chaos, fear, and urgency
    • A three-step method (Acknowledge, Accept, Act) to shift stubborn habits
    • How curiosity + breath turn discomfort into data you can use
    • Why identity fear keeps you "almost there" (breaking 80, scaling revenue)
    • A 15-minute journal exercise to map stressors and rewrite beliefs

    If you've been "almost" breaking 80, "almost" scaling the business, or "almost" following up with hot leads, this will help you see why—and how to finally play free.

    Get your pencils ready and start listening.

    P.S. Curious to learn more about the results my clients are experiencing and what they say about working with me? Read more here.

    Play to Your Potential On (and Off) the Course

    1. Schedule a Mindset Coaching Discovery Call
    2. Subscribe to the More Pars than Bogeys Newsletter
    3. Download my "Play Your Best Round" free hypnosis audio recording.

    High-Performance Hypnotherapy and Mindset Coaching

    Paul Salter - known as The Golf Hypnotherapist - is a High-Performance Hypnotherapist and Mindset Coach who leverages hypnosis and powerful subconscious reprogramming techniques to help golfers of all ages and skill levels overcome the mental hazards of their minds so they can shoot lower scores and play to their potential.

    He has over 16 years of coaching experience working with high performers in various industries, helping them get unstuck, out of their own way, and unlock their full potential.

    Click here to learn more about how high-performance hypnotherapy and mindset coaching can help you get out of your own way and play to your potential on (and off) the course.

    Instagram: @thegolfhypnotherapist

    Key Takeaways:

    • Shadow patterns persist because they once met a need; honor that before you edit it.
    • Identity fear ("Who will I be if I break 80?") often blocks the final 5%.
    • Presence + breath are the fastest way to access and soften hidden programs.
    • Acceptance is not approval—it's the on-ramp to real change.
    • Curiosity beats judgment; treat tension in the body as useful feedback.
    • Write the new rule: swap "almost" stories for precise, process-driven scripts.
    • Fitness and daily reps (breath, journaling, hypnosis) cement the new identity.

    Key Quotes:

    • "Having is a form of wanting—your patterns persist because some part of you benefits."
    • "You can't change code you refuse to read: acknowledge, accept, then act."
    • "Curiosity turns discomfort into data."
    • "Identity fear keeps golfers married to the 'almost broke 80' story."
    • "Acceptance isn't surrender; it's traction."
    • "Breathe where it hurts—presence is the scalpel that removes old programs."
    • "If you want different results, you must believe different—and then do different."

    Time Stamps:

    • 00:00: The Desire Behind Self-Sabotage
    • 02:45: Reflections on Personal Challenges
    • 05:29: The Boxing Match Experience
    • 11:11: Understanding Patterns of Chaos
    • 16:44: The Subconscious Code of Our Lives
    • 22:11: Acknowledgment and Acceptance for Change
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    28 mins