Episodes

  • #130: [Inside the Mind] Joe Wessel: Single-Minded Focus and Studying the Golden Bear (Jack Nicklaus) Up Close

    #130: [Inside the Mind] Joe Wessel: Single-Minded Focus and Studying the Golden Bear (Jack Nicklaus) Up Close
    Jan 22 2026
    In today's episode, I sit down with Joe Wessel—former Florida State safety and coach, author of White Fang and the Golden Bear, and someone who experienced Jack Nicklaus's life, leadership, and family values up close. Joe shares what truly separated Jack from the rest of the golf world: his innate athleticism, his unusual ability to make multiple in-swing adjustments, and—most importantly—his commitment to never letting his family become collateral damage on his path to greatness. We explore how single-minded drive can fuel extraordinary success or quietly destroy relationships, and how intentional priorities, time management, and communication allow you to be fully present both at work and at home. You'll walk away with powerful insights on leadership, family, legacy, and what it truly means to pursue excellence in golf, business, and life. In this episode, you'll learn: How Jack Nicklaus's intangibles, athleticism, and preparation created a different level of competitive advantageThe difference between healthy single-minded focus and destructive obsession that destroys familiesHow intentional time management and clear priorities allow you to be all-in at work and all-in at homeWhy perseverance after failure matters more than natural talent—on the field, in business, and on the courseHow to recognize the heroes already in your life and what that means for how you show up for your kidsWhy documenting your story—letters, journals, recordings—is one of the most powerful gifts you can give your familyHow faith, family, and purpose can become your north star for every decision you make in golf, business, and life 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 Joe Joe Wessel is a former Florida State walk-on who became a special teams All-American, then spent 13 years coaching at the highest levels of college and professional football, including stints at LSU, Notre Dame, Cincinnati, and with the Philadelphia Eagles. After leaving coaching, he built a successful career in banking and leadership, where he's known as much for his mentoring and "overpaid psychologist" role as for his business results. Joe is the author of "White Fang and the Golden Bear," a powerful story that weaves together his relationship with his father, his time rooming with Jack Nicklaus's son Steve at Florida State, and the lessons he learned watching Jack compete, lead, and prioritize family. His work sits at the intersection of faith, family, leadership, and high performance—on the field, in business, and at home. 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: Some advantages are innate, but preparation, athleticism, and awareness are levers we can all train.Single-minded drive is powerful—until it turns your family into collateral damage.Time management is value management: if family isn't on the calendar, it won't happen.You don't need to be the smartest person in the room; you need to lead, delegate, and serve.Perseverance after failure can rewrite your story more than any early success ever will.Your greatest hero might already be in your house—often a parent quietly living their values.Faith and family can anchor you so deeply that success becomes an extension—not a replacement—of what matters most. Key Quotes: "Some people are just born able to see things others can't—but everyone can choose how prepared they are.""He wasn't going to let his family be the sacrificial lamb of his success.""I don't have to be the smartest person in the room—I just have to help people do what they need to do.""If your need is to satisfy your wife and your family with your time, you're going to make that happen.""My hero wasn't a famous coach or athlete—my hero was the man I lived with every day: my father.""If you don't tell your story and write it down, it's not going to get passed to the people who need to hear it.""Faith and family get you ...
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    51 mins
  • #129: [REPLAY] Breaking Through Your Mental Ceiling: The Golf Thermostat Effect

    #129: [REPLAY] Breaking Through Your Mental Ceiling: The Golf Thermostat Effect
    Jan 19 2026
    You will only rise to the level of success, money, and happiness you believe you are worthy of. That belief dictates how you perform under pressure, how much success you can experience, and whether you self-sabotage when you're outside your comfort zone. In this episode of The Scratch Golfer's Mindset Podcast, I dive deep into the power of beliefs, explaining how your internal thermostat—your self-worth—regulates your success in golf and life. If you're stuck in a cycle of playing below your potential, struggling to maintain progress, or finding yourself folding under tournament pressure, it's likely because of deep-seated limiting beliefs that need to be rewired. In this episode, you'll learn: Why your beliefs set your limits for successHow to assess where your internal thermostat is setWhen, how, and why your beliefs are formedThe four categories of beliefs you possess and how you can find their originAction steps you can take today to unlearn the limiting beliefs holding you back Get your pencils ready and start listening. 1-1 High-Performance Hypnotherapy and Mindset Coaching: If you're serious about getting out of your own way and playing to your potential, click here to schedule a Mindset Coaching Discovery Call to learn how I can help you make playing to your potential a habit. 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: Your Beliefs Set Your Limits: You won't outperform the level of success you subconsciously believe you deserve.The Upper Limit Problem: Achieving more success than you're used to triggers self-sabotage to bring you back to your comfort zone.Your Psychological Thermostat: Just like a home's temperature control, your subconscious keeps your success within a familiar range.Self-Sabotage Shows Up in Your Game: Blowing a lead, missing easy putts under pressure, or tightening up on the back nine are signs of belief-driven resistance.Your Beliefs Are Learned, Not Fixed: Most of your core beliefs about success, failure, and self-worth were formed before age seven.You Can Rewire Your Beliefs: With awareness and deliberate work, you can upgrade your belief system to match your goals.Hypnotherapy is a Powerful Tool: By accessing the subconscious, you can rapidly rewrite limiting beliefs and accelerate growth. Key Quotes: "You will only rise to the level of success you believe you are worthy of.""Self-sabotage isn't random—it's your subconscious keeping you in your comfort zone.""If you don't truly believe you can break 80, you'll always find a way to stay stuck.""Your beliefs aren't your own—they were shaped by your environment long before you had a choice.""The subconscious mind craves predictability, even if it means repeating destructive patterns.""The moment you achieve success beyond your belief system, your thermostat kicks in to cool you down.""You can rewire your mind to support your goals, but first, you have to recognize the patterns keeping you stuck." Time Stamps: 00:00: The Power of Beliefs07:03: Understanding the Upper Limit Problem13:51: Beliefs and Their Origins20:53: Unlearning Limiting Beliefs26:06: The Path to Transformation
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    30 mins
  • #128: [Inside the Mind] Matthew Caldaroni: Building Systems for Resilience, Certainty, and Confidence - When You Need Them Most

    #128: [Inside the Mind] Matthew Caldaroni: Building Systems for Resilience, Certainty, and Confidence - When You Need Them Most
    Jan 15 2026
    Most golfers (and entrepreneurs) think resilience is willpower—grit, grind, hustle, "just dig deeper." And under pressure, that approach eventually snaps… In this episode, Matt Caldaroni, CEO and Co-Founder of Molliteum, a performance resilience company, explains why resilience isn't a personality trait—it's a system. We break down his three-part resilience framework (excitement, certainty, focus), why certainty beats confidence, how to build a pre-performance routine that actually transfers to the course, and why rest isn't laziness—it's how your nervous system locks in skill. In this episode, you'll learn: Why willpower fails when pressure spikes—and what to rely on insteadMatt's resilience framework: excitement, certainty, and focusThe difference between confidence and certainty (and why it matters)How to build certainty with process visualization + intentional repsWhy "flow state" is preparing to let go—not chasing a magic feelingHow elite performers detach self-worth from results using standardsA simple pre-performance system: breathe, clarify, watch film, visualize 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 Matt Matt Caldaroni is the resilience coach athletes call when their mental game is costing them strokes. He's worked with elite performers across the NHL, NBA, NFL, and pro golf, helping them master pressure, build unshakable confidence, and finally bring their best game into competition. Matt is the CEO and Co-Founder of Molliteum, the performance resilience company trusted by athletes who want systems, not guesswork. He specializes in giving golfers the tools to stay calm, consistent, and locked in on every hole, no matter the stakes. 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: Resilience isn't willpower—it's having a system you can fall back on when adversity hits.Flow state is "preparing to let go," and it starts in practice—not on game day.Confidence is the outcome; certainty creates courage, and courage produces results.Excitement is built from identity + vision + purpose—the "core hunger" system.Certainty requires skill mastery and situational mastery (what to do, when, and how).Most "practice-to-performance" gaps are missing specificity or intensity in practice.Rest and recovery aren't optional—they're how learning integrates into your nervous system. Key Quotes: "Resilience is having the ability to adapt.""You need to build systems to respond to pressure.""Visualizing the process to get the outcome—that works.""Focus is a cherry on top.""It goes certainty, courage, and then confidence.""The higher you go, the more mistakes you're going to make—and you've got to accept that.""Become that person." Time Stamps: 00:00: The Myth of Willpower in Resilience02:48: Building Systems for Success06:03: The Role of Excitement, Certainty, and Focus08:49: Understanding Flow State11:47: The Confidence-Courage-Certainty Connection14:37: Commitment and Core Values17:28: Detaching Self-Worth from Results20:26: Navigating Mistakes and Identity Spirals22:19: Building Competence and Focus23:33: Understanding and Managing Pressure25:50: Reconditioning and Behavior Change27:58: The Importance of Rest and Recovery31:41: Developing Resilience and Adaptability35:23: Transferring Skills Under Pressure38:22: Action Steps for High Performance45:41: Becoming That Person
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    53 mins
  • #127: Stop Affirming. Start Asking. The Fastest Way to Goal Achievement

    #127: Stop Affirming. Start Asking. The Fastest Way to Goal Achievement
    Jan 12 2026
    In this episode, I challenge one of the most common personal development habits—affirmations—and introduce a far more powerful alternative. If confidence feels inconsistent… if discipline fades when motivation disappears… and if you know what to do but still struggle to execute, this conversation is for you. We explore why asking better questions—specifically yes-or-no "Will you?" questions—creates faster, more sustainable behavior change than statements, goals, or affirmations ever could. Drawing on decades of behavioral research, identity psychology, and real-world golf and life examples, I break down how questions engage your subconscious, eliminate excuses, and leverage cognitive dissonance to pull you into action—especially when you don't feel like it. In this episode, you'll learn: Why affirmations often fail to create lasting behavior changeHow asking "Will you?" activates confidence and ownershipThe psychology behind cognitive dissonance—and how to use itWhy yes/no questions eliminate excuses and justificationsHow identity-based questions reinforce discipline under pressureThe subtle but critical difference between can I and will IHow to use questions to execute when motivation is gone This is a tactical yet deeply transformational episode designed to help you strengthen discipline, upgrade your self-talk, and accelerate becoming the version of yourself required to achieve your biggest goals—on the course and in life. 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 is built through your relationship with yourself—especially your self-talk.Questions engage your brain more powerfully than statements or affirmations."Will you?" implies ownership, commitment, and action—not possibility.Yes/no questions remove the mental loopholes that fuel excuses.Cognitive dissonance pushes behavior to align with identity.Discipline is strengthened when actions answer questions—not feelings.Asking better questions accelerates becoming who you want to be. Key Quotes: "Confidence is intoxicating—and one of its strongest predictors is how you talk to yourself.""Questions engage you; statements let you hide.""When you ask 'Will you?' there's no room for excuses—only action.""Cognitive dissonance is the discomfort that pulls you toward who you want to become.""Discipline is doing what needs to be done when you don't feel like it.""Your actions don't follow motivation—they follow identity.""The answer to who you'll become lies in the question 'Will you?'" Time Stamps: 00:00: The Power of Belief and Self-Talk02:58: Welcome Back: The Journey of Self-Improvement04:34: Upgrading Self-Talk: The Importance of Questions14:17: Cognitive Dissonance: Bridging the Gap to Your Best Self19:27: Taking Action: The Path to Becoming Your Best Self
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    24 mins
  • #126: [Inside the Mind] Derek Belch (CEO of Strivr and Stanford Kicker): Visualization on Steroids, Decision-Making Under Pressure, and the Psychology of High-Stakes Performance

    #126: [Inside the Mind] Derek Belch (CEO of Strivr and Stanford Kicker): Visualization on Steroids, Decision-Making Under Pressure, and the Psychology of High-Stakes Performance
    Jan 8 2026
    Pressure exposes the truth. It reveals who's prepared, who's present, and who's pretending. And whether you're standing over an eight-foot putt to win the Masters or staring down a boardroom full of investors, the mechanisms that make you crumble — or come alive — are the same. In this powerful conversation, Derek Belch—founder & CEO of STRIVR, former Stanford kicker, entrepreneur, and competitive golfer—breaks down the psychology of high-stakes performance. Derek shares what truly separates people who execute under pressure from those who collapse, why the myth of "balance" is misleading, and the mindset that's helped him build a pioneering tech company while simultaneously pursuing his quest to qualify for a PGA Tour event. In this episode, you'll learn: Why pressure is a privilege—and the hidden gift inside nervousnessThe difference between preparation that helps vs. preparation that hurtsHow VR training reveals the brain's decision-making blind spotsWhy perspective is the golfer's most underdeveloped mental skillHow to reframe pressure as opportunity instead of consequenceWhy so many founders burn out—and how to avoid becoming one of themThe real meaning of work-life balance for high achieversDerek's biggest lessons from pursuing scratch golf in his 40s Whether you're a golfer, entrepreneur, or high performer hungry for the next level, this episode will reshape the way you prepare, practice, and perform. 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 Derek Derek Belch is a former Stanford Cardinal kicker turned entrepreneur, best known as the founder and CEO of STRIVR, a pioneering virtual reality company that builds immersive training for NFL teams, Fortune 500 companies, and the U.S. military. A multi-degree Stanford graduate with an MBA from USC, Derek left coaching at Stanford to launch STRIVR out of the university's Virtual Human Interaction Lab and has since been recognized on Sports Business Journal's "Forty Under 40" list. Today, he balances leading STRIVR with his own quest to become a scratch golfer and hosts The Golfing CEO Podcast, where he explores the intersection of performance, leadership, and the game of 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 Key Takeaways: Pressure exposes preparation — nerves mean you care.Simulation (or mental reps) accelerates decision-making under stress.Perspective is the most underrated skill in golf and entrepreneurship.Tournament golf is a completely different sport than casual golf.You must know who you are to handle long-term stress effectively.Balance isn't real; clear values and non-negotiables are.Founders and golfers fail when expectations and identity collide. Key Quotes: "Pressure is a privilege — nerves simply mean you care.""If I've put in the work, it's in God's hands after that.""Visualization is VR on steroids — but golf still demands feel.""You can play golf once a week and expect scratch results? Expectations matter.""Burnout isn't about hours; it's about losing alignment with who you are.""Tournament golf is a different sport. Completely.""Perspective is everything. Even par is not the definition of scratch." Time Stamps: 00:00: Pressure Situations in Sports02:52: The Importance of Preparation05:26: VR and Simulation in Training08:20: Golf and Visualization Techniques11:12: Reframing Pressure as Opportunity14:13: The Concept of Balance in Life16:53: Identity and Performance Under Pressure28:00: Navigating Challenges in Business and Golf31:35: The Importance of Self-Reflection and Commitment35:36: Understanding Burnout and Stress Management38:59: Perspective: The Key to Success in Golf and Business48:17: Final Thoughts: Dignity and Playing Fast
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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • #125: How to Summit the Mountain of Success

    #125: How to Summit the Mountain of Success
    Jan 5 2026
    In this episode, I want you to imagine this… You're standing at the base of a mountain on a clear day. You can see the trail. You can see the summit. That summit represents the next level of your life—the golfer you know you're capable of being, the business owner with more freedom, peace, and confidence. You know where you're going. You know what to do. And yet, every step feels heavier than it should. Not because you lack discipline.Not because you lack talent.Not because you don't want it badly enough. It feels hard because you're trying to summit your mountain while carrying a backpack full of invisible weight—unexamined beliefs, unresolved emotions, fear, pressure, and destructive mindset programs that quietly sabotage your progress. In this episode, I break down the mountain metaphor to show you why most high performers get stuck two steps forward, three steps back—and why the problem was never the mountain, the plan, or the strategy. We'll unpack emotional fog, destructive mindset programs, perfectionism, fear of success, and why self-sabotage often disguises itself as logic. Most importantly, I'll show you what it actually means to do the work required to clear the fog, lighten the load, and finally reach the summit you already know you're capable of climbing. In this episode, you'll learn: Why knowing what to do isn't enough to create lasting changeHow emotional fog robs you of clarity, confidence, and self-trustWhat destructive mindset programs are and how they keep you stuckWhy self-sabotage often feels logical, responsible, or justifiedWhere most high performers stop short on their climb to successHow perfectionism and fear of success quietly drain your energyWhat it actually means to "do the work" to reach your next level 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: You're not failing because of a lack of discipline, talent, or information.Emotional fog makes even a clear path feel confusing and exhausting.The weight you carry matters more than the mountain you're climbing.Destructive mindset programs are patterned, predictable, and unconscious.Self-sabotage often appears as logic, timing issues, or "being realistic."Different results require thinking, feeling, doing, and being different.Clearing emotional baggage is the fastest way to sustainable success. Key Quotes: "You're not stuck because you don't know what to do—you're stuck because of the weight you're carrying.""The problem was never the mountain; it was the backpack.""Self-sabotage disguises itself as logic when your nervous system wants relief.""Emotion is energy in motion, and unprocessed emotion creates fog.""Your subconscious doesn't care if an emotion hurts—it cares if it's familiar.""If you want to achieve different, you must be willing to feel different.""Sustainable success begins when you stop dragging old patterns uphill." Time Stamps: 00:00: Climbing the Mountain of Success04:39: Understanding Emotional Baggage16:58: Identifying Destructive Mindset Programs30:36: Taking Action Towards Change
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    37 mins
  • #124 [Inside the Mind] Emilia Doran: The Emotional Cost of Perfectionism, Saying Less, and Stepping Into A New Identity After Golf

    #124 [Inside the Mind] Emilia Doran: The Emotional Cost of Perfectionism, Saying Less, and Stepping Into A New Identity After Golf
    Jan 1 2026
    If you've ever felt your heart race over a three-footer or a make-or-break sales call, imagine doing that with a camera pointed at your face and thousands of people listening… That's the world broadcaster and national champion golfer Emilia Doran lives in every week. In this episode of The Scratch Golfer's Mindset Podcast, Emilia pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to stay composed on live TV, how she manages nerves under pressure, and why the same routines, reps, and reflections that make her great on-air are the same ingredients you need to perform on the golf course and in business. She shares how she redefined success after stepping away from professional golf, the emotional cost of perfectionism, and what it's like to build a powerful personal brand as a woman in a male-dominated sport—all while keeping joy, gratitude, and perspective at the center. In this episode, you'll learn: How Emilia handles nerves and stays authentic during live broadcastsThe mindset shift that helped her stop chasing perfection and start playing freerPractical ways to simulate "18th-hole pressure" in your practice and prepHow routines, reps, and reflection translate from broadcasting to better golfWhat Emilia's identity shift from pro-track golfer to broadcaster taught her about fulfillmentHow she defines a "successful" broadcast (and why saying less is often more)What it really takes to stand out as a woman in golf and claim your space with confidence 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 Emilia Emilia Doran is a former high-level competitive golfer turned rising star in golf media. After a decorated junior and amateur playing career—including national-level events and standout performances in women's amateur golf—Emilia transitioned into broadcasting, where she has quickly become one of the most recognizable young voices in the sport. She covers professional golf, collegiate golf, and elite amateur events, combining storytelling, high-performance insights, and on-course experience to bring a fresh, relatable perspective to viewers. Her unique blend of competitive playing background, media experience, personal brand building, and deep understanding of the modern golf audience has positioned her as one of the game's most influential emerging personalities. Connect with Emilia on Instagram. 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: Treat the camera like a person and slightly exaggerate your natural personality so your true self actually comes through under pressure.Nerves don't disappear; they become more manageable when you simplify the goal—like aiming to say just one truly insightful thing each broadcast.Preparation is routine, reps, and rehearsal: organize your info, rehearse key lines, and build a repeatable process you can trust when the heat turns up.Reflection isn't just about what went wrong—intentionally review what you did well so you don't let one flub define the entire performance.Perfectionism feels like a superpower early on, but if you don't manage your expectations, it becomes emotional kryptonite that drains joy and confidence.Watching the best players closely teaches that even world-class golfers hit plenty of mediocre shots—and handle them with neutrality and grace.In both golf and broadcasting, success is often saying less with more impact and knowing when silence, presence, and emotion are more powerful than words. Key Quotes: "If I can just say one insightful thing to the audience, that's a win.""You might spend five hours on notes and only use ten percent of them—and that's okay.""Broadcasting is a job of imperfection; it's how you handle yourself when things go slightly awry that matters.""I had to accept that golf isn't my number one priority anymore—and still let that be okay.""The more I worked in golf, the more I realized I didn't want to feel emotionally...
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    50 mins
  • #123: Do the Work: My 2025 Golf Reckoning and 2026 Identity Shift

    #123: Do the Work: My 2025 Golf Reckoning and 2026 Identity Shift
    Dec 29 2025
    In this solo episode of The Scratch Golfer's Mindset Podcast, I'm sharing a raw, honest reflection on my 2025 golf season—what improved, what I avoided, where fear quietly ran the show, and why the theme of 2026 is simple: do the work. I walk you through the exact 15 reflection questions I challenged my newsletter readers to answer—and I read my own straight-from-the-journal responses. Then I close by defining the identity I'm stepping into in 2026: committed, intentional, and fearless—with a clear focus on becoming a longer hitter, sharper from 125 and in, and mentally tougher when things get uncomfortable. If you've been stuck in inconsistency, rushing your routine, or playing not to mess up, this episode will give you a mirror—and a reset. In this episode, you'll learn: The 15 reflection questions I use to audit a season and upgrade my golf identityWhy false urgency destroys routines, decision-making, and scoringHow fear shows up as "smart golf" (laying back, avoiding driver) and silently caps your potentialThe difference between practicing and practicing with intentionalityHow I'm building more presence and focus using a 3-hole check-in resetWhat I'm no longer willing to tolerate in my game—and why that line mattersThe identity shift I'm making in 2026: committed, intentional, fearless—and what that looks like in action 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 15 Reflection Questions: What do I want in 2026?What do I want more of?What do I want less of?What am I no longer willing to tolerate in my golf game?What patterns kept repeating for me this year—and why?Where did I abandon my standards when things got uncomfortable?What did I pretend "didn't matter," even though it clearly did?What am I still blaming on my swing that's actually mental or emotional?Where did fear quietly make my decisions for me this year?What did I avoid working on because it exposed my real edge?When did I play not to mess up instead of playing to perform?What part of my game actually improved—and why did it improve?What drained my energy on the course more than it should have?What would change if I trusted myself one level more?If nothing changes in 2026, what will that cost me—emotionally and competitively? Key Takeaways: You don't need more knowledge to reach scratch—you need consistent, intentional work.False urgency destroys routines, decision-making, and scoring faster than any swing flaw.Fear often disguises itself as "smart golf" and quietly caps your potential.Your routine matters most right after great holes and bad holes, not when things feel easy.Intentional practice creates predictable performance; random reps create random results.Emotional toughness is built by sitting in discomfort instead of numbing or avoiding it.Identity is the real upgrade, and in 2026 that identity is committed, intentional, and fearless. Key Quotes: "The theme of 2026 is do the work—not the easy stuff, not the surface-level stuff, the real work.""I already have the talent and capability to be a scratch golfer; inconsistency was the real issue.""I'm no longer willing to tolerate playing hurried golf with a false sense of urgency.""Fear made decisions everywhere this year, especially when I convinced myself I was being strategic.""Avoiding driver and playing not to mess up kept me playing par fours like par fives.""Vulnerability, ownership, and accountability aren't weaknesses—they're performance accelerators.""If nothing changes in 2026, it will cost me everything." Time Stamps: 00:00: The Importance of Doing the Work01:40: Introduction to the Scratch Golfer's Mindset04:29: Reflecting on 2025: Lessons Learned08:37: Setting Intentions for 202614:25: Identifying Goals and Areas for Improvement18:12: Overcoming Mental Barriers in Golf23:18: The Role of Fear in Performance28:33: Celebrating Progress and Growth31:40: The Cost...
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