Think Above Par | Your Mental Caddy for Golf Mindset & Performance

If you think being serious all the time makes you mentally tough, we need to talk. In this episode, I’m calling out a sneaky mindset mistake a lot of golfers make—confusing intensity with commitment. We’ll dig into why laughing at yourself on the course isn’t weakness—it’s actually a sign of mental strength. You’ll learn how your identity might be a little too wrapped up in your score, how to crea...

If you’re ready to take your golf mindset seriously this year, this episode is your game plan. I’m breaking down the 7 stages of mental game transformation every golfer goes through—from awareness to emotional regulation to true confidence—so you can stop relying on willpower and start creating real, lasting change. Whether you’re trying to drop your handicap, play more consistently, or stop the e...

It’s a new year, and before you start chasing birdies, let’s talk about what’s really holding your game back—your attitude. In this episode, I’m bringing back one of the most-loved topics with a fresh 2026 twist: the four golf attitudes that quietly sabotage your confidence and performance. Whether you’re feeling negative, victimy, defeated, or a little entitled (don’t worry, I’ve been all four),...

Ever feel drained after a round—like the energy was off, even if your swing wasn’t? You might’ve had a bad apple in your group. In this episode, I’m talking about how just one negative person can bring down the whole foursome (and it might even be you ). You’ll learn why emotions are contagious on the course, how to protect your mindset, and how to stay focused no matter who you’re paired with. If...

Even if your clubs are collecting dust and your course is covered in snow, your golf brain doesn’t have to hibernate. In this throwback episode, I’m sharing 6 simple, powerful ways to work on your mental game off the course—no glove, no tee time, no problem. We’ll talk about managing negativity, handling emotions, setting intentions, and building real-deal confidence before the season even starts....

You ever stand on the tee trying to fix the shot you hit two holes ago? Welcome to the club. In this episode, we’re talking about how your brain loves to bring past shots (and all the emotion tied to them) into the present—and how that kills your confidence and your scorecard. I’ll show you how to stop fighting your fade, start playing the shot you actually brought that day, and make smarter choic...

Ever feel so frustrated on the golf course that you want to quit? You're not alone. In this episode, I sit down with my client Karl Pelli to talk about his transformation from being angry for days after a round to learning how to work with his brain instead of against it. Karl shares how he discovered the mental game after hearing me on another podcast, and why golf lessons alone weren't...

What does it really take to see success on and off the course? In this episode, I’m talking with longtime client, Karen Rainey about what helped her go from frustrated to focused, both in golf and life.  We break down the exact mindset tools she used, how she defines her wins, and why there's no magic checklist—but a whole lot of power in showing up, doing the reps, and being your own solutio...

Welcome to Episode 7 — the final episode of The S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Path series. Today's episode: Stretch Beyond Golf Carl is one of my clients. He's done the work. He's used the tools. He's seen tremendous success on the golf course. But recently, when I asked him what created the most success for him, he sent me a message that stopped me in my tracks. He said: "The biggest th...

Welcome to Episode 6 of The S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Path — the 7-day series on the exact steps my most successful clients took to transform their mental game. Today's episode: Share & Support Karen lives in West Virginia. And she's not the only one in my program from her area — there are quite a few golfers from her community who are members. And here's what happens: they share their win...

Welcome to Episode 5 of The S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Path — the 7-day series on the exact steps my most successful clients took to transform their mental game. Today's episode: Engage in Reps Judy is 80 years old. She listens to my podcast every night as she falls asleep. (Yes, my nasally Rochester voice is apparently very soothing.) She bought one of my programs — Unleash Your Golf — and listened to i...

Welcome to Episode 4 of The S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Path — the 7-day series on the exact steps my most successful clients took to transform their mental game. Today's episode: Control Your Thoughts Becky texted me before a state tournament. She was nervous — more than nervous. She didn't think she belonged there. Everyone else seemed better. So I sent her one thought: "You belong. You'r...

Welcome to Episode 3 of The S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Path — the 7-day series on the exact steps my most successful clients took to transform their mental game. Today's episode: Clarify Your Wins Janie showed up to one of our coaching calls and shared something powerful. She'd played with a group of golfers who were much younger than her. They were hitting it past her. Scoring lower than her. And s...

Welcome to Episode 2 of The S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Path — the 7-day series on the exact steps my most successful clients took to transform their mental game. Today's episode: Use Your Tools Jennifer decided to actually use one of the tools I teach — the CCC tracker (tracking calm, certain, and confident shots). At first, she was at 67% calm, certain, and confident — and shooting mid-80s. As she impro...

Welcome to a special 7-episode bonus series: The S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Path. I interviewed my most successful clients to find out what actually created transformation for them when nothing else worked. Their answers were surprisingly similar — and I've distilled everything into 7 steps you can follow. In Episode 1, I'm sharing Kelly's story. Kelly had tried everything — practiced hard, rea...

Ever play a great round... until the last few holes slap you in the face? You're not alone—and you're not broken. In this fan-favorite episode, I’m breaking down exactly why golfers fall apart at the finish. From mental fatigue to score-chasing to the dramatic little voice in your head yelling “don’t screw this up,” we’re getting into all of it. You’ll learn how to stay present, manage t...

You’re a high achiever. You’ve got confidence, success, and mental toughness in your career, your home or other sports—and yet golf is messing with your head. Why is that? In this episode, we’re talking about the mental game of golf for high performers who are used to crushing it in life, but feel totally thrown off on the course. If you’ve ever wondered why your work confidence doesn’t transfer t...

Struggling to “just commit” over the ball during a round of golf ? You’re not alone. In this episode, Coach Kathy breaks down the 3 steps to true commitment in golf so you can think clearly, stop overthinking , and actually trust your swing . You’ll learn why commitment is a mental game skill , not a command — and how to get your brain into a calm, certain, confident state before every shot. When...

Ever had a great round going until someone says, “Wow, you’re playing amazing today,” and suddenly… you can’t find the fairway? Yep, this one’s for you. In this episode, I talk about what really happens in your brain when someone mentions your score, your swing, or even the trouble up ahead—and why you can’t seem to shake it once you’ve heard it. I’ll walk you through how to take back control, sto...

Are you stuck in your swing thoughts or spiraling over your scorecard? You might just be in a learning stage—and that’s not a problem. In this episode, I break down the 4 stages of learning (for both your swing and your mental game) and how they show up on the course. You'll learn why overthinking happens, how to trust your skills, and when it’s time to stop micromanaging and start letting it...

Ever wonder what separates golfers who actually take their talent to the course from those who just hope it happens? In this episode, Coach Kathy walks you through the exact mental game SUCCESS Path her clients follow to create real results—lower scores, more confidence, and less frustration on the course. You’ll learn how to stop overthinking, manage pressure, and play calm, certain, and confiden...

Join Your Mental Caddy today Ever notice how you stop doing the very thing that helps your golf the most? In this episode, I share a live coaching clip all about CCC golf — Calm, Certain, Confident. When you track how many shots you hit from your best mental state, your scorecard starts to tell the truth: more CCC = lower scores. But here’s the catch — your brain loves to slip back into old habits...

Ever felt too scared to sign up for a qualifier or show up for a tournament because you’re afraid of what might happen—or what people might think? This one’s for you. I’m talking about the courage it takes to put yourself out there, the mental drama that comes with it, and why sitting on the sidelines doesn’t keep you safe—it just keeps you stuck. You’ll hear a powerful client story (shoutout to B...

Join me in Your Mental Caddy HERE Ever hit a couple off shots to start your round and immediately think, “Ugh, here we go…”? In this episode, I’m calling out the lie that a bad start means a bad round. I’ll show you how to stop letting the first few holes hijack your whole mindset, how to neutralize early mistakes, and why laughing it off (yes—even the coffee spill) might be your new secret weapon...

Join my community Your Mental Caddy HERE Think you’ve “graduated” from working on your mental game? Think again, friend. In this episode, we’re digging into why your brain keeps serving up negative thoughts—even when you thought you had this mindset thing down. You’ll learn why it feels like you're going backwards (you're not), what your brain is really designed to do (hint: not help you...