Golf Improvement Tip for Spring ---
With the return of warmer weather in much of the country, we have the annual return to the practice range and the course. For many golfers, it has meant an extended absence from play. We are getting back in the swing again, so to speak, and working out some kinks. If you let it, this can be a time of frustration as you get back in form and strive to make some changes and improvements. A positive mental outlook and approach has an enormous impact on whether this is a positive, and successful, experience for you. Your thoughts and the words you think and say to yourself are a vital part of this outlook and the resulting experience. Trust me, the words and thoughts you have DO make a difference - a big difference!
To help you get the season off to a great start and ultimately develop a whole new "positive golf language," I am including a list of "10 Power Words for Better Golf." This is a great time to start the practice of integrating them into your speech. Sample phrases that incorporate these words are included to make it easier for you. Start by paying attention to the words and phrases that your are already habitually using. (You might be surprised at how many negative things you are thinking and saying and essentially using to "set yourself up" for a negative experience.) Start using more of the positive power words when you are thinking and speaking about the game before, during, and after you practice and play. With consistent practice and new positive habits of thinking, you will be mastering one of the core skills of mental golf. Combine this with consistent physical practice of your mechanical skills and you will be sure to see improvements in your game. Feel free to share the positive developments with us!
10 Power Words for Better Golf:
1. Allow: I allow the flow of a smooth swing motion. I allow myself to relax and let go.
2. Best: I am putting to the best of my ability. I enjoy hitting my best shot.
3. Can: I can succeed at improving my swing. I can swing with the perfect tempo.
4. Enjoy: I enjoy practicing new golf techniques. I enjoy playing this hole.
5. Expect: I expect a good session on the practice range. I expect to be prepared for the tournament.
6. Have: I have the ability to draw the ball. I have a good, smooth swing motion.
7. Is: My grip is relaxed and confident. My putting stroke is smooth and accurate.
8. Know: I know the right ideas will come to me as I play. I know I will be matched with the perfect playing partners today.
9. Open: I am open to feedback from my golf teacher. I am open to positive changes in my swing.
10. Will: I will hit great drives today. I will read the greens perfectly today.
If you want more golf tips and more mental game tips, as well as a free Positive Golf e-book to improve your inner and outer game, check out the good stuff at TheHeartofGolf.com.
Here's to great golf!
Rick Semple
Positive Golfer
Co-Founder
TheHeartofGolf.com
http://www.TheHeartofGolf.com
With the return of warmer weather in much of the country, we have the annual return to the practice range and the course. For many golfers, it has meant an extended absence from play. We are getting back in the swing again, so to speak, and working out some kinks. If you let it, this can be a time of frustration as you get back in form and strive to make some changes and improvements. A positive mental outlook and approach has an enormous impact on whether this is a positive, and successful, experience for you. Your thoughts and the words you think and say to yourself are a vital part of this outlook and the resulting experience. Trust me, the words and thoughts you have DO make a difference - a big difference!
To help you get the season off to a great start and ultimately develop a whole new "positive golf language," I am including a list of "10 Power Words for Better Golf." This is a great time to start the practice of integrating them into your speech. Sample phrases that incorporate these words are included to make it easier for you. Start by paying attention to the words and phrases that your are already habitually using. (You might be surprised at how many negative things you are thinking and saying and essentially using to "set yourself up" for a negative experience.) Start using more of the positive power words when you are thinking and speaking about the game before, during, and after you practice and play. With consistent practice and new positive habits of thinking, you will be mastering one of the core skills of mental golf. Combine this with consistent physical practice of your mechanical skills and you will be sure to see improvements in your game. Feel free to share the positive developments with us!
10 Power Words for Better Golf:
1. Allow: I allow the flow of a smooth swing motion. I allow myself to relax and let go.
2. Best: I am putting to the best of my ability. I enjoy hitting my best shot.
3. Can: I can succeed at improving my swing. I can swing with the perfect tempo.
4. Enjoy: I enjoy practicing new golf techniques. I enjoy playing this hole.
5. Expect: I expect a good session on the practice range. I expect to be prepared for the tournament.
6. Have: I have the ability to draw the ball. I have a good, smooth swing motion.
7. Is: My grip is relaxed and confident. My putting stroke is smooth and accurate.
8. Know: I know the right ideas will come to me as I play. I know I will be matched with the perfect playing partners today.
9. Open: I am open to feedback from my golf teacher. I am open to positive changes in my swing.
10. Will: I will hit great drives today. I will read the greens perfectly today.
If you want more golf tips and more mental game tips, as well as a free Positive Golf e-book to improve your inner and outer game, check out the good stuff at TheHeartofGolf.com.
Here's to great golf!
Rick Semple
Positive Golfer
Co-Founder
TheHeartofGolf.com
http://www.TheHeartofGolf.com
posted by Rick Semple at 8:34 AM
