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

Kathy Hart Wood
Think Above Par | Your Mental Caddy for Golf Mindset & Performance
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  • Think Above Par | Your Mental Caddy for Golf Mindset & Performance

    “I’m So Fricking Proud”: A Real Golf Mindset Transformation

    12/08/2026 | 14 mins.
    This is a clip from a live coaching call inside the Your Mental Caddy community — not a scripted interview, just a real conversation about what mental transformation on the golf course can actually look like.
    Kris Henderson, a member of the community since day one, jumps on the call fresh off qualifying for a USGA Women’s Senior event to talk through how she handled it — a double bogey, a triple bogey, a bad lie in the fescue, and plenty of pressure — without letting any of it wreck her round.
    And that’s the transformation.
    We talk about what “18 Proud” actually means in the moment, why your next best move matters more than your last mistake, and how learning to have your own back changes the way you make decisions, commit to shots, and recover when things don’t go your way.
    Kris also shares how some of the mental game coaching she once resisted became part of her biggest breakthrough.
    If you’ve ever wondered whether you can actually change the way you think, feel, and respond on the golf course, this is a real-life example of what’s possible.
    Not the highlight reel. The actual work.
    Come experience conversations like this inside the Your Mental Caddy community.

    Receive free weekly mental golf tips HERE

    How many shots is your mental golf costing you?
    Take the quiz here: quiz.mymentalcaddy.com
    Continue your mental journey at Your Mental Caddy HERE
    Mastering Your Golf Brain - A Guide to Self-Coaching
    Mastering Your Golf Brain - The Workbook
    Mental Golf Journal - A Range for Your Brain
    Are all available at KathyHartWood.com/book
    Email Kathy at Kathy@KathyHartWood.com
    Website: KathyHartWood.com
  • Think Above Par | Your Mental Caddy for Golf Mindset & Performance

    How to Avoid Big Numbers on the Golf Course

    05/08/2026 | 11 mins.
    Blow-up holes usually don’t come from one bad shot. They come from what you do next. In this episode, I’m breaking down the four reasons big numbers happen and how to stop piling mistakes on top of mistakes. You’ll learn how to calm down, think clearly, make the smart play, and keep one crappy shot from turning into an eight. Because bad shots are part of golf—but the real damage comes from what you do after them.

    Receive free weekly mental golf tips HERE

    How many shots is your mental golf costing you?
    Take the quiz here: quiz.mymentalcaddy.com
    Continue your mental journey at Your Mental Caddy HERE
    Mastering Your Golf Brain - A Guide to Self-Coaching
    Mastering Your Golf Brain - The Workbook
    Mental Golf Journal - A Range for Your Brain
    Are all available at KathyHartWood.com/book
    Email Kathy at Kathy@KathyHartWood.com
    Website: KathyHartWood.com
  • Think Above Par | Your Mental Caddy for Golf Mindset & Performance

    Putting Yips: What Causes Them and How to Fix Them.

    29/07/2026 | 18 mins.
    Got the putting yips and wondering how to fix them? In this episode, I’m breaking down what causes the putting yips—from wonky mechanics and inconsistent routines to fear, doubt, and self-imposed pressure.
    You’ll learn how to determine what’s feeding your nervy putting stroke, what to work on first, and a few simple putting drills to help you feel calmer and more confident over short putts.
    No shame, no panic, and no pretending a new putter will solve everything. Although…it might be worth a try.

    Receive free weekly mental golf tips HERE

    How many shots is your mental golf costing you?
    Take the quiz here: quiz.mymentalcaddy.com
    Continue your mental journey at Your Mental Caddy HERE
    Mastering Your Golf Brain - A Guide to Self-Coaching
    Mastering Your Golf Brain - The Workbook
    Mental Golf Journal - A Range for Your Brain
    Are all available at KathyHartWood.com/book
    Email Kathy at Kathy@KathyHartWood.com
    Website: KathyHartWood.com
  • Think Above Par | Your Mental Caddy for Golf Mindset & Performance

    How to Choose Better Thoughts on the Golf Course

    22/07/2026 | 13 mins.
    Golfers say a lot of things—to themselves and to each other—and sometimes those “helpful” comments create more doubt than confidence.
    In this episode, I’m talking about how to notice the thoughts running through your golf brain, decide whether they’re actually useful, and be more intentional with what you say to your playing partners. You don’t have to judge every thought, fix every thought, or believe every thought. Sometimes you just need to notice it, let it pass, and hit the next shot.

    Receive free weekly mental golf tips HERE

    How many shots is your mental golf costing you?
    Take the quiz here: quiz.mymentalcaddy.com
    Continue your mental journey at Your Mental Caddy HERE
    Mastering Your Golf Brain - A Guide to Self-Coaching
    Mastering Your Golf Brain - The Workbook
    Mental Golf Journal - A Range for Your Brain
    Are all available at KathyHartWood.com/book
    Email Kathy at Kathy@KathyHartWood.com
    Website: KathyHartWood.com
  • Think Above Par | Your Mental Caddy for Golf Mindset & Performance

    Mental Golf: The Words You Can't Unhear (and Other Mental Challenges of Member-Guests)

    15/07/2026 | 14 mins.
    Member-guests are some of the most fun events we play—and some of the most mentally challenging. From well-meaning advice and teammate expectations to Golf Genius score watching and the pressure to perform, there's a lot more going on than just hitting golf shots.
    In this episode, I'm sharing the mental challenges I experienced during a recent member-guest and how all those little distractions can affect your confidence, decisions, and performance. You'll learn how to stay present, trust your game, and keep other people's words from playing your round for you.
    Think above par, my friend.

    Want help managing your golf brain on and off the course? Learn more here: the Master Your Golf Brain System powered by My Mental Caddy™️ app
    Receive free weekly mental golf tips HERE

    How many shots is your mental golf costing you?
    Take the quiz here: quiz.mymentalcaddy.com
    Continue your mental journey at Your Mental Caddy HERE
    Mastering Your Golf Brain - A Guide to Self-Coaching
    Mastering Your Golf Brain - The Workbook
    Mental Golf Journal - A Range for Your Brain
    Are all available at KathyHartWood.com/book
    Email Kathy at Kathy@KathyHartWood.com
    Website: KathyHartWood.com
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About Think Above Par | Your Mental Caddy for Golf Mindset & Performance
Serious golfer? You know you’ve got the talent—but your brain keeps getting in the way. Think Above Par helps you master the mental game of golf, stop overthinking, and quit worrying about what others think on the course so you can play calm, confident, and consistent golf every round.If you’re a serious golfer who knows you’re leaving shots out on the course, Think Above Par is your go-to podcast for mastering the mental game of golf. Hosted by Kathy Hart —a former Tour player, Top 50 Teacher, and Certified Mental Coach—each episode helps you strengthen your golf mindset, manage pressure, and play calm, confident, and consistent golf.You’ll discover why you underperform under pressure, how to stop overthinking your swing, and what to do when you’re worried about what others think on the golf course. Whether you struggle with performance anxiety, perfectionism, or negative self-talk, Kathy shares proven mental-game tools to help you unlock your talent, enjoy the game again, and lower your golf scores.Learn how to think above par—so you can play below par. Subscribe now to your weekly dose of golf mindset coaching and start transforming your golf brain today.
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