Performing Well in Front of Other Players
The Golf Psychology Podcast
Do you play better golf when playing alone versus playing with others? In this week's golf psychology session, mental game of golf expert and author of The Mental Game of Golf, Dr. Cohn, responds to a question from Chris who had this to say about his game: "My game is much better playing by myself and falls apart when I play with others, especially on higher level golf clubs. How would you address nerves playing with other golfers?" Listen to the podcast now to learn what Dr. Cohn has to say about how to overcome anxieties on the golf course. Great Resources for Golfers: Download a to...
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Mental Game Tips for Putting and Chipping Yips
The Golf Psychology Podcast
Do you have the putting yips and they are now effecting your chipping? In this week's golf psychology session, mental game of golf expert and author of The Mental Game of Golf, Dr. Cohn, responds to a question from Ryan who had this to say about his game: "I have the yips… and now it’s gone into my chipping - the same - jerk like reaction - even in practice - as soon as I address the ball - I have tried reverse grip - even the claw. So Frustrating - feels almost like something physical is holding me back. Can you suggest a mental trick - or something I can do to get over this?" Listen to...
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How to Perform Your Best Under Pressure
The Golf Psychology Podcast
Do you get so anxious you lose the fun in golf? In this week's golf psychology podcast, Mental Game of Golf expert, Dr. Cohn, interviews Evan Singer and Matt Cermak on their experience with the mental game as golfers and podcast hosts: Listen to the podcast now to learn more about how to perform your best when winning a tournament. How should your think coming down the stretch? Great Resources for Golfers: Download a to improve your preshot routine. Visit for more mental game articles and videos. Check out ore programs at peaksports.com. *Please subscribe to at iTunes. Dr. Patrick Cohn...
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Overcoming Your Tournament Anxieties
The Golf Psychology Podcast
Do you get so anxious you lose the fun in golf? In this week's golf psychology session, mental game of golf expert and author of The Mental Game of Golf, Dr. Cohn, responds to a question from Chris who had this to say about his game: I'm a weekend golfer, but I still play local club tournaments. I get so tight, anxious in these tournaments. Almost like I have the yips. I’ve gotten more anxious as I've gotten older. I’m not sure how to break out of this cycle I’m in. How do you overcome the anxiety I feel when I play club tournaments? Listen to the podcast now to learn what Dr. Cohn has...
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What Does a Good Preshot Routine Require?
The Golf Psychology Podcast
Do you hear a lot about needing preshot routines but struggle with what that actually entails? In this week's golf psychology session, mental game of golf expert and author of The Mental Game of Golf, Dr. Cohn, responds to a question from Lisa who had this to say about her game: I hear a lot about using a preshot routine, but I’m not sure what routine I should do. I know I set up, waggle and look at the target 3 times, but what else should I do to have a good preshot routine? Listen to the podcast now to learn what Dr. Cohn has to say about utilizing a preshot routine. Great Resources for...
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Golfers Who Play to Not Lose Instead of Playing to Win
The Golf Psychology Podcast
Do you play to not lose instead of playing to win? In this week's golf psychology session, mental game of golf expert and author of The Mental Game of Golf, Dr. Cohn, responds to a question from Steve who had this to say about his game: I have trouble playing to win from the start of the round and play too safe. Any thoughts on playing to win when the round starts rather than once you have a lead? Listen to the podcast now to learn what Dr. Cohn has to say about playing with an avoidance mindset. Great Resources for Golfers: Download a to improve your preshot routine. Visit for more...
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Is Your Putting Holding You Back?
The Golf Psychology Podcast
Does your putting hold you back from playing your best in tournaments? In this week's golf psychology session, mental game of golf expert and author of The Mental Game of Golf, Dr. Cohn, responds to a question from Connor who had this to say about his game: I played in my State Am the other week and had the worst putting rounds of my life. I was not nervous at all and hit the ball really well. Typically, I'm a good putter but for some reason I was lost on the greens. I had a couple of 4 putts through 54 holes which hasn't happened to me ever. Usually in AM tournaments my putting is the one...
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Are You Struggling to Play Up to Your Potential in Tournaments?
The Golf Psychology Podcast
Do you hit the ball great on the range but can't take your skills out to tournaments? In this week's golf psychology session, mental game of golf expert and author of The Mental Game of Golf, Dr. Cohn, responds to a question from Ronald who had this to say about his game: I hit the ball pure on range and chip and putt well on practice green, but can’t perform up to my ability in tournaments. I have been told I have a very smooth and great tempo swing, but I suffer from deceleration and lack of free swings under pressure. I am a former City and State Junior champion. I am a better athlete...
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Tips for Overcoming Injury and Returning to the Course
The Golf Psychology Podcast
Have you recently sustained an injury and now don't know how it's going to affect your golf game? In this week's golf psychology session, mental game of golf expert and author of The Mental Game of Golf, Dr. Cohn, responds to a question from Dean who had this to say about his game: I recently sustained an injury to my right elbow that has sidelined me from playing golf. The pain is unbearable when I make contact with the ball. I don’t know how to swing properly. I’m a 6 handicap (before the injury) and patiently waiting for the doctor to give me his opinion on what steps we should...
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Stop Trying to Play Perfect Golf
The Golf Psychology Podcast
Do you try to be too perfect after rising to a new level of competition? In this week's golf psychology session, mental game of golf expert and author of The Mental Game of Golf, Dr. Cohn, responds to a question from Alex who had this to say about his game: Hi, I am a college golfer who was performing well towards the end of my high school career, but then once I got to college, my performance decreased significantly. I believe that the cause of this is from me trying to be too perfect on every shot. I have also lost my confidence while playing too. Any advice on how I can improve in these...
info_outlineDo you find yourself having a lot of anxiety and nervousness once you get to the green?
In this week's golf psychology session, mental game of golf expert and author of The Mental Game of Golf, Dr. Cohn, responds to a question from Jacob who had this to say about his game:
I want to find a way to control my nerves once I get to the green. I start shaking from nerves and anxiety and obviously miss every single putt no matter the length. I'd like to know if you have some type of remedy for this?
Listen to the podcast now to learn what Dr. Cohn has to say about overcoming nervousness and yips on the green.
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Dr. Patrick Cohn is a golf psychology expert and author of the "Golfer's Mental Edge" audio program and Breaking The Yips Cycle DVD program. He teaches amateur to tour professional golfers how to improve their mental game of golf using golf psychology strategies developed over the last 30+ years of his career.