Patrick Cohn

Golfers Who Worry Over Difficult Shots

Golf Mind Podcast

Do You Get Nervous Over Harder Shots? In this episode, Dr. Cohn answers a question from a reader about How would we cope with that and give the task a realistic difficulty rating of the shot… RALPH: Hey Doc, great insights! I know my level of my abilities in Golf, but I overestimate the task at hand. And that makes … Golf Psychology Article>>

Stressing Out Over Difficult Golf Shots

Golf Psychology Video

How Do You React To Difficult Shots? Do you often overestimate the difficulty of a shot in front of you and you feel more stressed? A routine shot becomes a difficult shot. This video describes an effective approach for playing with confidence and trust. Watch to Learn More: Related Golf Psychology Articles Golf Mental Coaching Programs All golf psychology programs … Golf Psychology Article>>

Scheffler’s ‘What’s Next’ Approach

Scheffler’s ‘What’s Next’ Approach

The Main Factor that Leads to Playing Consistent Golf Many golfers will focus on their mechanics to improve their consistency. The thought process is “If I strike the ball the same way for every shot, I will achieve similar results from shot to shot. While replicating stroke mechanics is an important contributor, mental factors have a more significant impact on … Golf Psychology Article>>

Why the Putting Yips Show Up When It’s Important

Golf Mind Podcast

In this episode, Dr. Cohn answers a question from a reader about why golfers get the putting yips when they think it’s important to make putts. Here’s the question of the week: PAUL: I’m a 10-12 handicap, 54 years old, play about twice a week, and I have the putting yips but, I don’t think it is about fear of embarrassment. … Golf Psychology Article>>

Do You Mentally Prepare for Tough Conditions?

Do You Mentally Prepare for Tough Conditions?

What Conditions Affect your Golf Game the Most? Have you worked to improve your play under these conditions? Many golfers know their most challenging circumstances, such as playing in breezy conditions, on slow greens or a soaked course, playing late in the day, dealing with spectator noise, or handling pressure late in a round. Every golfer has particular areas that … Golf Psychology Article>>