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

Kathy Hart Wood

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

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13:56

What Your Golf Game Reveals About You: The Mental...

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2026/09/30

What if the way you think on the golf course isn't just a golf problem? The patterns you practice in everyday life often come with you to the course. Perfectionism. People pleasing. Overthinking. Catastrophizing. The need for control. Fear of failure. Self-criticism. Even the tendency to take care of everyone else while forgetting about yourself. In this episode of Think Above Par, Kathy explores how these familiar patterns can show up in your golf game—and how the golf course can become a po...

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14:14

How to Get More Out of Your Golf Lessons

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2026/09/23

Taking a golf lesson is one thing. Getting the most out of it is another. In this episode of Think Above Par, I’m talking about the mental side of golf instruction—how to find an instructor who communicates in a way you understand, what you should realistically expect from a lesson, and what your responsibility is once the lesson is over. We’ll talk about why a good instructor may still not be the right instructor for you, why understanding a swing change isn’t the same as owning it, and why ...

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11:17

Why Playing More Golf Isn’t Lowering Your Handicap

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2026/09/16

Does playing more golf actually make you a better golfer? Not necessarily. In this episode of Think Above Par, Kathy explains the important difference between practicing your golf skills and playing the game. You’ll learn why repeatedly playing rounds can allow bad swing habits to creep in, how practicing the wrong things may reinforce the very problems you’re trying to fix, and why your fundamentals deserve regular attention. Kathy also shares how to balance time on the golf course with prod...

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14:12

Why You’re More Irritable on the Golf Course Some Days

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2026/09/09

Why can you handle a bad shot one day—but completely lose it over the same shot another day? It may have less to do with your golf and more to do with your capacity. In this episode, Kathy explores how stress, mental fatigue, and life off the course can leave you with less patience for missed shots, slow play, and even the people in your group. You’ll learn how to check your “tank” before you play, adjust your expectations without lowering your standards, and stop a low-capacity day from beco...

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10:04

You Can Make a Mistake and Still Play Great Golf

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2026/09/02

Have you ever stepped onto the golf course thinking, “I can’t afford to make a mistake today”? It may feel true—especially during a qualifier, club championship, or important round—but it creates pressure, tentative swings, and even more mistakes. In this episode, Kathy explains why trying to play mistake-free golf works against you, how perfectionism turns one bad hole into a bigger problem, and what to focus on instead. You’ll learn how to stay patient, neutralize mistakes, and keep playing...

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13:26

7 Course Management Tips to Save Shots Without...

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2026/08/20

Want to save shots without rebuilding your golf swing? Start managing the hole in front of you. In this episode, I’m sharing some of the simple course-management lessons I coached at the Gurus of Golf, an event held following the FedEx Cup at TPC Southwind in Memphis. We played the course in tournament conditions, with the same pin positions from the final round—and let’s just say there were plenty of good lessons out there. We’ll talk about playing par 5s backwards, paying attention to your ...

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14:06

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

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2026/08/12

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...

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11:34

How to Avoid Big Numbers on the Golf Course

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2026/08/05

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 ...

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18:02

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

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2026/07/29

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 ...

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13:52

How to Choose Better Thoughts on the Golf Course

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2026/07/22

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. W...

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9:53

Stop Trying to Focus for 18 Holes

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2026/07/08

Ever feel like you should be able to stay focused for all 18 holes? Yeah… good luck with that. In this episode, I’m giving you permission to stop trying to focus for four straight hours like some kind of highly caffeinated golf robot. Your brain is supposed to wander. It’s human. It’s normal. It may even start thinking about dinner, the beverage cart, or why Betty won’t stop talking right before you hit. The real skill isn’t perfect focus. It’s learning how to refocus. You’ll learn why losing...

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12:58

How to Settle Into Your Round Faster

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2026/07/01

Ever feel like it takes three, four, or even five holes before you finally feel like yourself on the golf course? In this episode of Think Above Par, I'm talking about one of the most common challenges golfers face—getting into the rhythm of a round. Whether you're dealing with first tee nerves, tournament anxiety, or just feeling out of sync early in your round, I'll show you why it's completely normal... and why making it a problem only keeps you stuck there longer. You'll learn: Why you do...

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15:54

The 3 Questions Every Golfer Should Ask After a Round

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2026/06/24

What if your next breakthrough on the golf course isn’t happening during your round—but after it? In this episode, I’m sharing an excerpt from a live coaching session inside Your Mental Caddie where we talk about one of the most overlooked skills in golf: learning from your rounds instead of simply reacting to them. Most golfers either celebrate a good round or try to forget a bad one. But both approaches leave valuable lessons behind. I’ll walk you through the three simple questions I encour...

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7:45

Why You Always Get Bad Breaks in Golf

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2026/06/17

Do you feel like you're always getting the bad breaks on the golf course? The tree kick that goes out of bounds. The putt that lips out. The weather that seems to turn against you at exactly the wrong moment. In this episode, Kathy explores why so many golfers feel unlucky—and why the reality may be very different. You'll learn how your brain naturally pays more attention to negative events, how that shapes your experience on the course, and why the story that you're "unlucky" might be costin...

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8:41

Why Golf Gets Hard Again (Even When You're Playing Well)

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2026/06/10

Ever feel like you finally figured golf out... and then the game gets hard again? In this episode, I explain why that's completely normal. Golf isn't a problem to solve—it's a practice. Just when you think you've arrived, the game will invite you into a new level of growth, discomfort, and learning. You'll learn why setbacks don't mean you've gone backwards, how your brain's negativity bias can pull you off course, and the one question to ask instead of, "What's wrong with me?" Because there ...

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10:37

The Hidden Pace Problem in Golf

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2026/06/03

Ever notice how some golfers seem to be playing in fast-forward while others move like they're on a Sunday stroll? In this episode, I'm sharing a simple analogy that can help you understand your mental game in a whole new way: your personal speed limit. Some golfers speed up under pressure. Others slow down and get stuck overthinking. Neither is wrong—but when you get pushed outside your natural pace by your playing partners, pace of play, or your own emotions, your performance can suffer. I'...

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11:13

How to Shift Your Energy During a Bad Golf Round

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2026/05/27

Have you ever noticed how quickly the energy in your foursome can affect your golf game? One frustrated player, one bad hole, one negative mood—and suddenly everybody’s struggling. In this episode, Kathy breaks down the connection between energy, emotions, and golf performance. You’ll learn how to recognize when your mental state is hurting your game, how to reset your energy during a round, and why confidence has less to do with your swing and more to do with the emotional state you bring to...

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9:09

The 5 Moments Your Golf Brain Costs You Shots

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2026/05/20

Most golfers think they lose shots because of their swing. But if your swing was working on the range… chances are it’s not your swing costing you strokes on the course. It’s what happens in a handful of very specific mental moments during the round. In this episode, Kathy walks through 5 moments where golfers commonly lose control of their minds — and their scorecards: ⛳ The first tee ⛳ After the first mistake ⛳ Mid-round mental drift ⛳ When the score starts to matter ⛳ The final holes when ...

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9:20

The Mental Game Tip Golfers Will Actually Use

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2026/05/13

What if golfers could get mental game help right before they tee off… without having to read a book, hire a coach, or admit they’re “in their head”? 😏 In this episode, I’m sharing the new project I’m ridiculously excited about: Mental Game Monday QR tips at golf clubs. Weekly bite-sized mental game insights golfers can scan right at the course — before the first tee nerves, after the blow-up hole, or heading into a big tournament round. We’re talking about the golfers who secretly struggle,

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8:58

The 3 Biggest Mental Game Lies in Golf

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2026/05/06

You’ve probably heard this advice before: “Just stay positive.” “Don’t think so much.” “Confidence comes from playing well.” Sounds right… but it’s not. In this episode, I’m breaking down the three biggest lies golf taught you about the mental game—and why they might actually be making your game worse. We’re talking about why forced positivity feels fake, why you can’t stop thinking (and shouldn’t try), and why tying your confidence to your score is a losing strategy. This i...

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