EP195: (Part Two) A Survival Guide to Nerves, Frustration, and Negativity on the Golf Course with Dr. Joe Parent

We are back with Dr. Joe Parent, bestselling author of Zen Golf, for Part 2 of our conversation about the mental challenges every golfer faces on the course. If you missed Part 1, go back and listen as we cover first tee nerves, pressure putts, intimidating opponents, your inner critic, and what happens when you spend way too much time in your own head.In Part 2, we’re tackling five more scenarios that can quickly derail a round. From recovering after a blow-up hole and keeping frustration from carrying over, to protecting a great round when you know you’re close to a personal best, Dr. Parent shares practical ways to stay present and keep playing your game.In this episode:How to recover mentally after a blow-up holeWhy every hole should be treated as a fresh startStopping frustration from boiling over mid-roundWhy too many swing thoughts can make things worseHow to stop “protecting” a good round and keep playing your gameAvoiding the urge to make up for a bad holeConserving mental energy throughout 18 holesWhat to do when you start running out of gas on the back nineThe importance of hydration, nutrition, and preparing for golf as an endurance eventSeparating your golf score from your self-worthWatch this episode on YouTubeResources MentionedZen Golf by Dr. Joe ParentZen Putting by Dr. Joe ParentThe Best Diet Book Ever by Dr. Joe ParentDr. Joe Parent’s books and mental game resources-Find each of Dr. Parent's books here-Be sure to get your Free Short Game 100 digital practice guide Follow Uswww.toritotlis.com.Instagram: @tori_totlis.TikTok: @tori_totlis.Facebook: @TeamTotlis