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.
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Think Above Par | Your Mental Caddy for Golf Mindset & Performance
Why You Play Worse on the Back Nine (And How to Stay Calm Under Pressure)
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Ever make the turn, realize you’re playing well… and suddenly everything feels tighter?
Welcome to your back nine brain.
In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly what happens when you go from playing freely to trying not to mess it up—and why that shift is what actually costs you the round.
We’re talking about:
- Why your brain goes into “protect the score” mode
- The sneaky difference between “I’ve got this” and “don’t blow it”
- How future-thinking kills your ability to swing freely
- And the simple shift that helps you stay present and finish strong
Here’s the truth: nothing has gone wrong—you just left the present moment.
If you’ve ever felt the pressure creep in on the back nine (or the last few holes), this episode will help you spot it, laugh at it, and get right back to playing your game.
One shot. One decision. One commitment.
Let’s go.
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