
228: Don't Forget - Bad Shots Are Part of Golf
02/23/24 • 4 min
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No matter how good you get bad shots happen. Learn to manage your expectations and bounce back quickly so you can play better and avoid blowup holes.
WICKED SMART GOLF MENTAL GAME RESOURCES
Work with Michael for Mental Golf Coaching
Download the Mental Golf Playbook (100% FREE)
Unlock your potential by taking your FREE mental game assessment: Mental Golf Type
Master your pre-shot routine in golf to save 3–5 shots per round: Join Pre-Shot Like a Pro
Also, don’t forget to connect on social media:
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Buy my golf book on Amazon (“Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing”)
Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to get new episodes each week so you can play better without swing changes.
No matter how good you get bad shots happen. Learn to manage your expectations and bounce back quickly so you can play better and avoid blowup holes.
WICKED SMART GOLF MENTAL GAME RESOURCES
Work with Michael for Mental Golf Coaching
Download the Mental Golf Playbook (100% FREE)
Unlock your potential by taking your FREE mental game assessment: Mental Golf Type
Master your pre-shot routine in golf to save 3–5 shots per round: Join Pre-Shot Like a Pro
Also, don’t forget to connect on social media:
Follow on TikTok
Follow on Instagram
Subscribe on YouTube
Buy my golf book on Amazon (“Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing”)
Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to get new episodes each week so you can play better without swing changes.
Previous Episode

227: Michael Leonard - 7 Things I Did NOT Do to Become a Scratch Golfer
Today's guest episode is... me (aka Michael Leonard) - the host of Wicked Smart Golf. I'm sharing an episode where I was a guest on T-Time with Tori. She is a fellow AZ golfer + podcaster and we covered what I did NOT do to become a scratch golfer.
In this episode you will learn
- Why the right mindset is so important.
- Common misconceptions of scratch golf.
- Why scratch golf is like getting 6-pack abs.
- Tangible strategies to become a top 5% golfer.
- The difference between a scratch golfer and a "true scratch" golfer.
And a lot more.
Also, make sure to listen to my full interview with Tori Totlis form last year (episode #141). And make sure to check out her podcast, T-Time with Tori.
WICKED SMART GOLF MENTAL GAME RESOURCES
Work with Michael for Mental Golf Coaching
Download the Mental Golf Playbook (100% FREE)
Unlock your potential by taking your FREE mental game assessment: Mental Golf Type
Master your pre-shot routine in golf to save 3–5 shots per round: Join Pre-Shot Like a Pro
Also, don’t forget to connect on social media:
Follow on TikTok
Follow on Instagram
Subscribe on YouTube
Buy my golf book on Amazon (“Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing”)
Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to get new episodes each week so you can play better without swing changes.
Next Episode

229: I Played TPC Scottsdale Stadium From The Tips + Giveaway
Last week, I got to play TPC Scottsdale Stadium course... with the stadium in full effect. In today's episode, learn five lessons from playing from the PGA Tour tees that can help you play better in competition or playing a bucket list course.
Also, this week marks two years since the first episode of Wicked Smart Golf podcast... which means I'm doing a giveaway.
Simply fill out this short five question survey and you'll be entered to win:
- One mental golf coaching call ($175 value) to master your mental game.
- Two memberships to Wicked Smart Golf Academy ($97) to help lower your handicap.
- Three memberships to Pre-Shot Like a Pro ($27 value) to help you play more consistently.
Make sure to complete the survey by March 6th for a chance to win.
WICKED SMART GOLF RESOURCES
Work with Michael for Mental Golf Coaching
Download the Pre-Shot Routine Checklist (100% FREE)
Master your pre-shot routine in golf to save 3–5 shots per round: Join Pre-Shot Like a Pro
Also, don’t forget to connect on social media:
Follow on TikTok
Follow on Instagram
Subscribe on YouTube
Buy my golf book on Amazon (“Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing”)
Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to get new episodes each week so you can play better without swing changes.
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