371: How Your Self-Image Shapes Your Game + Pebble Beach Caddy Interview
02/11/25 • 67 min
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Your self-image is the hidden force behind every round you play. Whether you realize it or not, the way you see yourself as a golfer directly impacts your confidence, decision-making, and ability to perform under pressure. If you’ve ever felt stuck at a certain handicap or struggled with consistency, it’s not just about mechanics—it’s about who you believe you are on the course.
In this solo episode, I break down why self-image is the missing link for so many golfers and how you can start thinking, acting, and training like your future self—starting today. When you listen to this episode, you will learn:
- Why your identity as a golfer dictates your results.
- A journaling exercise that will help you embody your future self.
- Practical strategies to reprogram your mindset for lower scores.
- Why taking consistent action builds confidence faster than motivation.
- How to shift your internal self-talk to match the golfer you want to become.
- The difference between playing to your handicap vs. playing to your potential.
If you want to break 80, win tournaments, or just feel more confident on the course, it starts with seeing yourself as that golfer before you get there. This episode will help you bridge the gap between where you are now and where you want to be.
Plus, I'll share how I began to upgrade my self-image in 2016 leading up to Pebble Beach. And interview Nicholas Tucker, a 10-year PGA Tour caddy.
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PrimePutt: The best putting mats in golf, use code “WICKEDSMART” to save 10% on your investment.
Arccos Golf: The easiest way to track and analyze your stats (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10% on sensors or grips).
Also, don’t forget to connect on social media:
Follow on TikTok
Follow on Instagram
Subscribe on YouTube
Buy Wicked Smart Golf Amazon or Audible
Buy Wicked Smart Golf II on Amazon (Audible coming soon).
Get started with WHYGOLF Training Aids - the best training aids to help your practice sessions (use code WICKEDSMART to save 15%).
Your self-image is the hidden force behind every round you play. Whether you realize it or not, the way you see yourself as a golfer directly impacts your confidence, decision-making, and ability to perform under pressure. If you’ve ever felt stuck at a certain handicap or struggled with consistency, it’s not just about mechanics—it’s about who you believe you are on the course.
In this solo episode, I break down why self-image is the missing link for so many golfers and how you can start thinking, acting, and training like your future self—starting today. When you listen to this episode, you will learn:
- Why your identity as a golfer dictates your results.
- A journaling exercise that will help you embody your future self.
- Practical strategies to reprogram your mindset for lower scores.
- Why taking consistent action builds confidence faster than motivation.
- How to shift your internal self-talk to match the golfer you want to become.
- The difference between playing to your handicap vs. playing to your potential.
If you want to break 80, win tournaments, or just feel more confident on the course, it starts with seeing yourself as that golfer before you get there. This episode will help you bridge the gap between where you are now and where you want to be.
Plus, I'll share how I began to upgrade my self-image in 2016 leading up to Pebble Beach. And interview Nicholas Tucker, a 10-year PGA Tour caddy.
WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products
DECADE Golf: The #1 course management system to think like a pro (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%).
Rypstick: The #1 speed trainer to add 10+ yards in 40 days or less (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%)
Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The FASTEST way to play consistent golf.
Mental Golf Type: The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%).
PrimePutt: The best putting mats in golf, use code “WICKEDSMART” to save 10% on your investment.
Arccos Golf: The easiest way to track and analyze your stats (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10% on sensors or grips).
Also, don’t forget to connect on social media:
Follow on TikTok
Follow on Instagram
Subscribe on YouTube
Buy Wicked Smart Golf Amazon or Audible
Buy Wicked Smart Golf II on Amazon (Audible coming soon).
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My new book, Wicked Smart Golf II: The Blueprint to Breaking 80 Consistently is LIVE on Amazon (kindle + paperback + hardcover) and Audible sometime in February.
WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products
DECADE Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%).
Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%).
WHYGOLF Training Aids - The Best Training Aids to help your practice sessions (use code WICKEDSMART to save 15%).
Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun.
Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The FASTEST way to play consistent golf.
PrimePutt: The best putting mats in golf, use code “WICKEDSMART” to save 10% on your investment.
Arccos Golf - The easiest way to track and analyze your stats (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10% on sensors or grips).
Also, don’t forget to connect on social media:
Follow on TikTok
Follow on Instagram
Subscribe on YouTube
Buy Wicked Smart Golf Amazon or Audible
Buy Wicked Smart Golf II on Amazon (Audible coming soon).
Next Episode
372: Justin Klemballa - Why Visualizing Good Shots Improves Your Golf Game
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Justin Klemballa is the director of instruction at Paradise Valley Golf Club in Arizona and top ranked golf coach by Golf Digest.
When you listen to this episode, you will learn:
- Easy mental game tips for lower scores.
- How Justin became a top-ranked golf coach in the country.
- Why you need to spend more time thinking about your good shots.
- Common mistakes that are holding your golf swing back from better shots.
- What it takes to think your way to lower scores with smart course management.
- A crazy story about how I get hit by a car (yes, this is a real story).
WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products
DECADE Golf: The #1 course management system to think like a pro (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%).
Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The FASTEST way to play consistent golf.
Mental Golf Type: The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%).
PrimePutt: The best putting mats in golf, use code “WICKEDSMART” to save 10% on your investment.
Arccos Golf: The easiest way to track and analyze your stats (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10% on sensors or grips).
Also, don’t forget to connect on social media:
Follow on TikTok
Follow on Instagram
Subscribe on YouTube
Buy Wicked Smart Golf Amazon or Audible
Buy Wicked Smart Golf II on Amazon (Audible coming soon).
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