#8) Lower Expectations - Not playing golf for 4 months - shoot low round of the year. Start playing golf often, practicing and fine tuning, and my expectations go up. Then shoot high round of the year.
I’m a 30 handicap player. After watching this video, I’m going to shoot 89 I guarantee it. I just broke 100 for the first time a few weeks ago. This video is going to get me in the 80s for sure. Thanks for the video. I didn’t think I could watch for 30+ minutes but I did!
Thanks for your insights Jonathan! Here's the timecode for each tip: 1. No technical thoughts during swing - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html 2. Pre-Shot routine - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html 3. Superstitions can help - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html 4. Visualize the shot - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html 5. Learn positive affirmations - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html 6. The confidence fortress - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html 7. Remember your good shots - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html 8. Lower your expectations - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html 9. Stay in the here and now - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html 10. Don't rush the shot - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html 11. The swing key - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html 12. If distracted or disturbed, stop!!! - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html 13. Replace a hole you don't like with a hole you do - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html 14. Jenifer can help you reset your thoughts - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html 15. Copy your heroes - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html 16. Anchor positive feelings - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html 17. Get some perspective - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html 18. Fill the round with interesting thoughts - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html 19. You can play par on every hole on your score - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html 20. The zone - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html 21. Love them or leave them - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html 22. Breath - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html 23. The library - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html 24. Commit to every shot - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html 25. It is not a problem it is a challenge - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html 26. Have fun!!! - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html 27. Patience is a virtue - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html 28. Practise under pressure - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html 29. Be happy :) - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html 30. Imaginary rounds - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html
Tip #10: I am guilty of rushing my shot. I'm always concerned of how fast or slow I am playing from my group or the group behind me... I try to remind myself that a good shot take less time to find than a bad shot... It's amazing how much influence and pressure comes from rushing the shot... Even when I am playing by myself, (no one in front or behind me) I seem to have a pre-programed time to hit the shot... Now that I think about it, I know how much I dislike slow play, I need to get their routine out of my head. Also, I've noticed that when riding in a cart, I dislike going to my riding partners ball first and having to wait then going to my ball and having him/her breathing down my neck to hit... If I am hitting the ball good none of this seems to bother me as much... LOL! It's a fun game... Managing the mental side will be my biggest challenge...
I really struggle to visualise so its all about a feeling for me. Once in a while I just know im going to hit a good shot and its a great feeling. Just need to get that feeling more
You have helped my game in 2019. Clarity on what the arms/ hands do post contact (around the body instead of following the target line) is a key learning for me.
Using Minecraft to explain the wall got my subscription. I love it! Great video. I’m on tip #7 can’t wait to see what else this video has in store for me.
Jonathan, this video is excellent. #5 positive affirmations is so effective. How many golfers do we hear at the course that tell us how poor they are as a putter or driver or wedges....blah blah blah. Stinkin' thinking gets us nowhere good - but positive affirmations encourage us to be confident. Cheers from Hull, Massachusetts.
I can add to tip #10, I just came up with it last week during league. If you don’t rush it, you’ll CRUSH IT!!! Feel free to steal that one, just give me a little credit please lol.
Wow...great mental tips, thanks for sharing! On the course I try to avoid mechanical thoughts and just try to remember what a good overall swing feels like at the right tempo. Also, playing a golf course in your mind is a good alternative to Ambien! Question: If you're working on a mechanical concept on the range, is it recommended you think about that in your on course practice swing? Looking forward to your 30 short game tips!
Thank you for generous sharing of valuable information. I try to visualize playing my golf course before I fall asleep at night but I never make it past the first tee! I look forward to trying more of these tips in the new year:). Merry Christmas 🎄
As a Catholic I should be great at number 2, unfortunately I take my faith too seriously to reduce it to superstition. Success is connected to my suitable action in my surrounding and so is my relationship with God. I'll have to think about how I approach that one. Praying the rosary while walking absolutely does not work I can tell you 😀 What I am good with is not thinking about golf between shots. I have lots of fun and mostly spend my silent time trying to come up with ways that golf is a good analogy for life. Like how life without rules just isn't as fun as golf 😜
Great tips, thank you for sharing. The sound affect before each tip is annoying and LOUD as crap! Please either remove it all together or lower it 75%--thank you.
John, fan of your channel, but please emphasise fast play, present routine should be very quick like say Bruce K. As a popular youtuber you have responsibility to encourage ready golf. Thanks, subscriber of your channel.
I’m going to think of Jennifer Anniston . I’m going to play the best round of my life . Maybe some Emma stone . She’s a dime. That’s it I’m going for course record
#8) Lower Expectations - Not playing golf for 4 months - shoot low round of the year. Start playing golf often, practicing and fine tuning, and my expectations go up. Then shoot high round of the year.
Happens to me as well man, keep grinding it will come
I’m a 30 handicap player. After watching this video, I’m going to shoot 89 I guarantee it. I just broke 100 for the first time a few weeks ago. This video is going to get me in the 80s for sure. Thanks for the video. I didn’t think I could watch for 30+ minutes but I did!
Did you
30 handicapper? Bandit
I played today thinking of this advice and won a prize so it does work not to think too much.
Well done 👍
The way you talk, the things you share, show how benevolent you are and followers progress oriented.
Thanks for all Mr Taylor.
The NZ rugby full back, always smiles before kicking for posts: it seems to work well...
I can't believe I need help on all 30!
Just knowing this will improve my game and mental outlook immediately.
Thank you so much for the reality check.
I listen to this video before each round. It really does help me.
This is one of the best videos out there for me. I will certainly be viewing it repeatedly. Thank you.
Thanks for your insights Jonathan! Here's the timecode for each tip:
1. No technical thoughts during swing - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html
2. Pre-Shot routine - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html
3. Superstitions can help - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html
4. Visualize the shot - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html
5. Learn positive affirmations - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html
6. The confidence fortress - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html
7. Remember your good shots - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html
8. Lower your expectations - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html
9. Stay in the here and now - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html
10. Don't rush the shot - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html
11. The swing key - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html
12. If distracted or disturbed, stop!!! - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html
13. Replace a hole you don't like with a hole you do - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html
14. Jenifer can help you reset your thoughts - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html
15. Copy your heroes - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html
16. Anchor positive feelings - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html
17. Get some perspective - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html
18. Fill the round with interesting thoughts - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html
19. You can play par on every hole on your score - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html
20. The zone - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html
21. Love them or leave them - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html
22. Breath - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html
23. The library - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html
24. Commit to every shot - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html
25. It is not a problem it is a challenge - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html
26. Have fun!!! - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html
27. Patience is a virtue - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html
28. Practise under pressure - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html
29. Be happy :) - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html
30. Imaginary rounds - czcams.com/video/7srbA85Hht0/video.html
Tip #10: I am guilty of rushing my shot. I'm always concerned of how fast or slow I am playing from my group or the group behind me... I try to remind myself that a good shot take less time to find than a bad shot... It's amazing how much influence and pressure comes from rushing the shot... Even when I am playing by myself, (no one in front or behind me) I seem to have a pre-programed time to hit the shot... Now that I think about it, I know how much I dislike slow play, I need to get their routine out of my head. Also, I've noticed that when riding in a cart, I dislike going to my riding partners ball first and having to wait then going to my ball and having him/her breathing down my neck to hit... If I am hitting the ball good none of this seems to bother me as much... LOL! It's a fun game... Managing the mental side will be my biggest challenge...
Use 4 Corners Cannabis CBD. That's what all the pros use. Helps my game too!
Hands down one of the BEST golf videos out there!!! Glad I ran across this as I have watched it several times.
I really struggle to visualise so its all about a feeling for me. Once in a while I just know im going to hit a good shot and its a great feeling. Just need to get that feeling more
This is one of the best piece of advice Ive seen lately. Many thanks to share it with us!
Very helpful. Thank you.
This is an excellent video to re-watch for any level game
A great summary and reminder of the things required for a good game. Very useful!
You have helped my game in 2019. Clarity on what the arms/ hands do post contact (around the body instead of following the target line) is a key learning for me.
Thanks for the video. Now I don't have to reread "Golf is not a game of Perfect"
Very well done.
Using Minecraft to explain the wall got my subscription. I love it! Great video. I’m on tip #7 can’t wait to see what else this video has in store for me.
Thank you for this great video! I watched it before my tournament round and played a 1 over!
10th one is my takeaway, something I will be focusing on in my game tomorrow. Great !! Lesson Taylor
Jonathan, this video is excellent. #5 positive affirmations is so effective. How many golfers do we hear at the course that tell us how poor they are as a putter or driver or wedges....blah blah blah. Stinkin' thinking gets us nowhere good - but positive affirmations encourage us to be confident. Cheers from Hull, Massachusetts.
Keys tips for me to go from 5 to 2 🤘💪🙏
Thank you Jonathan for sharing powerful, solid and enjoyable mental toughness through out a Golf round and in Life. Awesome!
Fantastic tips Jonathan and thanks SO much for sharing. I need to work on quite a few!!!
I can add to tip #10, I just came up with it last week during league. If you don’t rush it, you’ll CRUSH IT!!! Feel free to steal that one, just give me a little credit please lol.
thank you this will help me so much.
Great video! Just what I needed.
Great video, thanks a lot my man
Very interesting advise...thankyou.
Jennifer Aniston... great thought!
Wow...great mental tips, thanks for sharing! On the course I try to avoid mechanical thoughts and just try to remember what a good overall swing feels like at the right tempo. Also, playing a golf course in your mind is a good alternative to Ambien! Question: If you're working on a mechanical concept on the range, is it recommended you think about that in your on course practice swing? Looking forward to your 30 short game tips!
This is my favorite video
Great video for mental golf!
Great tips. My only question is how do you clear your mind of swing thoughts at address? Have a great Xmas, and thanks for all the hard work.
Steve.
thank you very much
Very helpful, thank you!
I'll dare to give you advise, too.. Don't ever let your wife watch this video!)))
Thank you for generous sharing of valuable information. I try to visualize playing my golf course before I fall asleep at night but I never make it past the first tee! I look forward to trying more of these tips in the new year:). Merry Christmas 🎄
Fantastic Video!
Bingo . Thumbs up
14k views? Should be at least a million.
The best golf mental video ever! Thank you and keep these videos coming. Love the term “hobby golfers”…that’s most of us.
Good tips. You've got a subscriber :)
Really excellent
Reminds me of Dr. Parents Zen Golf which is my Golf Bible
Many thanks, Merry Christmas.
As a Catholic I should be great at number 2, unfortunately I take my faith too seriously to reduce it to superstition. Success is connected to my suitable action in my surrounding and so is my relationship with God. I'll have to think about how I approach that one. Praying the rosary while walking absolutely does not work I can tell you 😀
What I am good with is not thinking about golf between shots. I have lots of fun and mostly spend my silent time trying to come up with ways that golf is a good analogy for life. Like how life without rules just isn't as fun as golf 😜
Awesome video thank you.
Thanks. Happy New Year!
Great stuff
Tip no 14. I choose Fred Couples
Bo Derek works for me!
Showing your age there Derek:) She was definitely a 10!
Great tips, thank you for sharing. The sound affect before each tip is annoying and LOUD as crap! Please either remove it all together or lower it 75%--thank you.
great tips !! you know where I can get an est compressor 8 iron it seems impossible from their site ! thanks
I can send you one but the website is cheaper!
John, fan of your channel, but please emphasise fast play, present routine should be very quick like say Bruce K. As a popular youtuber you have responsibility to encourage ready golf. Thanks, subscriber of your channel.
I like tip # 8 lower your expectations.
Do you believe that absolutely no swing thoughts would decrease, increase, or have no change on the number of duff shots hit during a round ?
Decrease!
I’m going to think of Jennifer Anniston . I’m going to play the best round of my life . Maybe some Emma stone . She’s a dime. That’s it I’m going for course record
Dont overthink breath and block out all the nose its just you and the ball 🤔💯
Where is Jenifer tip 14 please ?
Ah yes - my new Lamborghini in my driveway...
Fore ! This is going to cause some slow play. Tip 31 try and remember that lot every shot.l.o.l.
Now he kust said a bad word
"Today we're going mental"
Me:
Let's go F.....g mental
Let's go F.....g mental
Na na na na
Did he hold the club the whole video and not hit a ball
Golf...it's just another brick in the wall - Pink Floyd or something
The wife’s thoughts on Jennifer Aniston?
She understands, and knows I wouldn't have a chance😂