Mind Caddie - Improve Your Mental Golf Game

Today on the Mind Caddie we welcome two great guests in the shape of motor learning experts Will Wu and John Dunigan who have created a wonderful app called 'Practice Coach'

We had a fascinating discussion about all things practice and why so many golfers don't transfer their range game to the actual golf course

Exposing why golf lessons fail and the smarter path to real, lasting improvement

Today we spend time with top coach Lawrie Montague from Australia to discuss his wonderful book

The No B.S. Guide to Buying a Better Golf Swing

We had a wonderful conversation about Lawrie's views on coaching

Today on the Brain Booster we welcome back a wonderful guest in Dicken Bettinger.

Dicken completely changed his approach to psychology after meeting Syd Banks and understanding the 'Three Principles'

He then spent over twenty years studying with Syd and is now acknowledged as one of the world's leading teachers of the principles.

During a very wide ranging conversation we discussed the ideas of Mind, Consciousness and Thought

It is wonderful to welcome back on the podcast my good friend and colleague Marcus Bell from GRF Golf discussing our collaboration on the golf school we did this year at West Hearts

We had a wonderful few days combining Motion and Mind

We are also set to do another school in 2026 on the 22nd to 24th April

On today's show we discuss

Today on the show I welcome back my great friend and colleague Andrew Murray who I have known for over 30 years.

It is also a poignant podcast as we pay tribute to the passing of one of both our friends Denis Durnian who was a terrific player on the European Tour and still holds jointly the incredible record of the lowest 9 hole score in ANY major when he shot an incredible 28 on the front 9 at Royal Birkdale in the 1983 Open

He was one of the last of a unique golfer who managed to combine being...

Today on the show we wish a warm welcome back to one of golf's most influential coaches of the last 30 years.

Fred Shoemaker.

Fred authored the brilliant 'Extraordinary Golf and Extraordinary Putting'

He taught the Extraordinary Golf Schools to thousands of golfers over many years and lives in a place that is close to heaven on earth Carmel Valley Ranch in Monterey California

His impact on the game has been profound as he has asked golfers and coaches to think about what REALLY matters to them when they play the game.<...

It is wonderful to welcome back again onto the show my very good friend Jim Waldron to discuss what I believe to be THE single most important mental skill of all ACCEPTANCE

We have had Jim on the show many times before but each time I get him back people say just how much they enjoy our conversations

Jim is such a generous man with his time and he brings with him an incredible depth and breadth of knowledge about the game.

His own experiences and the people he has worked with and...

On today's show we have a unique combination of two of the game's foremost thinkers and coaches Jon Sherman and Adam Young.

They host the fabulous podcast 'The Sweet Spot' which I have been fortunate to be a guest on a few times.

Adam Young is the author of the 'Practice Manual' and Jon Sherman is the author of 'Four Foundations of Golf'

We had a fabulous conversation about how to REALLY make a difference to your game

Today on the Mind Caddie we welcome back one of our most popular guests and coaches Dr Raymond Prior.

Raymond is carving a reputation at the very highest levels of the game as one of the world's best Performance Psychologists

His book 'Golf Beneath The Surface' has gained critical acclaim from both players and coaches alike

It is an absolute necessity in any players library

On today's show we had a wonderful conversation about the role of our brain in performance and what it is actually doing to us when we...

Today on the Mind Caddie we welcome back my good friend and colleague Nick Bradley

Nick is one of the top coaches in the game and author of great books such as 'The 7 laws of the Golf Swing' and 'Kinetic Golf'

He has coached at the very highest levels of the game with players such as Justin Rose

He coaches at the wonderful Knickerbocker Country Club

https://www.knickerbocker.cc/golf-instruction/

We had a great conversation as usual about all things golf but in particular how to get the...

Today on the show we have a personal story of my own attempt to get back to health and fitness.

After pretty much living in a gym for the past 30 or so years I had major surgery and then complications which stopped me training or playing for over 3 years

With the help of Josh Leyes at Par4Success I have managed slowly to coax my body back into training.

Even to be back in the gym at all feels like a major victory

I couldn't have done any of it without...

The problem with thinking so much and more importantly BELIEVING those thoughts

Today on the Mind Caddie we have a really special guest in the shape of Dr Chris Niebauer author of the incredible books 'No Self No Problem' and 'The No Self No Problem Workbook'

Chris's work has been a really big influence on my thinking over recent times.

He paints a wonderful picture of what Golf and Life could be if we began to have a different relationship to our thinking mind.

If we could understand what our thinking...

Today on the Mind Caddie we are joined by former Manchester United star Lee Sharpe to talk about his journey from a top Premiership Footballer to potential player on the European Seniors Golf Tour

We had a fascinating conversation about his development of skills as a footballer. Kicking a ball against a wall over and over again to gain skill and control over the football.

Going into an environment of excellence with greats of football like Bryan Robson and Eric Cantona

Today we are joined on the Mind Caddie with my good friend and top coach Randy Joyner.

Randy is one of the very best coaches in the USA

His record with junior and college players is outstanding

We talk often about the game of golf but I wanted to invite him on to get an American perspective on what happened over those 3 Ryder Cup days in New York state at Bethpage Black

His insights will really get you to think deeply about your own game and the direction you can take...

On today's show we have a wonderful conversation with Mark Shervill a tremendous coach from the hidden gem that is Lilleshall Golf Club in Shropshire

I have known Mark for very many years

We first met when he was a PGA Trainee at The Belfry over twenty years ago.

Since then he has spent time evolving himself into a really effective coach

He spent many days with Nick Middleton from Zen Golf on the DP World Tour

His approach is really holistic and embraces all aspects of the Body-Mind...

Today on the Mind Caddie we are joined by a great guest in the shape of Trevor Jones.

Trevor is a top Mental Performance coach who has done extensive research on the YIPS and more importantly has been finding ways to really make a difference to people who suffer from this debilitating issue.

With a couple of esteemed colleagues he has put together a potentially revolutionary program

We had a great discussion about Trevor's own background, his own playing and what led him to have such an interest into the specific area of...

The way to really make a difference in your scoring in the next 12 months.

Don't waste any more of your time chipping incorrectly

Today on the show we welcome back my very good friend and colleague Jim Waldron to help you get a really clear view on the short game.

In this conversation we expose many of the myths and misconceptions around the short game and give you an excellent pathway to look forward to a better game around the greens.

Jim has an absolute wealth of experience in all aspects...

The One, Two, Three System to Better Golf - with YouTube Star Matt Fryer 

Why do we have such difficulties in focusing our ATTENTION ?

Today on the Mind Caddie we have a brilliant guest Dr Josephine Perry a highly regarded and respected Sports Psychologist and the author of a wonderful book
'ADHD in Sport : Strategies for Success'

We had a wonderful conversation about this very misunderstood condition and how a deeper understanding can help both the player and coach

The phrase 'Attention is the currency of Performance' resonates deeply with me and it would seem in this world now we have such difficulty in focusing our...

Today on the podcast we are joined by coach Michael Leonard from Wicked Smart Golf

We had a fascinating conversation about his life as a golf writer and more recently about as a player and a coach

What is WICKED SMART GOLF?

Essentially it is a system built around maximising your game without having to actually change your swing

We talked about the

FIVE PILLARS of GOLF

As a coach he really helps players drill down into these key but...

Today we welcome back onto the podcast my good friend and colleague Chris Finn from Par4Success who is consistently producing incredible results with clients, especially those over 50.

Some of the results as Chris describes on today's show are nothing short of spectacular and above anything else are a great source of hope and inspiration for senior players. As ever we had a fantastic, thought provoking and engaging conversation.

Howard Glassman and Tim O'Connor

Today on the Mind Caddie we have a very special 3 - way conversation with my good friends from across the pond Howard Glassman and Tim O'Connor who host the wonderful podcast 'Swing Thoughts' which I have been lucky enough to be a guest on many times in the past.

We had a fantastic and wide ranging conversation about the evolution of their podcast and the individual journey's they have both been on with the game of golf.

Howard Glassman in a legendary radio host in the Toronto area...

Today on the Mind Caddie we have a fantastic guest in the shape of Mark Immelman from the world renowned 'On the Mark Podcast'

We had a fabulous conversation about the evolution of the show and all of the lessons learned from some of the greats of the game.

Mark has published a wonderful book called 'Lessons from the Best' which is a compilation of the very best guests and lessons over the years of the podcast.

Mark very kindly asked me to be one of those guests.

Great guests such...

What could be POSSIBLE with YOUR game?

Today on the show we have a really special guest in the shape of client and good friend Brent Rebus.

Brent is a top Senior amateur golfer in Canada who last year achieved the remarkable feat of shooting lower than his age at 62!!

Yes, you read that right he shot SIXTY ONE at the age of 62 in a tournament.

We had a phenomenal conversation which was both informative and tremendously inspiring to players at every level

What COULD be POSSIBLE with your...

Paul Salter - known as The Golf Hypnotherapist - is a High-Performance Mindset Coach who leverages hypnosis and powerful subconscious reprogramming techniques to help golfers of all ages and skill levels overcome the mental hazards of their minds so they can shoot lower scores and play to their potential.

He has over 15 years of coaching experience working with high performers in various industries, helping them get unstuck, out of their own way, and unlock their full potential.

Paul's clientele includes Collegiate, Amateur, and Professional Golfers, Professional Poker Players, Professional Traders, Business Owners and CEOs, high-level Exec...

Today we welcome back onto the Mind Caddie Dr Izzy Justice to discuss his new book 'Your Brain Swings Every Club'

We had a really fascinating conversation about the role the brain plays in EVERY shot

The coach of the future will really have a clear understanding of the role the BRAIN plays in accessing skills

We discussed:

Today on the Mind Caddie we are joined by top Performance coach Jon Wallett

I have known Jon for many years and have always been really impressed by his approach to getting the very best from his players

He has had outstanding results with players at every level but especially in helping young players realise some of their golfing ambitions

He has some incredible resources on his website

www.elitecoaching.com

We had a wonderful conversation about Jon's research into what truly makes the difference in developing TOUR PLAYERS<...

Today on the Mind Caddie we are joined again by my great friend from the USA Randy Joyner
Randy is a TOP coach who keeps producing outstanding results with players at all levels but especially young college and aspiring tour players 
He is a Certified Mind Factor coach and has been kind enough to say that the work we have done over the years has had a big influence on his game and his coaching 

He has won 2 Pro Ams recently with sub 65 scores without ANY practice whatsoever 
We go into detail about that  Duration: 01:02:41

On today's show, we have a solo run touching on a subject, very dear to my heart, the concept of 'I will be happy when'   How we all fall into the trap of putting off our enjoyment of life for for some perceived moment off in the future, when the stars will align everything will come together, and I will be happy ever after as a result of achieving X Y or Z.   You can fill in the blanks that may be winning a major tournament. It may be winning the club championship or breaking 100 for the first time never mi...

The Golfers SIXTH SENSE

On today's show, we have a brilliant conversation with top Swedish PGA professional Marcus Westerberg. Marcus is a good friend of the show I've been previously been on a couple of times in the past to discuss his work. He wrote an absolutely brilliant book called the 'Golfers Sixth Sense.'

This book is about a deep understanding of the mind body connection in Golf and how it is foolish to try to separate the two. Marcus is a really deep thinker about the game, and he's had some incredible success...

Today we have a really special show with two good friends and outstanding coaches Jim Waldron and Justin Tang

We had a wonderful conversation about the current CULTURE of golf instruction and what it is ACTUALLY doing for our game.

The resulting conversation was outstanding:

Why your current practice could actually be making you WORSE

Today we are joined by a really special guest in the shape of the MD of Zen Golf Will Stubbs

We had a fascinating conversation about creating a truly effective learning environment

Understanding the dynamic and chaotic environment that is golf and why we need to replicate that in practice

It was a tournament like no other with incredible drama that put is all through a rollercoaster of emotions as Rory secured the Green Jacket and became a member of that most exclusive club of golf's Grand Slam winners.

Yet in the euphoria of the win and the endless post tournament analysis did we all miss something in terms of Rory's response to the win on the final green?

Top coach and good friend of the show Garret Kramer thinks so

In this fascinating conversation we go a good bit deeper than what...

Today on the show we are joined with one of the top PGA coaches in Australia and a good friend of the show Brent Dale

Brent is a deep thinker about the game who has his own fantastic podcast called 'Your Golf Performance' with a host of wonderful guests

We dive deep into setting up competitive environments to give players the very best chance of making progress with their game.

How a competitive environment in practice can foster a real desire to make the best of your game.

Today on the show we have former PGA Tour player Gary Christian who has had a remarkable career as a player, broadcaster and now author of a wonderful book called
'Beat the golf course not yourself'

During out time together Gary went into some phenomenal detail about how his career as a player turned around when he seriously began to work on and explore the mental game
It is inspirational how he explored for him key areas such as visualisation and how this gave him the capacity to get the very best out of his...

Could you look at the game from a different perspective?

Today we welcome back a very great friend and colleague Kendal Mcwade from Instinctive Golf

Kendal has had a huge impact on my own coaching as well as many other players and coaches.

He has been a pioneer in exploring the nature of learning

We had the chance to look deeply into the nature of learning and how we try to develop in the game of golf

How joining the most elite golf club of all gives us all inspiration to 'Stay in the Game'

Do you watch this year's US Masters?What was the rollercoaster of emotions like for you?

It was an incredible spectacle that has left a deep impression on us all. As Rory joins the most elite of clubs what can we all dissect and learn from the once in a lifetime achievement?

Today Karl gives his reflections on what we can all learn from Rory

How Rory 'stayed in the game'

...

Why pain is actually in the BRAIN and how we LEARN to be anxious

Today on the Mind Caddie we have a really distinguished guest in the shape of Dr Howard Schubiner

He is an internist and the director of the Mind Body Medicine Center at Ascension Providence Hospital in Southfield, Michigan. Dr. Schubiner is a Clinical Professor at the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine and is a fellow in the American College of Physicians, and the American Academy of Pediatrics.

He has authored more than 100 publications in scientific journals and...

On today's show we have a special coach in the shape of Denmark's Andreas Kali who has overseen the development of numerous top players in Denmark. Due to his incredible results with so many players he has become one of the hottest coaches in golf

We had a really wonderful conversation about the philosophy behind the success he has been getting in Denmark

In particular about the development of the players a people not just golfers

The need to create an environment of fun and learning in practice.

Not just fun...

What will ACTUALLY make a difference to your golf and life

Today on the Mind Caddie we welcome back my good friend and colleague Jim Waldron.

This is a recording of a live presentation Jim gave to the Mind Factor coaches

Jim is an outstanding coach with an absolute wealth of experience.

This seminar is for the really dedicated coach or player.

There are some challenging concepts in here that have the potential to make a really BIG difference to your game and indeed your life.

In...

Today we are joined on the show by Cordie Walker from GolfWell

Cordie Walker spends time with the most interesting players, coaches, and researchers in the golf industry to discover what the best are doing in their game.

The content and information he puts out is absolutely brilliant.

On today's show we discuss his fascinating journey to get to 180mph ball speed.

The conversation is packed full of golden nuggets if you are on a quest to gain more distance of the tee.

The ultimate mental game skill

Today on the Mind Caddie we welcome back my good friend and colleague Dr Raymond Prior.

Raymond is one of the top performance consultants in the world. He works with some of the very best golfers in the world on the PGA Tour as well as athletes from many other sports and also actors and entertainers.

He is the author of a wonderful book 'Golf Beneath the surface'

We also co contributed to a great program called:

'Stable Confidence'

The foundations of...

Today on the Mind Caddie we are joined by top putting coach Lee Sullivan.

Lee is building a great reputation for himself working with players at all levels but more notable recently with tour players.

He has worked with and alongside Phil Kenyon and Mike Kanski for many years at their world renowned putting studio in Formby

We had a great conversation about his evolution as a coach

Today on the show we have a very special couple of guests Pia Nilsson and Lynn Marriott who have been absolute pioneers in the world of golf coaching over the past 25 years or so.

They have had a positive influence on so many players and coaches working notably with some of the best players in the game such as Annika Sorenstam

We had a wonderful conversation that will give you so many insights into how to get the very best from your golfing experience this year.

How Vision 54 emerged and how it changed...

Fantastic to welcome back on the podcast my good friends Piers Ward and Andy Proudman from Me and My Golf.

They have both been pioneers in the online coaching space but at their heart they are dedicated golf coaches primarily interested in helping players get better at the game by looking in a holistic way at performance.

We had the opportunity to discuss the new life the boys have created in San Diego

The different levels of commitment from player to player

The evolution of online coaching and how we need...

The inspirational story of an ordinary golfer who made a dream happen

In this episode of the Mind Caddie we have a special guest in the shape of Tim Shears

Recently Tim shared with me his wonderful personal story of how he managed to shoot his age at the age of 67!!

Before that Tim related his own life story of being a caddie in the early...

The FOUR areas of Rotation you NEED to know to hit the ball further

Today on the Mind Caddie we are joined by one of the very best fitness and conditioning coaches in the USA Chris Finn.

Chris is very highly regarded in his field and when you start to listen to this conversation you will understand why.

The fitness business he has built Par4Success continues to have amazing results with players of all levels and ages.

All of his worked is steeped in extensive research and solid data.

A potential way back to playing with less pain

On today's Mind Caddie we go in a slightly different direction but nevertheless one that I am sure will apply to so many people.

PAIN!!

A lot of us are playing golf in some form of pain or other

It may be acute pain or chronic pain

Chronic pain is at epidemic proportions 

If you have had pain for over 6 months it is now a chronic issue

And as todays guest 'The Pain PT' Jim Prussack e...

Today on the podcast we are joined by author and coach Cameron Strachan who has written the provocatively titled book 'How to Unf__k your Golf Swing'

He has made it his life's work to demystify the golf swing and get players away from too much technical thinking

It may not be for everyone but for many it will be a refreshing departure from the barrage of technical positions and theory

How can we make learning the golf swing much simpler? This question has driven Cameron in his quest for years

...

Head coach at Wake Forest for 28 years

On today's show we welcome legendary Wake Forest head coach Jerry Haas who has been there for an incredible 28 years.

During this time he has been part of the development of so many great players

We had a wonderful discussion about the background to Jerry's development as a player and a coach.

His uncle was former US Masters champion Bob Goalby and his brother Jay Haas holds the record of the most made cuts in PGA Tour

Jerry went on to play...

In this episode, Karl hosts renowned golf coach Gareth McShea. They reminisce about their early days and delve into McShea's journey from aspiring tour golfer to a leading figure in golf coaching.

The discussion highlights McShea's methodology, including his pivotal shift influenced by Dan Millman's 'Body Mind Mastery' and how focusing on the mental and emotional game can enhance physical performance. 

Gareth also elaborates on Aim Point, an innovative approach to green reading that eliminates guesswork and improves putting accuracy. He underscores the importance of making intentional mistakes during training to grasp core skills, and c...

The power of a defined MISSION
Today on the Mind Caddie we have a very special guest in Dr. John Demartini.
He is world-renowned human behavior expert. His work has been described by
students as "the most comprehensive body of work" - "an extensive library of
wisdom."

He is an internationally published author, a global educator and the founder of
the Demartini Method, a revolutionary tool in modern psychology.
His teachings are the synthesis of knowledge and wisdom from the greatest
minds through history.

We had a wonderful...

Review of the year - A time for genuine reflection 
As we are at that time of year when we reflect Karl takes the opportunity to look back and ask some quality questions.
What has this year been like for you?
Did you achieve and experience what you wanted from the game?
What were some of the genuine highlights?

Then as we move forward to the opportunities next year will bring.
Can we gain real clarity on what is truly important to you?
What would a really special golfing year look li...

Trusting our innate intelligence 
Karl and Simon delve into various topics stemming from their personal and professional experiences. They discuss the importance of presence and authenticity, especially in giving talks and interacting with audiences.   The significance of mental strength in sports, the myth of positive thinking, and dealing with anxiety and imposter syndrome are examined. They also explore the dangers of rigidly striving for success and the value of embracing innate enoughness and wholeness, challenging societal norms around identity, status, and performance culture.   The episode culminates in a philosophical discussion about non-dualism and how to practically navigate life while unde...

In this episode, Karl interviews renowned performance coach Steven Yellen. They discuss Steven's new book, which delves deeper into the principles of fluid motion and sports performance, specifically in golf. Key topics include the importance of building and accessing fluid motion, the dangers of unnecessary swing changes, and the role of the basal ganglia in storing motion memory. Steven shares insights from his collaboration with top sports neuroscientist Dr. Fred Travis and explains how elite golfers can avoid 'swing prison' by creating a threshold level of wholeness. Practical advice on achieving wholeness and timing in the golf swing is provided...

Why your hands are SO important to your game.

Mark joins Karl for an insightful discussion about his journey over the past five years and his extensive experience in the world of golf. They delve into the significance of beliefs and perception in movement and performance.

Mark emphasizes the intertwined nature of the brain and body, particularly the crucial role hands play in movement coordination. They explore how beliefs shape behaviors, the evolving myths in golf training, and the importance of context and understanding in coaching. Reflecting on the past, present, and future of golf...

In this episode, Karl interviews Josh Nichols, a prominent mental golf coach and host of the Mental Golf Show podcast.   They discuss Josh's journey from aspiring professional golfer to becoming a mental golf coach. Josh shares his experiences with practice techniques, mental approaches, and how he transformed his career with the help of his coach, Robert Limville.   The conversation delves deep into effective practice strategies, the importance of mental resilience, and practical drills to improve various aspects of the game.   Josh also highlights how perspective and mental training can significantly impact performance on the golf course. This episode is filled wit...

In this episode, Karl interviews golf instructor Adam Young, where they discuss the importance of skill development over technical perfection in golf. Adam explains his definition of skill as the ability to execute one's intention on the course, distinguishing it from mere technique.   They delve into the necessity of adaptability in golf, debunking the myth of consistency and emphasising external focus and intention to improve shot outcomes.   Adam also shares practical drills for golfers to enhance their skills by focusing on impact rather than aesthetics, and recommends training methods to better control ball strike and flight. Key takeaways include the si...

In this episode, host Karl interviews Giles Croft, a former surgeon who transitioned into health informatics, cycling journalism, and eventually coaching.   They discuss Giles' varied career, his insights on career change, and his passion for cycling. Giles shares his journey from medicine to managing health information and finally to becoming a successful coach focusing on mental health and well-being.   They explore the importance of being present, handling anxiety, and letting go of rigid goals to achieve true fulfilment. Giles also offers perspectives on how holistic approaches could transform healthcare and emphasises the significance of daily reminders and personal insights for gr...

In this episode, Karl and Gary revisit the transformative ideas from their book 'The Lost Art of Putting,' reflecting on its impact since its publication six years ago.

They explore the concepts of focusing on pace over line, creative and intuitive approaches to putting, the importance of intention, attention, and attitude, and the role of acceptance in handling outcomes.

Insights are shared from their experiences and observations, including anecdotes about notable golfers and practical exercises to improve putting. They e...

In this episode, Karl welcomes back Tim O'Connor to discuss Tim's new book, 'Getting Unstuck: The Seven Transformational Practices for Golf Nerds'.

They explore the extended life of their reciprocal conversations across their podcasts, touch on the captivating photo on the book's cover, and dive deep into the five components of golf: physical, technical, mental, emotional, and spiritual. 

Tim shares insights on the spiritual dimension of golf, his experience as a coach, and the philosophy that gol...

In this engaging series, Karl and Fred delve into the intricate connections between golf and life. They explore how aging shifts one's perspective on the game, transforming it from a measure of self-worth to a source of joy and creativity.

The discussion highlights the psychological aspects of golf, emphasizing self-awareness, the pitfalls of seeking external validation, and the power of being present.

The narrative champions the importance of experiential learning over rigid instruction, the benefits of a non-judgmental learning environment, and the necessity of authenticity in coaching.

The series also touches on pivotal...

In this episode, Karl and Jim discuss the intricacies of golf improvement and reflection at the end of a season.   They emphasize the importance of having a strategic plan and identifying weak areas in one's game, such as mental focus, long game, short game, or putting. They explore the concept of having a clear purpose for playing golf beyond ego enhancement, focusing on mastery, and identifying one's golfing personality: learner, competitor, or shot maker.   They touch on the mental aspects of golf, such as acceptance and mindfulness practices used to improve focus and deal with challenges like the yips.   The con...

Some winter inspiration from Karl Morris. What can you do this winter to develop your core skills? Follow and subscribe to get the latest episodes, comment if you have a question for Karl.

Welcome to the Mind Caddie podcast with Karl Morris. The ultimate podcast for golf enthusiasts seeking to enhance their mental game and take their golf performance to new heights.

Hosted by Europe's leading performance coach to PGA Tour players, Karl Morris, along with special guests, this show is your gateway to unlocking the hidden potential within you on the golf course.

In this episode, Karl Morris interviews Dr. Craig Farnsworth, an optometrist turned renowned putting coach. Dr. Farnsworth discusses his journey from eye training to coaching elite golfers like Nick Faldo and Bernard Langer. He highlights the importance of visual skills in better aligning putts and overcoming mental barriers.

Dr. Farnsworth shares insights into improving pace control and alignment through perceptual accuracy and visualization. He emphasizes the mental aspect of golf, utilizing visualization, attention training, and stress management techniques to enhance performance. Coaches and players are encouraged to view putting as a set of puzzles to solve, focusing...

Andrew, the author of 'The Overthinker's Guide to Life,' shares his unconventional career path, starting from health psychology to becoming an advertising creative and stand-up comedian.

During the discussion, he delves into his struggles with overthinking, how it impacted his professional and personal life, and the insights he gained from his experiences. Andrew explains how learning to trust his instincts and stay present has enhanced his creativity and performance.

He also provides practical advice on overcoming overthinking, drawing connections to sports, and the importance of letting thoughts flow without over-control. Finally, he touches on...

In this insightful episode, Susie Meyers, author of 'Golf from Point A,' delves into the philosophical approach of her book, which emphasizes the importance of treating each shot, each day, and each moment as a new beginning akin to the letter 'A' in the alphabet.

Meyers shares compelling anecdotes about golf and life, drawing parallels between the game and broader life lessons on adaptability, emotional resilience, and the significance of letting go of past burdens.

She also reflects on her experiences coaching players with disabilities, highlighting the profound impact of golf on personal growth...

From Early Beginnings to Professional Golf Success with Tom McKibbin

In this episode, Tom McKibbin shares his journey from starting golf at age eight to becoming a professional golfer. He talks about early competitions at Hollywood Golf Club, the significant role of his long-term coach Johnny Foster, and the transition from amateur to professional golf. Tom discusses his experiences on tour, including his first win, dealing with different courses, and the invaluable influence of playing alongside top players like Rory McIlroy. He also offers insights into training routines, the importance of short game improvement, and advice for...

This episode features a deep dive into effective golf training with Peter and Stuart, founders of Practice Thinkers. The conversation explores how golfers can rethink their day-to-day training practices to challenge existing norms and improve performance. Stuart discusses the importance of aligning practice with actual game conditions and addressing performance anxiety through appropriate training methods.   They emphasize understanding the intrinsic dynamics of one's golf swing, using practical examples to highlight the adaptation needed for effective play. The discussion extends to the role of training aids, drills, and the significance of understanding individual beliefs in sports practice. With insights into the e...

In this episode, Karl welcomes PGA Tour coach Ralph, a specialist in putting, to discuss his extensive experience and insights into improving golf performance. 

Ralph, who has been coaching on the PGA Tour since 2009, shares his journey and highlights, including coaching notable players like Cam Davis and Johnny Vegas. 

The conversation delves into Ralph's approach to putting, the common misconception of misreads and putt execution, and the development of his green reading system, the Tour Read app. 
Ralph emphasises the importance of proper feedback, technique, and green reading, providing listeners with valuable tips to enh...

In this insightful episode, Karl interviews Howard, who shares his long journey in the world of golf. They reminisce about their early days, discuss Howard's influential book 'The Making of a Coach,' and delve into the inspiration behind it, catalysed by personal loss.   Howard narrates his life filled with valuable lessons learned from family, the impact of influential figures in golf, his experiences with player coaching, and his time at various prestigious golf clubs. His stories highlight the evolution of golf coaching, the importance of understanding individual player needs, and the profound impact a coach can have on a g...

In this episode, Karl Morris invites Howard, a seasoned radio host, comedian, and avid golfer, to discuss the intricacies of the mental side of golf.   

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The Essence of Being: Insights on Authentic Self and Performance

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In this thoughtful conversation, host Karl Morris welcomes Garrett Kramer to discuss recent developments in Garrett's life, including personal projects and the release of his latest book. 

The dialogue delves deep into the philosophical and practical aspects of self-awareness, the search for fixes in sports and li...

Today on the show we are joined by former European Tour player and coach Paul Affleck
Paul played for a number of years on the main tour after winning the Challenge Tour to secure his playing rights.

Are you going to take ACTION and become a Certified Mind Factor coach?

Join us for a wonderful three days in Manchester in November

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We had a wonderful conversation about his development as a player from the early years as an assistant a...

Today on the podcast we are joined by Dr Laura Carey and Caesar Bayliss from Perception Sport

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Laura has conducted some amazing research around putting over the past number of years in particular around gaze control and also brain activity prior to actually hitting the putt.

What she has uncovered has the potential to transform t...

How 'Socratic' questioning could help transform your game

Today we have on the show internationally renowned coach Nick Bradley who has written a fantastic new book called 'The 50 secrets to GREAT GOLF you don't know about YET!'

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One of the secrets really stood out to me

Socratic questioning and how being prepared t...

Today on the podcast we are joined by author and executive coach Becky Hall who has written a wonderful book called 'The Art of Enough'

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During a very wide ranging conversation we to a deep dive into the concept of ENOUGH

What is enough?

In a world where we it is constantly being reinforced that we are not en...

Today I am joined on the show by my good friend and colleague Andrew Knott.

Andrew is the head professional at the All Thailand Golf Centre in Bangkok which in amazing location dedicated to providing one of the best environments for learning and development in South East Asia.

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I met up with Andrew recently when I was asked to speak at...

Today on the show we welcome back a great guest in Jayne Storey who has just published a new book called 'The athlete's ascent'.

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We had again a wonderful conversation about her work on what it can mean for you and your game.

Jayne has a wealth of knowledge and experience of martial arts spanning many years. Her work is ta...

Today we have the opportunity to spend some more time with coach Kent Osborne.

He is the author of the book 'Scratch Attitude'

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Here is a great quote from his website

"You see … before I  became a golfer I was a pioneer in the executive coaching field, My experience working with professional athletes and corporate leade...

The Skill of ACCEPTANCE and why it is SO important to develop – Karl Morris

Why you will always fall short of your true capability without this skill

Thanks for joining me on today's Brain Booster which is a solo run from me. I wanted to take the opportunity to bring together some of the key concepts from the previous months and some of the recent guests.

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Today we welcome back onto the show Jon Sherman author of the brilliant 'Four Foundations of Golf' and his latest book 'The Foundations of Winning Golf'

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We had a wonderful conversation all about competing in tournaments. What we discussed is so relevant to anyone wanting to get the best out of their game when it really matters.

The great thing a...

Today we have a slight change in focus with our guest but one that nevertheless you will find fascinating and a great inspiration Mike Moir.

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Mike is the CEO of the highly renowned clothing brand FENIX

I met Mike recently at the PGA Conference in Thailand

He was one of the main speakers and what he had to s...

On today's show we have former BBC sports presenter Simon Mundie who has recently released a tremendous book called 'How to find success without losing yourself'

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Simon has spent many years interviewing and being around some of the greatest names in sport.

People who have achieved what others may think as being the 'ultimate' experience

Yet often he...

Today we welcome back onto the Brain Booster my good friend Jim Waldron.

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Jim has had a BIG input on players who listen to the show and I wanted to get him back to talk at more length about a subject that is unfortunately very relevant to a LOT of golfers the YIPS.

We had another wonderful conversation about how t...

Why IDENTITY is so important to your development as a golfer

Facing up to your FEARS and shattering the illusions of what the game means to us

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Today we have a wonderful conversation with Jay Carter who is the National Coach of the New Zealand golf team.

Why does New Zealand punch above its weight in terms of p...

On today's Brain Booster we have one of the world's leading experts on hypnosis, Dr David Spiegel.

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David Spiegel is one of the United States' most respected experts in the clinical uses of hypnosis. He is Associate Chair of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences at Stanford University and directs the Stanford Center on Stress and Health and Center for Integrative Medicine. David has over 40 y...

Today on the show we welcome Mike Carroll one of the top golf trainers in the world who has had tremendous success with players at all levels but more recently his app 'Fit for Golf' has had phenomenal worldwide success.

We discuss Mike Carroll's essential message:

Today on the Brain Booster we have a live recording of a webinar I conducted with Raymond Prior.

The event was over subscribed with people trying to get into the Zoom call after it was full.

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Raymond and I collaborated on what we believe to be a ground breaking project called...

 Today on the Brain Booster we are joined by an extraordinarily special guest Dr Ellen Langer

Dr Langer has been one of the most influential people in the world of psychology over the past 40 years

She was the first female tenured professor in psychology at Harvard

Has written numerous books

She has conducted so many incredible experiments, most notably the 'counterclockwise' experiment where she had older men go into a 'pod' that took them back to their younger selves.

The results as we find out today were extraordinary

How could online coaching make a REAL difference to your game.

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Today on the Brain Booster we are joined by top coach Ryan Mouque who has built a really outstanding career online as a Skillest coach

He had a background playing Rugby League in New Zealand

We talked about the difference in other sports regarding specific training

How we need to be m...

We welcome back onto the Brain Booster Andy Morrison for a further chat about his coaching experiences

We delve further into the nature of experience and how it is all generated by your thinking

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Andy is very prolific on Twitter/X

His main message is that he offers the opportunity to develop your game without using lots of mental game strategies and techniques

Today on the Brain Booster we welcome onto the show long term Mind Factor client Bronte Law. Fresh from her recent victory on the Ladies European Tour with a stunning final round in Morocco of nine under par.

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We took a wonderful trip down memory lane to Bronte's early days as a junior player in Cheshire

How she has stayed with the same coach Richard Green a...

Today on the Brain Booster we are joined by Andy Mathews from Neuropeak Pro

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It is a fascinating story.

Andy is a tournament player himself and relates how understanding HOW to breathe more efficiently made such a difference to his game

Since joining Neuropeak Pro he has become the breathing coach to many of the worlds very best players including Viktor Hovland and Jordan...

The opportunity for the coach of the future

What is technology going to do to the future of coaching?

More importantly what can we DO to be ready and to offer great EXPERIENCES to our students

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Today on the Brain Booster we welcome back coach Will Robins who has been working closely with the PGA of America over the past number of years coaching p...

Today on the Brain Booster we welcome back a wonderful guest in Dicken Bettinger.

Dicken completely changed his approach to psychology after meeting Syd Banks and understanding the 'Three Principles'

He then spent over twenty years studying with Syd and is now acknowledged as one of the world's leading teachers of the principles.

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During a very wide ranging conversation we discussed the ideas of M...

How to find out what is RIGHT for you!!

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The need to adapt coaching depending on the level of the student

The need to be flexible in your approach

Today we are joined on the show with a true great of coaching, Jim McClean.

We had a wonderful conversation

Over his illustrious career he has sought out and worked with...

Are you going to join us on YOUR path to Mastery?

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Today a slightly different show with a solo effort from myself. I have had a few people ask me recently to clarify some of the key ideas from the Mind factor trainings so here we go.

What path are you ACTUALLY on?

Could you embark on a 'path to mastery' as opposed to b...

Today we welcome back onto the Brain Booster my good friend and legendary coach Jim Waldron.

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Jim has been on the show a number of times and there has always been a wonderful response to his words of wisdom.

He has an incredible background in his coaching development over many years looking into all areas of the Mind Body connection

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Today on the Brain Booster we are joined by Scott Dixon a top coach from Dalmahoy in Edinburgh.

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We had a wonderful conversation about his journey as a golf professional.

How in the early days he had no instruction, developed a great love of...