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 explains it is not as simple and as straightforward as we may believe.

All pain is generated by the brain which doesn’t mean that the ‘pain is in your head’

It is real and it hurts

But as Jim wonderfully explains when you understand the role of the brain in pain you can go in a different direction.

Much pain is a result of the brains PERCEPTION

Feeling of threat

When we reduce the threat we reduce the pain reaction

So much of this ties in with what we have explored on the Mind Caddie about the perception of threat and performance

You will find this interview fascinating and it may just give you some hope of different way to approach your pain

To find out about Jim’s work go to

https://www.thepainpt.com/

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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

How can we give golfers the smallest amount of information that has the biggest effect?

• The technical overload we are all suffering from
• Why the default is to seek out more information
• We are designed to use tools skilfully yet we often ignore that fact
• The biomechanical research on efficient movement
• What if the game was just like making an underarm throw?
• Would you feel capable of doing that?
• How much would that simplify things?
• Make a throwing motion with the club
• How simplification increases feel

As we discussed Cameron firmly believes that the game of golf COULD be as simple as throwing a ball

If the game becomes more simple then you are free to focus on other things like the golf course and actually enjoying your experience

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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 on the European Tour in the golden era of the likes of Ballesteros and Langer and then the PGA Tour

Much of the development of his game involved PLAYING the game on the golf course

It is clear from the conversation that Jerry still has an incredible passion and love for the game of golf

We discussed the importance of finding a way to get the ball around the course with what you have that day.

• How great players find ways of dealing with the inevitable poor shots and setbacks
• Learning course management from the great players
• Giving young players ownership of their game
• How a good coach gets a balanced view of a player’s game
• Dealing with the realities of the game
• Creating a very powerful learning environment
• The more you ‘give’ of yourself the more you will get from the game
• Being flexible as a coach to individual players requirements
• Knowing WHO you are as a golfer
• Developing people not just golfers
• The FOUR crucial moments in every round
• The influence of Arnold Palmer and his lasting legacy

A really incredible conversation with a coach who has been helping players at the very highest level for over 28 years

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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 cautions on the balanced use of technology in coaching. This episode is rich with insights on improving both the mental and technical facets of golf.

Aim Point has the capacity to take away so much of the mystery to reading greens.

This is essential listening.

00:00 Introduction and Reunion

00:38 Gareth's Journey to Coaching

02:43 Discovering Aim Point

05:55 The Mechanics of Aim Point

18:37 Training and Practice Insights

33:56 Using Technology in Golf

36:23 Final Thoughts and Takeaways

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- Email: gareth@garethmcshea.com

- Instagram: aimpointgolfireland

- TikTok: aimpointgolfireland

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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 conversation with so many valuable insights to apply to
your game of golf but perhaps more importantly your game of life.

We discussed:
What are the main barriers to releasing your TRUE capability and how
comparing yourself to others can be so detrimental.
How the law of ‘contrast’ minimises your Mastery
Why finding your own sense of personal mission will allow you to focus so
much more effectively on what you are doing TODAY
Mastering YOUR skills as you become absorbed in exploring what you are truly
capable of becoming
Don’t be second at being somebody else be FIRST at being YOU
How infatuation with OUTCOME takes you away from Mastery. The bigger the
cause the bigger the outcome.
How your life demonstrates your hierarchy of values
What is it that energises you everyday?
Are your actions in line with your highest values?

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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 like?
If we get some clarity on our purpose we can begin to ‘accumulate good days’
The great basketball coach John Wooden said:
‘Make each day YOUR masterpiece’
What would your life be like if you did that?
Who would you spend time with?
Who would you invest your time and energy with?
In this particular show we go deep into the importance of meaning and values
Give yourself the time to sit down and really think about what you want from the game
Commit to journaling
Commit to effective reflection
Aim to develop really useful golfing SKILLS
Stay with us on the journey of possibilities

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