Ep 12: The Lull

Mental Challenges

Mike Shade and Eli Strait explore the mental challenges they face on the golf course, particularly how pressure affects their performance. Mike shares an experience where removing the pressure of scoring led to a remarkable improvement in his game, highlighting the mental barriers they encounter 1. Eli suggests that they need to focus on mental strategies, possibly by consulting a sports psychologist or reading relevant books 2.

The moment the scoring was taken off the table, it was the stripe show.

--- Mike Shade

They even consider reaching out to their listeners for advice on handling pressure, emphasizing the importance of mental preparation in golf.

   

Mindset Strategies

The duo discusses potential strategies to improve their mental game, including seeking help from a sports psychologist or exploring mindset-focused literature. Eli humorously suggests that even someone with basic psychology knowledge might offer valuable insights 2. Mike reflects on how his performance improves when he focuses on the process rather than the outcome, indicating a need for a shift in mindset 1.

I think our next episode needs to be a mental episode.

--- Eli Strait

They acknowledge their mental frailties and express a willingness to try anything that might help them overcome these challenges.