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Think Above Par | Your Mental Caddy for Golf Mindset & Performance

by Kathy Hart Wood

Serious golfer? You know you’ve got the talent—but your brain keeps getting in the way. Think Above Par helps you master the mental game of golf, stop overthinking, and quit worrying about what others think on the course so you can play calm, confident, and consistent golf every round. If you’re a serious golfer who knows you’re leaving shots out on the course, Think Above Par is your go-to podcast for mastering the mental game of golf. Hosted by Kathy Hart —a former Tour player, Top 50 Teacher, and Certified Mental Coach—each episode helps you strengthen your golf mindset, manage pressure, and play calm, confident, and consistent golf. You’ll discover why you underperform under pressure, how to stop overthinking your swing, and what to do when you’re worried about what others think on the golf course. Whether you struggle with performance anxiety, perfectionism, or negative self-talk, Kathy shares proven mental-game tools to help you unlock your talent, enjoy the game again, and lower your golf scores. Learn how to think above par—so you can play below par. Subscribe now to your weekly dose of golf mindset coaching and start transforming your golf brain today.

Latest episodes

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What Your Golf Game Reveals About You: The Mental Patterns You Bring to the Course

What if the way you think on the golf course isn't just a golf problem? The patterns you practice in everyday life often come with you to the course. Perfectionism.

Sep 30
13 min

How to Get More Out of Your Golf Lessons

Taking a golf lesson is one thing. Getting the most out of it is another. In this episode of Think Above Par, I’m talking about the mental side of golf instruction—how t

Sep 23
14 min

Why Playing More Golf Isn’t Lowering Your Handicap

Does playing more golf actually make you a better golfer? Not necessarily. In this episode of Think Above Par, Kathy explains the important difference between practicing

Sep 16
11 min

Why You’re More Irritable on the Golf Course Some Days

Why can you handle a bad shot one day—but completely lose it over the same shot another day? It may have less to do with your golf and more to do with your capacity. In

Sep 9
14 min

You Can Make a Mistake and Still Play Great Golf

Have you ever stepped onto the golf course thinking, “I can’t afford to make a mistake today”? It may feel true—especially during a qualifier, club championship, or impo

Sep 2
10 min

7 Course Management Tips to Save Shots Without Changing Your Swing

Want to save shots without rebuilding your golf swing? Start managing the hole in front of you. In this episode, I’m sharing some of the simple course-management lessons

Aug 20
13 min

“I’m So Fricking Proud”: A Real Golf Mindset Transformation

This is a clip from a live coaching call inside the Your Mental Caddy community — not a scripted interview, just a real conversation about what mental transformation on t

Aug 12
14 min

How to Avoid Big Numbers on the Golf Course

Blow-up holes usually don’t come from one bad shot. They come from what you do next. In this episode, I’m breaking down the four reasons big numbers happen and how to sto

Aug 5
11 min

Putting Yips: What Causes Them and How to Fix Them.

Got the putting yips and wondering how to fix them? In this episode, I’m breaking down what causes the putting yips—from wonky mechanics and inconsistent routines to fear

Jul 29
18 min

How to Choose Better Thoughts on the Golf Course

Golfers say a lot of things—to themselves and to each other—and sometimes those “helpful” comments create more doubt than confidence. In this episode, I’m talking about

Jul 22
13 min

Stop Trying to Focus for 18 Holes

Ever feel like you should be able to stay focused for all 18 holes? Yeah… good luck with that. In this episode, I’m giving you permission to stop trying to focus for fo

Jul 8
9 min

How to Settle Into Your Round Faster

Ever feel like it takes three, four, or even five holes before you finally feel like yourself on the golf course? In this episode of Think Above Par, I'm talking ab

Jul 1
12 min

The 3 Questions Every Golfer Should Ask After a Round

What if your next breakthrough on the golf course isn’t happening during your round—but after it? In this episode, I’m sharing an excerpt from a live coaching session in

Jun 24
15 min

Why You Always Get Bad Breaks in Golf

Do you feel like you're always getting the bad breaks on the golf course? The tree kick that goes out of bounds. The putt that lips out. The weather that seems to t

Jun 17
7 min

Why Golf Gets Hard Again (Even When You're Playing Well)

Ever feel like you finally figured golf out... and then the game gets hard again? In this episode, I explain why that's completely normal. Golf isn't a problem

Jun 10
8 min

The Hidden Pace Problem in Golf

Ever notice how some golfers seem to be playing in fast-forward while others move like they're on a Sunday stroll? In this episode, I'm sharing a simple analog

Jun 3
10 min

How to Shift Your Energy During a Bad Golf Round

Have you ever noticed how quickly the energy in your foursome can affect your golf game? One frustrated player, one bad hole, one negative mood—and suddenly everybody’s s

May 27
11 min

The 5 Moments Your Golf Brain Costs You Shots

Most golfers think they lose shots because of their swing. But if your swing was working on the range… chances are it’s not your swing costing you strokes on the course.

May 20
9 min

The Mental Game Tip Golfers Will Actually Use

What if golfers could get mental game help right before they tee off… without having to read a book, hire a coach, or admit they’re “in their head”? 😏 In this episode, I

May 13
9 min

The 3 Biggest Mental Game Lies in Golf

You’ve probably heard this advice before:  “Just stay positive.”  “Don’t think so much.”  “Confidence comes from playing well.” Sounds right… but it’s not. In this epis

May 6
8 min

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I love listening to Kathy’s podcasts. She has great topics that pertain to all levels of golfers. As a fellow teaching professional I am always trying to express some of her insights to my own students. She gives great information that I can share with them. I love that they are less than 15-20 minutes long as well. (I can only focus that long anymore ) I only wish I had had something like this to help me when I was a younger player it would have made a huge difference in my game. It actually has me playing better now than I ever have. Keep Up the good work Kathy. I’m spreading your words of wisdom and your podcast to all my members.

Icontnamecot · Apr 2024

Once I found Kathy’s podcast I listened to all the earlier episodes and it really help my mental game! Now I look forward to each Wednesday to listen to the latest advice.

Theccbaker · Feb 2023

Listening to Kathy’s podcasts have been as helpful or even more helpful than my lessons and equipment upgrades. I am an older golfer and have been playing about 5 years. I have learned to be aware of my focus, help to calm myself before teeing off and generally feeling good and bringing “my best self” to the course. I started posting scores this year for a handicap and I use it as a tracking tool without being overly focused on a number. Great stuff!!

happiereview · Oct 2022

Every week Kathy delivers sage wisdom that can be applied not only to golf but life. Above Par is a must for everyone that wants to level up their mental game

tthymius · Sep 2022

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