Show Notes:

In this episode of The Connected Instructor Podcast, host Landon Michelson dives into the transformative power of mindset coaching and hypnotherapy in golf with special guest Paul Salter. Paul, a high-performance mindset coach and hypnotherapist, shares how mental barriers often hold golfers back and how uncovering their origins can unlock true potential on and off the course.

Highlights from this Episode:

• Paul's Journey: From a competitive young athlete to a professional poker player and now a mindset coach, Paul shares his evolution and why he shifted focus to helping high performers excel.

• Golf & Poker Parallels: Discover how resilience, emotional regulation, and mindset play pivotal roles in both games.

• Overcoming Mental Hazards: Practical tips for moving from unconscious reactions to conscious responses on the course.

• The Role of Hypnotherapy: Paul explains how looking back at the origins of mental blocks can lead to breakthroughs in confidence and performance.

• Crafting Your Golf Identity: Why embodying the habits and mindset of a lower handicap golfer can transform your game.

Key Takeaways:

1. Emotional resilience is crucial in golf—learn to respond instead of react.

2. Breathwork can help shift from high emotional states to focused, logical action.

3. Visualization and regression through hypnotherapy uncover mental blocks and build self-belief.

4. Approach practice with intentionality, focusing on small, consistent improvements.

If you’re curious about leveraging mindset techniques to elevate your game or life, this episode is a must-listen.

Connect with Paul:

Website: https://thegolfhypnotherapist.com/

Social Media: @thegolfhypnotherapist/⁠

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