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Today's guest is Sean Melia, a golf writer, avid player, and creator of Bay State Golf. He's on a mission to play every course in Massachusetts and about way there.

In this episode, you will learn:

• How he quit his job teaching to go all in on writing.
• What inspired him to try and play ever course in MA.
• Tournament tips he learned for caddying at a USGA event.

And a lot more.

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Whether you're listening to this in the offseason or not, you need to learn the right skills to lower your handicap. Let's face it, golf is hard as you have to master the swing, short game, recovery shots, putting, and more. But when you're armed with the right knowledge, it'll make it easier to lower your handicap.

In this episode I'll reveal a lesson from seven of my favorite golf books to help your game:

• Zen Golf
• How I Play Golf
• Lessons from the Best
• Golf's 8-Second Secret
• Putting Out of Your Mind
• Your Short Game Solution
• The Tournament Golfer's Playbook

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Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible (“Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing”)

Learn more about mental golf coaching and shoot me an email - michael@wickedsmartgolf.com to learn more about working together this offseason.

Make sure to read Zen Golf and check out the best mental golf books to read this offseason.

Dr. Joseph Parent - the author of Zen Golf (one of the best-selling golf books of all time, more than 1M copies sold) is the latest guest on the show. This is a game changer interview that will teach you how your mind can help you on and off the golf course.

When you listen to this full interview with Dr. Parent, you will learn:

• The PAR approach behind Zen Golf.
• Why you need to stop "anyway" shots.
• How to visualize based on your learning style.
• How to plan with your head and play with your heart.
• Why you need a pre and post shot routine for every shot.
• How he started working with PGA and LPGA professionals like Vijay Singh.
• Why you need an empty cup mentality to start improving your mental game.

And so much more.

It's easy to see why Zen Golf made my list of one of the best mental golf books and one I suggest to all my coaching clients.

If you haven't yet, make sure to buy Zen Golf and Zen Putting today. And if you want to learn more about working with Dr. Parent, check out his website now.

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• Why you must never give up on a hole.
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• Tips to consider when playing in partner events.
• How to set mini goals to keep your mind motivated.
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Steal Martin Chuck's tip to practice like a pro. As he said in episode 344, “I call it three T’s—you have a technique component, a trickery component, and a test.”

This approach is brilliant for making practice more effective. Here’s an example of how to structure a 60-minute session using the three T approach:

• 10 minutes: Warm-up

• 20 minutes: Technique (block practice)

• 20 minutes: Trickery (creative practice)

• 10 minutes: Test (competitive practice)

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Martin Chuck is a top 10 golf coach rated by Golf Digest and shares a ton of wicked smart advice to help your game.

He is a renowned golf instructor with over 30 years of experience helping players of all skill levels improve their game. Known for his engaging teaching style and innovative methods, Martin is the founder of the Tour Striker Golf Academy and has worked with golfers on the PGA Tour, as well as amateurs looking to take their game to the next level.

When you listen to this episode, you will learn:

• How an interlock grip is wicked stupid.
• What it takes to play well in tournaments.
• About training aids and how to use properly.
• Why you must stop being embarrassed to play your best golf.
• How to hit a basic chip shot to save shots every round.
• The 3 T's to make each practice session wicked effective.

And a lot more. Make sure to follow Martin on Instagram and check out his products at Tour Striker Academy.

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Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun.

Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The FASTEST way to play consistent golf.

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Let's talk golf gifts... because let's get real, not all gifts are created equal.

When you listen to this episode, you will learn:

• 13 wicked smart approved golf gifts.
• 3 gifts you should buy yourself this holiday season.
• What NOT to buy, so you're a wicked smart gift giver.

And more as I take you through the best gifts that will help you (or anyone you're shopping for's) game.

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Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%)

Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun.

Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The FASTEST way to play consistent golf.

PrimePutt: The best putting mats in golf, use code “WICKEDSMART” to save 10% on your investment.

Arccos Golf - The easiest way to track and analyze your stats (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10% on sensors or grips).

Also, don’t forget to connect on social media:

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Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible (“Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing”)