The Scratch Golfer's Mindset Podcast - Hypnotherapy and Mindset Coaching for High-Performers

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SPOILER: This is a personal development and peak performance podcast disguised as a golf mindset show. This golf mindset and high-performance podcast is designed for high-achievers—on and off the course—who feel stuck, frustrated, or held back by their own thinking and are ready to do the deeper, often uncomfortable work required to play, perform, and live to their potential. Paul Salter - known as The Golf Hypnotherapist - is a High-Performance Hypnotherapist and Mindset Coach. His work blends neuroscience, performance psychology, hypnosis, and real-world coaching to facilitate true identity-level change—not quick fixes or surface-level motivation. Paul's work is focused on rewiring how you see yourself, how you respond under stress, and how you show up when the stakes are high. Each week, Paul leans on his 16 years of coaching experience working with high performers in various industries alongside the experience and expertise of top minds in the performance psychology space to provide you with the mindset shifts and actions you need to take to get out of your own way and play to your potential on (and off) the course. Whether you're trying to drop your handicap, win a club championship, earn a tour card, or scale your business to the next level, this podcast will help you do the internal work that unlocks external results—on the course and in life.

  1. #140: [Inside the Mind] Craig Domann: Play the Inside Game to Become Elite (Build an Elite Performance Mindset)

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    #140: [Inside the Mind] Craig Domann: Play the Inside Game to Become Elite (Build an Elite Performance Mindset)

    Most golfers think performance is a two-part equation: talent + hard work. Craig Domann says that's exactly why so many players stay stuck—because when results don't match effort, they start hunting for shortcuts: a new driver, a new swing coach, a new "hack" to finally feel confident. But Craig's worked with 300+ NFL athletes and coaches over 30 years, and he's seen the real separator up close: Mindset is the multiplier. Not the motivational-poster version of mindset—Craig means your story, your standards, your ability to play an inside game (you vs. you), and your capacity to detach from outcomes when the moment gets loud. This conversation is a blueprint for anyone chasing the next level—on the course, in business, and in life—especially if you've ever felt behind before you even tee it up. In this episode, you'll learn: Why mindset is the missing variable that lets you outperform your "expected" ceiling How your inner story shows up in "Olympic moments" (first tee, final holes, big meetings) The difference between playing an inside game vs. outside game (and why 90% get trapped) Why "going all-in" requires vulnerability—and how fear of judgment keeps you small The hidden enemy of elite performance: comfort, convenience, and entitlement How to use detachment to access flow when stakes, money, or validation creep in Craig's P5 framework: Preparation, Practice, Pit Crew, Preview, Process Get your pencils ready and start listening.  Apply for 1-1 Mindset and Performance Coaching: Click here to apply to work with me. P.S. Curious to learn more about the results my clients are experiencing and what they say about working with me? Read more here. More About Craig Domann Step into the mindset of the pros with Craig Domann, a seasoned NFL agent who has negotiated more than half a billion dollars in contracts for 100+ NFL Draft Picks and 300+ NFL Players. He now works with high school and college athletes, representing them for their NIL agreements.  With more than 30 years of experience guiding elite athletes and coaches, Craig has reverse-engineered the mindset that drives the best to greatness. He's developed a coaching program for coaches, athletes, executives and entrepreneurs and he is the author of Pro Mindset®: Be Your Best in Your Biggest Moments, as well as the host of the Pro Mindset® Podcast. Play to Your Potential On (and Off) the Course Schedule a Mindset Coaching Discovery Call Subscribe to the More Pars than Bogeys Newsletter Download my "Play Your Best Round" free hypnosis audio recording. High-Performance Hypnotherapy and Mindset Coaching Paul Salter - known as The Golf Hypnotherapist - is a High-Performance Hypnotherapist and Mindset Coach who leverages hypnosis and powerful subconscious reprogramming techniques to help golfers of all ages and skill levels overcome the mental hazards of their minds so they can shoot lower scores and play to their potential. He has over 16 years of coaching experience working with high performers in various industries, helping them get unstuck, out of their own way, and unlock their full potential. Click here to learn more about how high-performance hypnotherapy and mindset coaching can help you get out of your own way and play to your potential on (and off) the course.  Instagram: @thepaulsalter Key Takeaways: Mindset is the missing variable: talent + hard work is incomplete—without mindset you chase "hacks" (new driver, new coach) instead of expanding your ceiling. Your "Olympic moment" story is the real story: what you tell yourself when you're outdriven, on the first tee, or protecting a lead is what determines execution. Self-belief is built on self-love: most people carry years of "trash" and scar tissue into every round unless they learn to release it and rewrite the narrative. Elite performers play an inside game: less comparison, less social-media validation, more "me vs. me" autonomy and self-trust under pressure. Going all-in is the true price of elite: it's vulnerable (like showing your cards in poker), and most people avoid that exposure more than they want to win. Detachment unlocks flow: counting money, accolades, sponsors, or "what this means" creates interference; "nothing to lose" is why comebacks happen. Comfort competes with success: entitlement and convenience justify skipped reps; rest matters, but it must be scheduled intentionally and paired with proper pace. Key Quotes: "When you add your God given ability, plus the training and the hard work you put in, and then your mindset, you can actually outperform what people think you should be able to do." "The story that shows up in those Olympic moments… is the story we tell ourselves." "It's belief in love. It's self-belief and self-love." "They have the uncanny ability to play an inside game instead of an outside game." "To truly be elite, you've got to have the courage and the guts to go all in with no safety net." "The best place to reside is to be in the uncomfortable zone." "The story you tell yourself needs to be on that billboard… because that's your swing thought." Time Stamps: 00:00: The Foundation of Elite Performance 02:31: The Power of Mindset 05:20: Self-Belief and Self-Love 08:12: The Inside Game vs. Outside Game 10:53: Going All In: The Cost of Elite Success 13:38: The Role of Comfort and Complacency 16:10: Rest, Rejuvenation, and Sustainable Success 22:40: Finding the Right Pace for Success 24:20: Navigating Contract Negotiations 27:41: Building an Effective Inner Circle 29:07: The Role of Character in Success 32:11: Rewriting Your Story for Growth 36:21: Strategies for High-Level Performance

    53 min
  2. #139: Expanding into Excellence: The Process of Becoming More By Letting Go

    HACE 2 DÍAS

    #139: Expanding into Excellence: The Process of Becoming More By Letting Go

    There's a pressure you've been feeling lately. A quiet sense that your current results, identity, or life no longer fit who you're capable of becoming. And here's the truth most people don't want to admit: growth doesn't feel like confidence — it feels like discomfort. Expansion feels like uncertainty. It feels like being stretched. It feels like something has to change… but you're not sure what. In this episode, I break down what expansion really requires. Not just chasing bigger goals — but becoming the person capable of holding bigger goals. Because you can't expand while protecting the identity that created your current results. In this episode, you'll learn: Why growth begins with discomfort — not clarity How holding onto what's familiar is secretly suffocating your expansion Why your current identity is producing your current results The lobster molting metaphor and how it applies to your life and performance How to create energetic capacity for success through release Four powerful reflection questions to identify what you must let go of One simple but bold action step to initiate your next level If you want lower scores, greater success, more impact, more peace, or more freedom — this conversation will challenge you to let go before you level up. Expansion isn't about getting more. It's about becoming more. Get your pencils ready and start listening.  The 90-Day Golf Identity Upgrade Accelerator: This is a private 3-month coaching container designed to help serious golfers rapidly upgrade their beliefs, rewire their golf identity, and accelerate lower scores through deep subconscious transformation — not surface-level tactics. Click here to learn more and DM me "identity upgrade on Instagram (@thepaulsalter) to learn more. Spots are limited to the first 10 people.  Play to Your Potential On (and Off) the Course Schedule a Mindset Coaching Discovery Call Subscribe to the More Pars than Bogeys Newsletter Download my "Play Your Best Round" free hypnosis audio recording. High-Performance Hypnotherapy and Mindset Coaching Paul Salter - known as The Golf Hypnotherapist - is a High-Performance Hypnotherapist and Mindset Coach who leverages hypnosis and powerful subconscious reprogramming techniques to help golfers of all ages and skill levels overcome the mental hazards of their minds so they can shoot lower scores and play to their potential. He has over 16 years of coaching experience working with high performers in various industries, helping them get unstuck, out of their own way, and unlock their full potential. Click here to learn more about how high-performance hypnotherapy and mindset coaching can help you get out of your own way and play to your potential on (and off) the course.  Instagram: @thepaulsalter Key Takeaways: Growth begins with discomfort, not clarity — the pressure you feel is evidence you've outgrown your current identity. You must release before you receive — expansion requires letting go of old beliefs, habits, and commitments to create space for more. Your current identity is producing your current results — different outcomes require becoming a different person at the core. Expansion includes a period of vulnerability — temporary uncertainty is the price of increased capacity. Expansion is a lifelong cycle — pressure, release, reorganization, and greater capacity repeat at every new level. Key Quotes: "Growth does not begin with clarity. It begins with discomfort." "The life you want cannot fit inside the identity you're currently protecting." "Holding on to what is familiar suffocates growth." "The shell that once protected you eventually becomes the shell that limits you." "Expansion begins the moment you stop protecting who you were and start building who you're becoming." Time Stamps: 00:00: The Tension of Growth 02:34: Understanding Expansion 11:00: Introducing the Golf Identity Upgrade Accelerator 13:42: The Process of Letting Go 16:38: The Lobster Metaphor for Expansion 19:26: Questions for Reflection 27:08: Creating Space for New Possibilities 29:44: Taking Action Towards Expansion

    38 min
  3. #138: [Inside the Mind] Dr. Bob Winters: Building an Elite Golf Mindset for Peak Performance

    19 FEB

    #138: [Inside the Mind] Dr. Bob Winters: Building an Elite Golf Mindset for Peak Performance

    Dr. Bob Winters—The Confidence Doctor—is back for round two, and this conversation is a straight-up masterclass in what actually creates elite confidence. Because here's the truth: most golfers (and high performers) don't have an information problem. They have a compliance problem. We talk about why "positive thinking" is useless without "positive doing," how Dr. Bob uses a deceptively simple question—"Are you good?"—to expose blind spots, and why real confidence is earned through proof, not hype. We also go to a deeper place: the cost of becoming elite. The strain. The sacrifice. The quiet moments where you wonder if it's worth it. And why, for the people who truly want it, the hard is what makes it great. In this episode, you'll learn: Why "positive doing" is the missing link between ambition and results The simple question that exposes confidence… or hidden self-doubt How to stop "knowing what to do" but still not doing it What elite performers do differently when setbacks knock them down The real cost of elite confidence—and why it's worth paying How to use selective attention to train your focus (and your results) Why compliance is the separator between winners and wannabes Get your pencils ready and start listening.  P.S. Check out episode 76 for my past conversation with Dr. Bob.  P.P.S. Curious to learn more about the results my clients are experiencing and what they say about working with me? Read more here. Apply for 1-1 Mindset and Performance Coaching: Click here to apply to work with me. More About Dr. Bob Winters Dr. Robert K. Winters, affectionately known as "Dr. Bob," is an internationally renowned sports psychologist, author, and professional speaker with over 45 years of experience in the field of sports performance.  He holds a Ph.D. in Sport Psychology from the University of Virginia, along with Bachelor's and Master's degrees from Ball State University. Dr. Winters has dedicated his career to understanding the psychological components of athletic excellence, focusing on confidence development and mental toughness.  He has worked with a diverse range of athletes, including PGA and LPGA Tour professionals, collegiate teams, and junior athletes Purchase "The 10 Commandments of Mindpower Golf" Connect on Instagram - @dr.bobwinters  Play to Your Potential On (and Off) the Course Schedule a Mindset Coaching Discovery Call Subscribe to the More Pars than Bogeys Newsletter Download my "Play Your Best Round" free hypnosis audio recording. High-Performance Hypnotherapy and Mindset Coaching Paul Salter - known as The Golf Hypnotherapist - is a High-Performance Hypnotherapist and Mindset Coach who leverages hypnosis and powerful subconscious reprogramming techniques to help golfers of all ages and skill levels overcome the mental hazards of their minds so they can shoot lower scores and play to their potential. He has over 16 years of coaching experience working with high performers in various industries, helping them get unstuck, out of their own way, and unlock their full potential. Click here to learn more about how high-performance hypnotherapy and mindset coaching can help you get out of your own way and play to your potential on (and off) the course.  Instagram: @thepaulsalter Key Takeaways: Positive thinking without positive doing is emotional entertainment, not transformation. Confidence grows fastest when you collect proof—small wins, repeated, over time. "Are you good?" is a diagnostic question that reveals belief, hesitation, and identity. Most people aren't stuck because they don't know what to do—they're stuck because they won't do it consistently. Setbacks are training reps for resilience: reset, reframe, re-engage—especially in golf. Elite confidence has a cost: sacrifice, discomfort, doubt, and the willingness to keep going anyway. Compliance is the hard truth—if you won't do what you said you'd do, you're not committed, you just like the idea. Key Quotes: "I turn the improbable into possible." "We talk about positive thinking… but you have to have positive doing." "It takes a long time to learn how to play like yourself." "You do it until you become it." "We've got to get through the suck before we get through the success." "It's the hard that makes it great." "Are you doing what you said you wanted to do?" Time Stamps: 00:00: Introduction to Dr. Bob's Work 02:33: Bridging Positive Thinking and Doing 05:42: Peeling Back the Layers of Self-Discovery 08:34: The Cost of Elite Confidence 11:21: The Importance of Compliance and Accountability 14:19: The Role of Resilience in Success 17:05: The Journey of Self-Discovery and Growth 19:38: The Power of Self-Reflection 22:52: The Importance of Authenticity 25:33: The Balance of Selfishness and Self-Fullness 28:18: The Hard Work Behind Success 30:53: The Role of Truth in Personal Growth 33:39: The Mindset of Winners 36:45: Final Thoughts and Resources

    54 min
  4. #137: Elite Performance Begins Where Indecision Ends: The Cost of Indecision

    16 FEB

    #137: Elite Performance Begins Where Indecision Ends: The Cost of Indecision

    Somewhere in your life right now, indecision is costing you. There's a conversation you've been avoiding. A move in business you've been hesitating to make. A commitment to your game you keep postponing. And every single day you delay, it drains your energy, erodes your confidence, and chips away at your self-trust. In this episode of The Scratch Golfer's Mindset Podcast, I break down why indecision is one of the most destructive habits high performers fall into—and how it silently sabotages your performance on the golf course, in business, and at home. We unpack the science behind cognitive load, the Zeigarnik effect, and decision fatigue to understand why "thinking about it" is often more exhausting than simply acting. I share powerful reframes, personal examples, and practical tools to help you close open loops, reclaim your mental bandwidth, and build confidence through decisive action. In this episode, you'll learn: Why indecision creates cognitive overload and drains your mental performance How open mental loops (the Zeigarnik effect) silently exhaust your energy Why indecision is often avoidance dressed up as analysis The difference between gathering information and delaying courage How decisive action builds identity-level confidence Why "what if it works?" is the more powerful question Practical prompts to help you close the loop and act today If you're serious about becoming a scratch golfer, scaling your business, or becoming the man you know you're capable of being—this is the episode that challenges you to finally make the decision you already know needs to be made. Get your pencils ready and start listening.  P.S. Curious to get a taste of high-performance hypnotherapy and the impact it can have on your life? Click here to apply to work with me and I'll be in touch to get this call scheduled Play to Your Potential On (and Off) the Course Schedule a Mindset Coaching Discovery Call Subscribe to the More Pars than Bogeys Newsletter Download my "Play Your Best Round" free hypnosis audio recording. High-Performance Hypnotherapy and Mindset Coaching Paul Salter - known as The Golf Hypnotherapist - is a High-Performance Hypnotherapist and Mindset Coach who leverages hypnosis and powerful subconscious reprogramming techniques to help golfers of all ages and skill levels overcome the mental hazards of their minds so they can shoot lower scores and play to their potential. He has over 16 years of coaching experience working with high performers in various industries, helping them get unstuck, out of their own way, and unlock their full potential. Click here to learn more about how high-performance hypnotherapy and mindset coaching can help you get out of your own way and play to your potential on (and off) the course.  Instagram: @thegolfhypnotherapist  Key Takeaways: Indecision is not safe—it is mentally, emotionally, and financially costly. Your brain hates uncertainty. Open loops drain energy until you close them. Waiting for certainty kills momentum; decisiveness builds clarity and confidence. Indecision is often avoidance disguised as "needing more time." You become someone who trusts himself by acting like someone who trusts himself. Key Quotes: "High performers don't collapse because they make bad decisions—they collapse because they don't make decisions at all." "Indecision is avoidance dressed up as analysis." "Clarity does not come from waiting. Clarity comes from action." "Indecision accelerates mental exhaustion because it consumes energy without producing resolution." "You become someone who trusts himself by acting like someone who trusts himself." Time Stamps: 00:00: The Cost of Indecision 02:52: Understanding Indecision and Its Impact 09:42: Cognitive Load and Decision Fatigue 16:08: The Emotional Toll of Indecision 22:24: Taking Action and Building Confidence

    31 min
  5. #136: [Inside the Mind] Scott Fawcett: The Cocktail of Intangibles to Become Elite (on and off the course)

    12 FEB

    #136: [Inside the Mind] Scott Fawcett: The Cocktail of Intangibles to Become Elite (on and off the course)

    UPDATE: I have decided to start anew on Instagram. Follow me @thepaulsalter for your daily dose of high-performance wisdom, insights, and actions. In this episode, I sit down with Scott Fawcett for our third conversation—and this one goes far beyond strategy charts and strokes gained. We dig into what actually separates golfers who want to play good golf from those who are genuinely committed to winning. Scott shares unfiltered insights from working with elite players, his own experiences chasing professional golf, and the uncomfortable psychological traits that show up at the highest levels of performance. We explore obsession, selfishness, loving nerves, emotional regulation, meditation, and the hard truth that elite success often requires becoming someone most people are unwilling—or unable—to be. This conversation also weaves into life, parenting, money, identity, and how meditation and awareness prepare you for the inevitable storms both on and off the course. This is a raw, wide-ranging discussion about excellence, suffering, fulfillment, and what it really costs to pursue greatness. In this episode, you'll learn: The real mental difference between wanting to play well and being committed to winning Why elite golfers fall in love with monotony and repetition How "loving nerves" becomes a competitive advantage Why being "too nice" can quietly cap your potential How meditation builds emotional regulation under pressure Why reframing thoughts—not eliminating them—is the real work How defining success incorrectly sabotages long-term fulfillment Get your pencils ready and start listening.  P.S. Check out episode 66 and episode 88 for my past conversations with Scott.  P.P.S. Curious to learn more about the results my clients are experiencing and what they say about working with me? Read more here. Apply for 1-1 Mindset and Performance Coaching: Click here to apply to work with me. More About Scott Fawcett Scott Fawcett created the revolutionary DECADE Golf System, a data-driven course management strategy that has transformed how golfers at all levels approach the game.  With three degrees in mathematics, a background in professional golf, and a passion for poker, Scott has combined statistical analysis with real-world performance insights to help players make smarter decisions and lower their scores.  His DECADE system has been used by top PGA Tour pros, including Bryson DeChambeau and Will Zalatoris, as well as collegiate and amateur golfers seeking a strategic edge. Scott's journey includes playing collegiate golf at Texas A&M, competing professionally on mini-tours, and applying his deep understanding of analytics to optimize shot selection and on-course strategy.  Learn more about Scott and Decade Golf here. Play to Your Potential On (and Off) the Course Schedule a Mindset Coaching Discovery Call Subscribe to the More Pars than Bogeys Newsletter Download my "Play Your Best Round" free hypnosis audio recording. High-Performance Hypnotherapy and Mindset Coaching Paul Salter - known as The Golf Hypnotherapist - is a High-Performance Hypnotherapist and Mindset Coach who leverages hypnosis and powerful subconscious reprogramming techniques to help golfers of all ages and skill levels overcome the mental hazards of their minds so they can shoot lower scores and play to their potential. He has over 16 years of coaching experience working with high performers in various industries, helping them get unstuck, out of their own way, and unlock their full potential. Click here to learn more about how high-performance hypnotherapy and mindset coaching can help you get out of your own way and play to your potential on (and off) the course.  Instagram: @thepaulsalter Key Takeaways: Elite performers are wired to embrace monotony and obsessive repetition. Wanting to eliminate nerves is a losing strategy; learning to love them is essential. Being nice and being kind are not the same—and niceness often limits success. Winning requires emotional regulation, not emotional suppression. Thoughts only gain power when you attach to them and rehearse them. Meditation trains awareness that transfers directly into performance under pressure. Fulfillment comes from meaningful pursuit, not chasing pleasure or avoiding discomfort. Key Quotes: "Elite players don't try to get rid of nerves—they learn to love them." "You can't force yourself to be ruthless if it's not how you're wired." "Thoughts are just thoughts until you give them power." "If you don't meditate, you're probably meditating—just on the wrong things." "Winning isn't about outcomes; it's about getting one percent better every day." "Life is messy—and if it's not messy, it's lonely." "You're not the thinker of your thoughts; you're the observer of them." Time Stamps: 00:00: The Mental Game of Golf: Commitment vs. Desire 02:58: The Obsession with Monotony and Selfishness in Golf 05:48: Embracing Nerves: The Emotional Landscape of Winning 08:40: The Balance of Kindness and Ruthlessness in Success 11:24: Redefining Winning: Competing with Yourself 14:25: The Pursuit of Meaningful Happiness 17:30: Understanding Regret and Future Decisions 20:15: Navigating Life's Challenges and Growth 22:55: The Importance of Presence and Awareness 26:05: Meditation: A Tool for Clarity and Control 28:48: Thoughts and Their Power: The Nature of Mindfulness 31:35: The Inevitable Messiness of Life 34:26: Self-Awareness and Critical Thinking for Fulfillment 37:22: Integrating Meditation into Daily Life 40:01: The Journey of Learning and Unlearning 43:13: Final Thoughts: The Power of Thoughts

    53 min
  6. #135: The Golf Mental Game Upgrade with Paul Salter and Scott Fawcett (Decade Golf)

    9 FEB

    #135: The Golf Mental Game Upgrade with Paul Salter and Scott Fawcett (Decade Golf)

    Scott Fawcett flips the script and interviews me—Paul Salter, The Golf Hypnotherapist—to pull back the curtain on what hypnosis actually is (and what it's not), how it compares to meditation, and why so many golfers struggle with their mental game and stay stuck even when they "know what to do." We dig into the real reason consistency collapses (hint: it's not laziness), what I mean by destructive mindset programs, and how fear of next-level success quietly drives self-sabotage. I also explain memory reconsolidation—why your past isn't "over" just because you've compartmentalized it—and how releasing old emotional charge can free up energy, focus, and execution when it matters most. In this episode, you'll learn: The real difference between hypnosis and the "pocket watch" caricature Why meditation helps—but why it often isn't enough for identity-level change How fear of success can be the hidden reason you stop doing what works What "memory reconsolidation" is and how it impacts performance Why the yips and performance anxiety often have roots outside golf The difference between surface-level tools vs subconscious rewiring Why stress is often an "energy leak" from unresolved internal conflict If you've tried sports psychology, visualization, breathwork, and self-talk… and still feel like there's something deeper running the show, this conversation will connect a lot of dots. Get your pencils ready and start listening.  P.S. Curious to get a taste of high-performance hypnotherapy and the impact it can have on your life? Click here to apply to work with me and I'll be in touch to get this call scheduled Play to Your Potential On (and Off) the Course Schedule a Mindset Coaching Discovery Call Subscribe to the More Pars than Bogeys Newsletter Download my "Play Your Best Round" free hypnosis audio recording. High-Performance Hypnotherapy and Mindset Coaching Paul Salter - known as The Golf Hypnotherapist - is a High-Performance Hypnotherapist and Mindset Coach who leverages hypnosis and powerful subconscious reprogramming techniques to help golfers of all ages and skill levels overcome the mental hazards of their minds so they can shoot lower scores and play to their potential. He has over 16 years of coaching experience working with high performers in various industries, helping them get unstuck, out of their own way, and unlock their full potential. Click here to learn more about how high-performance hypnotherapy and mindset coaching can help you get out of your own way and play to your potential on (and off) the course.  Instagram: @thepaulsalter Key Takeaways: Hypnosis isn't mind control—it's a natural brain state you already enter daily. The work is simply learning to access it intentionally for change. Meditation and hypnosis overlap in brainwaves, but hypnosis adds direction. It's not just relaxing—it's targeted problem-solving and identity work. Most inconsistency is subconscious protection, not lack of discipline. When success feels unfamiliar, the mind pulls you back toward "safe" and predictable. Self-sabotage is often sneaky and cumulative. It shows up as small broken promises (sleep, meditation, workouts), not just obvious destructive behaviors. Next-level performance requires detachment from outcome. "Need to / have to / should" language is a dead giveaway you're gripping the result. Memory reconsolidation changes your relationship with the past. You don't erase memories—you drain the emotional charge so they stop hijacking the present. Your golf game carries your whole life onto the course. Unresolved family dynamics, identity pressure, and old emotional pain can create mental interference that looks like "golf problems." Key Quotes: "Hypnosis…it's not magic. It's not brainwashing. It's a natural state of mind." "If you know what to do and you're not doing it…that's a mindset problem." "Most people are afraid of next level success or being the best version of themselves." "The sneaky lowercase-s self-sabotage…is breaking the little promises you keep to yourself." "You can control your process…but not the outcome." "Memory reconsolidation is like opening a Word document and doing some editing." "You bring your whole self to the golf course…most of the stressors are completely unrelated to golf." Time Stamps: 00:00: Introduction to Podcasting and Guest Introduction 03:02: Paul Salter's Journey to Coaching and Hypnotherapy 05:52: The Role of Mindset in Performance 08:48: Hypnosis vs. Meditation: Understanding the Differences 11:45: The Flow State and Its Importance in Performance 14:34: Overcoming Self-Sabotage and Destructive Mindset Programs 17:21: Beliefs and Their Impact on Success 20:40: Memory Reconciliation and Letting Go of the Past 25:46: Understanding Memory Reconsolidation 27:33: The Impact of Traumatic Moments on Performance 29:39: Healthy Detachment and Mental Interference 31:08: The Importance of Process Over Outcome 33:07: The Role of Self-Reflection in Performance 35:03: Quality Over Quantity in Practice 37:03: Advice for Younger Self: Slow Down and Have Fun 38:56: The Value of Memories Over Material Wealth 41:28: Balancing Hard Work with Rest 43:37: The Unique Approach of Hypnosis in Performance Coaching

    57 min
  7. #134: [Inside the Mind] Collin Henderson: The 4 Levels of Confidence and Overcoming the #1 Performance Killer

    5 FEB

    #134: [Inside the Mind] Collin Henderson: The 4 Levels of Confidence and Overcoming the #1 Performance Killer

    If you've ever told yourself, "I just need to stay calm," you've been sold a half-truth. Because elite performers don't win by being calm. They win by using emotion as data—and refusing to let it drive the steering wheel. In this masterclass conversation, I sit down with Mindset and Performance Coach Collin Henderson to unpack what actually separates average performers from elite ones: not talent… not even skill… but the ability to reduce internal interference when pressure spikes—on the first tee, on the back nine, or in the biggest moments in business. We break down Collin's "4 levels of confidence," the #1 performance killer (FOPO: fear of other people's opinions), why your brain is always trying to keep you safe (even when it sabotages you), and how to build unshakable confidence through identity, self-talk, and a repeatable process. In this episode, you'll learn: Why emotional regulation isn't "staying calm," but staying in control How to perform confidently without feeling confident Collin's 4 levels of confidence—and why most people get trapped in levels 2–3 The equation that explains choking under pressure: Talent + Skill – Internal Interference How to kill FOPO and stop playing golf (and life) like you're being judged by a panel Why identity is the true ceiling—and how to change it The simple framework to shift your "don'ts" into "do's" and stop carving failure into your nervous system Get your pencils ready and start listening.  P.S. UPDATE: I have decided to start anew on Instagram. Follow me @thepaulsalter for your daily dose of high-performance wisdom, insights, and actions. P.P.S. Curious to learn more about the results my clients are experiencing and what they say about working with me? Read more here. Apply for 1-1 Mindset and Performance Coaching: Click here to apply to work with me. More About Collin Collin Henderson is the founder and CEO of Master Your Mindset, LLC, and one of today's leading voices in mental conditioning. A former two-sport Division I athlete and top-ranked medical sales professional, he left corporate success to coach elite performers full-time. Acclaimed broadcaster Jim Rome calls him "an authority of what matters most — an elite mindset." Collin has authored seven books, hosts the Master Your Mindset podcast, and has trained #1 NBA draft picks, Heisman finalists, and top performers across pro sports and Fortune 500 companies. His trainings have been utilized by organizations like Nike, Microsoft, Salesforce, Amazon, and Novartis. A proud family man and dad of five, Collin also loves Fruity Pebbles, pizza, Ted Lasso, and cute puppy videos on Instagram. Learn more about Collin by visiting his website. Play to Your Potential On (and Off) the Course Schedule a Mindset Coaching Discovery Call Subscribe to the More Pars than Bogeys Newsletter Download my "Play Your Best Round" free hypnosis audio recording. High-Performance Hypnotherapy and Mindset Coaching Paul Salter - known as The Golf Hypnotherapist - is a High-Performance Hypnotherapist and Mindset Coach who leverages hypnosis and powerful subconscious reprogramming techniques to help golfers of all ages and skill levels overcome the mental hazards of their minds so they can shoot lower scores and play to their potential. He has over 16 years of coaching experience working with high performers in various industries, helping them get unstuck, out of their own way, and unlock their full potential. Click here to learn more about how high-performance hypnotherapy and mindset coaching can help you get out of your own way and play to your potential on (and off) the course.  Instagram: @thegolfhypnotherapist  Key Takeaways: Emotions are information, not instructions; use them as data without letting them dictate behavior. You don't have to feel great to perform great; elite performers execute through uncertainty and discomfort. Most people operate with conditional confidence, while unshakable confidence commits without needing results or validation. Talent plus skill minus internal interference determines execution probability, not talent alone. Fear of other people's opinions (FOPO) quietly sabotages performance, even though others are focused on themselves. Negative self-labels reinforce a fixed identity and set a ceiling on performance. Scripted self-talk and repeatable processes prevent the mind from freelancing under pressure. Key Quotes: "Words are the language of the brain. Emotions are the language of the body."  "You don't have to feel great to perform great." "If you can't control your state, you can't control your performance."  "If you want to change your psychology, use your physiology."  "Talent plus skill minus internal interference equals execution probability."  "You never outperform your self-image."  Time Stamps: 00:00: Understanding Emotional Regulation 03:01: The Four Levels of Confidence 05:42: Building Unshakable Confidence 08:22: The Impact of Internal Interference 11:04: The Role of Identity in Confidence 13:42: Self-Talk and Performance 16:32: The Importance of Process in Golf 19:15: Cognitive Diffusion and Overcoming Interference 21:08: Reframing Self-Talk for Success 24:05: The Power of Self-Image and Self-Talk 27:52: Creating a Reset Routine for Performance 29:13: Managing Pressure and Mental Interference 32:44: Detaching Self-Worth from Results 36:40: Building a Balanced Identity 39:34: The Importance of Mindset Training 43:07: The Process of Figuring It Out

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  8. #133: My Journey to Scratch Update: January 2026 Recap

    2 FEB

    #133: My Journey to Scratch Update: January 2026 Recap

    UPDATE: I have decided to start anew on Instagram. Follow me @thepaulsalter for your daily dose of high-performance wisdom, insights, and actions. Today's episode is a candid, no-BS monthly check-in on my own golf journey—the good, the bad, and the uncomfortable middle.  Over the last 30 days, I've made more long putts and birdies than ever… and also racked up a painful number of triple bogeys. It's been frustrating, humbling, and oddly encouraging all at once. In this episode, I pull back the curtain on what's actually happening beneath the surface—technically, mentally, and emotionally—as I continue the pursuit of scratch. If you've ever felt like you're doing the work but the results aren't showing up fast enough, this one's for you. In this episode, you'll learn: Why progress often looks like "two steps forward, three steps back" before it clicks The real reason I'm hemorrhaging strokes off the tee—and how I'm fixing it How at-home putting became the biggest confidence (and scoring) game-changer The hidden cost of "playing bogey golf" as an identity and why I'm ditching it The exact process and weekly variables I'm tracking to stay committed and objective Get your pencils ready and start listening.  P.S. Curious to get a taste of high-performance hypnotherapy and the impact it can have on your life? Click here to apply to work with me and I'll be in touch to get this call scheduled Play to Your Potential On (and Off) the Course Schedule a Mindset Coaching Discovery Call Subscribe to the More Pars than Bogeys Newsletter Download my "Play Your Best Round" free hypnosis audio recording. High-Performance Hypnotherapy and Mindset Coaching Paul Salter - known as The Golf Hypnotherapist - is a High-Performance Hypnotherapist and Mindset Coach who leverages hypnosis and powerful subconscious reprogramming techniques to help golfers of all ages and skill levels overcome the mental hazards of their minds so they can shoot lower scores and play to their potential. He has over 16 years of coaching experience working with high performers in various industries, helping them get unstuck, out of their own way, and unlock their full potential. Click here to learn more about how high-performance hypnotherapy and mindset coaching can help you get out of your own way and play to your potential on (and off) the course.  Instagram: @thegolfhypnotherapist  Key Takeaways: Progress isn't linear—breakthroughs and breakdowns often coexist in the same season. Consistency in fundamentals beats chasing new fixes when pressure exposes old patterns. Putting confidence can save rounds, momentum, and belief—even when ball-striking lags. Playing "bogey golf" as an identity can quietly cap your potential and reinforce settling. Real improvement requires patience, repetition, and staying committed when results feel delayed. Key Quotes: "I'm making more birdies than ever—and also more triple bogeys. Frustrating, to say the least." "If it feels comfortable, it's probably wrong—because comfort is usually my old pattern." "Putting has saved me more strokes than any swing thought ever has." "I caught myself playing not to screw up instead of playing to execute—and I'm done with that." "This game isn't just exposing my swing; it's exposing where I'm still settling." Time Stamps: 00:00: Paul's Golf Journey: A 30-Day Reflection 04:48: Setting Goals and Tracking Progress 10:05: Lessons Learned: Alignment and Technique 17:37: Overcoming Mental Barriers and Course Management 23:51: Commitment to Consistency and Practice 26:38: Looking Ahead: Future Goals and Mindset

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SPOILER: This is a personal development and peak performance podcast disguised as a golf mindset show. This golf mindset and high-performance podcast is designed for high-achievers—on and off the course—who feel stuck, frustrated, or held back by their own thinking and are ready to do the deeper, often uncomfortable work required to play, perform, and live to their potential. Paul Salter - known as The Golf Hypnotherapist - is a High-Performance Hypnotherapist and Mindset Coach. His work blends neuroscience, performance psychology, hypnosis, and real-world coaching to facilitate true identity-level change—not quick fixes or surface-level motivation. Paul's work is focused on rewiring how you see yourself, how you respond under stress, and how you show up when the stakes are high. Each week, Paul leans on his 16 years of coaching experience working with high performers in various industries alongside the experience and expertise of top minds in the performance psychology space to provide you with the mindset shifts and actions you need to take to get out of your own way and play to your potential on (and off) the course. Whether you're trying to drop your handicap, win a club championship, earn a tour card, or scale your business to the next level, this podcast will help you do the internal work that unlocks external results—on the course and in life.

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