The Mental Golf Show

Josh Nichols
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The Mental Golf Show is all about helping serious golfers translate their game when it matters. Host Josh Nichols — a U.S. Mid-Amateur finalist and Golf Mental Coach — has spent years investigating one question: why do good players struggle to access their best game under real conditions? Through in-depth conversations with players, coaches, and performance experts — plus solo topical episodes breaking down what he’s learned — Josh investigates the gap between a golfer’s potential and what actually shows up on the course.

  1. 2d ago

    308: How to Handle Challenges on the Golf Course Like a Pro

    👉 Take the free Mental Game Assessment: https://app.joshnicholsgolf.com/assessment 38 questions, less than 5 minutes. You’ll get your Mental Game Index (your handicap index, but for your mental game) plus strokes gained for each mental game trait. ----   Your driver cracks on the range the morning of the club championship. You hit it in the trees. Play gets suspended. Terrible luck, right? Maybe not. In this episode I tell the story of a golfer whose answer to every break, good or bad, was two words: “We’ll see.” A cracked driver, a rolled ankle, a lightning delay, and a lead going into the final round. None of it meant what his playing partners thought it meant.   In this episode: • Why labeling what happens as good or bad is just guessing • How golfers get careless after good breaks and tight after bad ones • What acceptance actually is on the golf course, and what it isn’t

  2. Oct 20

    307: The Feel Fix: What to Do When Your Round Starts Going Bad

    I get on-course with Mike from Chasing Scratch to talk through his thoughts on, well, his thoughts. We work through his process of how he manages his swing thoughts on the course. Mike is a great player and has improved a ton through gaining a better understanding of his own golf game.   -----   Mentioned in this episode:   📊 FREE Mental Game Assessment: app.joshnicholsgolf.com/assessment - identify your mental strengths and areas for mental game improvement. 👨🏻‍🏫 1-on-1 Mental Coaching with Josh: Visit joshnicholsgolf.com/coaching to see plans and pricing to work with Josh on your mental game.   -----   Top episodes of The Mental Golf Show:   Mike & Eli of Chasing Scratch - Letting Scratch Happen How to Trust Your Swing even when things are Going Wrong Golf Thought Thursday: The Easiest (and Hardest) Way to Play Better Golf Lean Into Your Golf Personality with John Weir (creator of Mental Golf Type) How to Juggle Golf and Life with Andy Walker and Steve Hinks

  3. Oct 13

    306: Karl Morris - Why Golfers Struggle to Build True Confidence

    In this episode, performance coach Karl Morris shares insights on how perception, mental models, and understanding the nature of golf can transform your game. Discover practical exercises and mental shifts to access your skills and enjoy golf more. Key topics (AI-generated 🤖) - The importance of accepting bad shots as part of golf - Using intention to improve golf interaction - Changing perception to reduce threat response - The concept of 'skill access' versus 'skill development' - The role of mental stories and beliefs in golf performance - Practical exercises to reframe bad shots and pressure situations - The analogy of golf as a made-up game like Monopoly - The impact of perception on access to skills during play - The importance of simplicity and focus in the mental game - How to question and redefine your relationship with golf   --   Mentioned in this episode: 📊 FREE Mental Game Assessment: app.joshnicholsgolf.com/assessment - identify your mental strengths and areas for mental game improvement. 👕 William Murray - Get the best looking and best fitting clothes in the game 15% off! 👨🏻‍🏫 1-on-1 Mental Coaching with Josh: Visit joshnicholsgolf.com/coaching to see plans and pricing to work with Josh on your mental game.

  4. Oct 6

    305: Manuel Elvira - Big Moments, Imposter Syndrome, and How to Gain Confidence Even When You Lose

    Just a few weeks ago, Manuel Elvira was tied for the lead going into the final hole of the BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth after making eagle on the 71st hole. Some would say he collapsed on the 72nd hole. But how does Manuel feel about it? What can you learn from his experience? Key topics from this episode (AI-generated 🤖) - Imposter syndrome and proving you belong - Handling pressure and nerves during critical shots - Mental routines and relaxation techniques - Learning from setbacks and maintaining confidence - The importance of commitment and decision-making - Balancing performance and mental health in sports   -----   Mentioned in this episode:   📊 FREE Mental Game Assessment - app.joshnicholsgolf.com/assessment - identify your mental strengths and areas for mental game improvement. 👕 William Murray - Get the best looking and best fitting clothes in the game 15% off! ⛳️ PutterCup - Get 15% off your PutterCup order by going to puttercupgolf.com/mentalgolfshow and signing up for the PutterCup newsletter. 👨🏻‍🏫 1-on-1 Mental Coaching with Josh: Visit joshnicholsgolf.com/coaching to see plans and pricing to work with Josh on your mental game.   -----   Top episodes of The Mental Golf Show: Mike & Eli of Chasing Scratch - Letting Scratch Happen How to Trust Your Swing even when things are Going Wrong Golf Thought Thursday: The Easiest (and Hardest) Way to Play Better Golf Lean Into Your Golf Personality with John Weir (creator of Mental Golf Type) How to Juggle Golf and Life with Andy Walker and Steve Hinks

  5. Sep 29

    304: Jim Waldron - Stop Fighting Your Thoughts: A Better Way to Play Under Pressure

    Jim Waldron (balancepointgolf.com) works remotely with golfers around the world on yips and general mental game coaching. He also teaches full swing, short game, and putting mechanics. In this conversation with Jim Waldron we talk through controlling your attention, managing stress, and developing a resilient mindset to improve performance under pressure. Here are the key topics we cover in this episode (AI-generated 🤖) - The role of self-image and ego in performance - Controlling consciousness like a flashlight - The “snow globe” analogy for a stressed mind - Deep acceptance and non-resistance to thoughts - The importance of routine and focus in golf - The concept of good stress and its benefits - The difference between internal and external focus - The impact of life outside golf on mental state - Strategies to develop meta-awareness - The importance of living in the present moment   -----   Mentioned in this episode:   📊 FREE Mental Game Assessment: app.joshnicholsgolf.com/assessment - identify your mental strengths and areas for mental game improvement. 🎓 The Perfect Pre-Shot Routine digital course - Dial in your pre-shot routine, play your best golf. 🎯 Shot Pattern - The Golf GPS App Designed to Help You Play Smarter Golf - Start a free trial and get 20% off by using the discount code 'MENTALGOLFSHOW' or click this link to go straight there. 👨🏻‍🏫 1-on-1 Mental Coaching with Josh: Visit joshnicholsgolf.com/coaching to see plans and pricing to work with Josh on your mental game.   -----   Top episodes of The Mental Golf Show: Mike & Eli of Chasing Scratch - Letting Scratch Happen How to Trust Your Swing even when things are Going Wrong Golf Thought Thursday: The Easiest (and Hardest) Way to Play Better Golf Lean Into Your Golf Personality with John Weir (creator of Mental Golf Type) How to Juggle Golf and Life with Andy Walker and Steve Hinks

  6. Sep 22

    303: Gary Wise - Hard Acceptance, Flow and Zone, and How to Deal with Bad Rounds

    Gary Wise has been working with golfers for decades on their swings and their minds, and is the author of No Junk Reps.   In this episode we discuss: Mental management and mindset in sports and life The importance of routines and rehearsals in performance Perception and acceptance as tools for resilience The concept of adaptive performance state (APS) Training the mind and body for flow and zone states   -----   Mentioned in this episode: 👕 William Murray - Get the best looking and best fitting clothes in the game 15% off! 🎓 The Next Shot digital course - Get Module 1 for FREE! - Move on from the last shot and be more present on the next one. 📊 FREE Mental Game Assessment: app.joshnicholsgolf.com/assessment - identify your mental strengths and areas for mental game improvement.   -----   Top episodes of The Mental Golf Show: Mike & Eli of Chasing Scratch - Letting Scratch Happen How to Trust Your Swing even when things are Going Wrong Golf Thought Thursday: The Easiest (and Hardest) Way to Play Better Golf Lean Into Your Golf Personality with John Weir (creator of Mental Golf Type) How to Juggle Golf and Life with Andy Walker and Steve Hinks

  7. Sep 15

    302: Jared Tendler - Handling Pressure, Good Swing Thoughts, and Building Mental Resilience

    Join the October Group Coaching Cohort! More info here: https://joshnicholsgolf.com/group/ ----- Jared Tendler (author of his new book Everyday Golf Psychology) joins the pod to talk about: the importance of working on your weaknesses first how the different aspects of your game all have different A-B-C-games how to objectively measure your mental game handling pressure building mental resilience seeking discomfort and how to keep play and practice in their proper places Jared first appeared on the podcast way back in April 2021, so it's awesome having him back on. I really like the way Jared thinks about the mental game. I know you'll enjoy this one. https://jaredtendler.com/ ----- Mentioned in this episode: 👕 William Murray - Get the best looking and best fitting clothes in the game 15% off! ⛳️ PutterCup: Get 15% off your PutterCup order by going to puttercupgolf.com/mentalgolfshow and signing up for the PutterCup newsletter. 📊 FREE Mental Game Assessment: app.joshnicholsgolf.com/assessment - identify your mental strengths and areas for mental game improvement. ----- Top 5 episodes of The Mental Golf Show: Mike & Eli of Chasing Scratch - Letting Scratch Happen How to Trust Your Swing even when things are Going Wrong Golf Thought Thursday: The Easiest (and Hardest) Way to Play Better Golf Lean Into Your Golf Personality with John Weir (creator of Mental Golf Type) How to Juggle Golf and Life with Andy Walker and Steve Hinks

  8. Sep 8

    301: How to Know You're Committed On the Shot

    Want to join the Mental Game Group Coaching Cohort? More info here: https://joshnicholsgolf.com/group/ Commitment to the golf shot is comprised of two key checks: Do I KNOW what I'm trying to do Do I LIKE what I'm trying to do In this episode, we develop a framework for getting to a clear, final commitment to the shot. No more hitting indecisive shots. ----- Take the FREE Mental Game Assessment: https://app.joshnicholsgolf.com/assessment Work on moving on from bad shots here: https://app.joshnicholsgolf.com/courses/the-next-shot

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The Mental Golf Show is all about helping serious golfers translate their game when it matters. Host Josh Nichols — a U.S. Mid-Amateur finalist and Golf Mental Coach — has spent years investigating one question: why do good players struggle to access their best game under real conditions? Through in-depth conversations with players, coaches, and performance experts — plus solo topical episodes breaking down what he’s learned — Josh investigates the gap between a golfer’s potential and what actually shows up on the course.

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  • Creator
    Josh Nichols
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    308
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © FoundationsMP
  • Show Website
    The Mental Golf Show

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