#67: Understanding Hypnosis: The What, How, and Why Behind Using Hypnosis to Achieve Your Potential

You’re getting very, very sleepy…

When I snap my fingers, you’ll cluck like a chicken…

Okay - not so fast.

In today’s episode of The Scratch Golfer’s Mindset Podcast, we’re we’re diving deep into the world of hypnosis - what it is, what it isn’t, and why it’s a powerful tool for someone like you looking to unlock your potential on - and off - the course.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• The truth about hypnosis and how it differs from stage hypnosis.
• Why 95% of your beliefs were formed before age seven - and how to rewire them.
• The role of theta brainwaves and neuroplasticity in lasting transformation.
• How hypnosis can enhance confidence, focus, and emotional resilience on the course.
• How hypnosis helps golfers eliminate fear, self-doubt, and mental blocks.
• The difference between guided hypnosis, self-hypnosis, and 1-on-1 hypnotherapy.

If you’ve ever struggled with nerves, inconsistency, or mental barriers in your game, this episode is for you. Hypnosis is not mind control - it’s a natural state that allows you to reshape limiting beliefs, eliminate self-sabotage, and tap into your best golf.

Tune in and discover how hypnosis can help you play to your potential both on and off the course!

Get your pencils ready and start listening. 

Click here to read my Ultimate Guide to Golf Hypnosis.

1-1 High-Performance Hypnotherapy and Mindset Coaching: If you’re serious about getting out of your own way and playing to your potential, click here to schedule a Mindset Coaching Discovery Call to learn how I can help you make playing to your potential a habit. 

Ready to get a taste of hypnosis? Click here to choose from one of my unique hypnosis audios to help you accelerate improvement in a specific area of your game.

Play to Your Potential On (and Off) the Course

1. Schedule a Mindset Coaching Discovery Call
2. Subscribe to the More Pars than Bogeys Newsletter
3. 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 

Twitter: @parsoverbogeys

Key Takeaways:

• Your subconscious controls 95% of your behavior. Most belief