In this powerful episode of The Golf Parent, Ryan Addams is joined by Paul Salter—performance coach, hypnotherapist, and mindset expert—to explore how the subconscious mind, emotional regulation, and daily intention shape elite performance in junior golf and life.
They break down the myths around hypnotherapy, reveal how fear of success is often more paralyzing than fear of failure, and offer practical tools for parents who want to help their kids develop mental resilience. From neuroplasticity and breathwork to identity shifts and emotional triggers, this episode is packed with insights for both athletes and parents navigating the competitive golf journey.
📌Key Takeaways:
Hypnosis is a natural state used by top athletesFear of success can sabotage performanceBreathwork and affirmations rewire the brainGolf reflects your internal worldParenting impacts subconscious beliefs in kidsEmotional ownership = personal powerSuccess without self-worth leads to burnoutThe best performers often hide the biggest inner battlesNutrition plays a key role in mental focusDaily intention can transform performance
🎯 Sponsorship:
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⏱️ Chapters:
00:00 – The Power of Hypnotherapy in Sports Performance
03:01 – Understanding Hypnosis: Myths and Realities
05:52 – The Impact of Parenting on Child Development
08:56 – Reprogramming the Mind: Techniques and Strategies
11:54 – Neuroplasticity: The Brain's Ability to Change
15:11 – Emotional Triggers in Golf: Managing the Mind
18:03 – Practical Tools for Emotional Regulation
21:07 – Fear of Failure vs. Success in Golf
26:11 – Understanding Fear: Success vs. Failure
29:45 – The Power of Process Over Outcome
32:11 – Worthy, Deserving, and Capable: The Inner Barriers
34:48 – The Dark Side of Greatness
38:59 – Nutrition's Role in Mental Performance
43:03 – The Importance of Intention in Daily Life
48:06 – Advice for Sport Parents: Cultivating Curiosity
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