Golf Technique

Recently, I posted an update and tips related to the Positive Golf Improvement Project I had chosen for this year (see May 12, 2008 posting). This post is for the purpose of giving an update and tips related to the projects chosen by my wife, which were first shared here in January 2008. As a [...]

This week, I am inspired to give Positive Golf Kudos to my cousin Carol Semple Thompson. On Monday, November 10, Carol is going to be inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame in the Lifetime Achievement Category. I am truly bursting with pride at this recognition, not only because she is my cousin but [...]

One of the great things about the mental game is that you can easily practice skills to strengthen it, even when you aren’t on the course, including during the days, weeks, or even months between rounds, which may be the case right now for some people in colder climates. The real key, however, is not [...]

I like to pass along inspiring stories, videos, and quotes that give a motivational “boost,” especially at the beginning of a new year. This clip is about a fellow with an exceptional example of a positive mental attitude. He takes “can-do” to a whole new level and sheds light on the wise old saying, “fall [...]

“Positive Practice” is an excellent concept that has helped me experience greater success in my golf improvement. Positive Practice is practice that is organized and focused on specific golf improvement goals rather than just “hitting balls” for an hour or two. What sets it apart is that it has action and direction, like drills and [...]

One of the Positive Golf practices that I regularly recommend to new and experienced players alike is to have a Positive Golf mentor – someone who exhibits strong mental golf skills, smart practice and playing, and an enthusiasm and respect for the game. It may be a playing partner, someone you regularly observe at the [...]

While I continually practice using mental golf techniques and other Positive Golf ideas in all aspects of my game, I also pick one area for particular focus as my Positive Golf Improvement Project for the year. This practice gives structure and focus to my improvement efforts and helps to keep me from getting overwhelmed and [...]

As the unseasonably warm weather turns cold and snowy in the Northeast, I leave the course for a little while and reflect back on this past season and the Positive Golf Improvement Project for the year. My Positive Golf Improvement Project for 2009 – achieving better balance (see original posting on April 4, 2009) – [...]