Golf Sidekick shares 10 vital mindset and strategic shifts made over a decade of playing golf. Moving away from swing aesthetics, maximum distance, and handicap pressure, he explains how managing bad shots, clubbing up, choosing comfort over optimal equipment, and staying mindful leads to lower scores and more fun on the course.
Plan for where miss-hits will land and choose target lines that avoid costly double bogeys.
Prioritize smooth, pain-free swings and comfort over chasing maximum driver distance.
Club up into headwinds or hazards (e.g., hitting a easy 9-iron instead of a firm wedge) for greater control.
Set clear strategic rules before teeing off, such as taking clubs that completely take bunkers out of play.
Focus on process, decision-making, and course awareness rather than score outcome pressure.