Sometimes life gets in the way. You can't expect everything to go right. Life isn't up to your plan. Last night a little bit of life got in the way. I woke up exhausted, and with a splitting headache. I had my awesome orange plaid shorts on so I chose it was gonna be a good day. I still had some work to do. I played some really steady, good golf. Made a lot of putts (thank you Eli!!) and hit some great shots. I had a ton of fun out there. Ended up shooting -1, 70 for the day. We sped around the course, having to wait for two groups at the turn.
If you were to ask what the difference was between yesterday and today, I would say: 6 inches. Between my ears. My mental attitude/confidence was so much better than yesterday. I knew the putts were going to drop, I knew I would hit it close, yadda yadda. It's a fantastic feeling! Sometimes, I get caught up in being technical, way too much than I would like, when I just need to feel the putt and trust my stroke and just let it go.
Went to the gym after I played and routinely kicked my own butt. I tend to take it out on myself when I play bad. Today's case was yesterday's poor performance that could lead to a missed cut.
Saw the movie Salt which was pretty good. I am such a sucker for a good action flick. It could be an average movie to others but I'd love it. I just like the adrenaline rush and trying to figure out the plot.
Just saw that I made the cut, so I'm sure I'll be sore tomorrow. Oops.
Showing posts with label Mental Game. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Mental Game. Show all posts
Saturday, July 31, 2010
Friday, July 2, 2010
"Climbing Mountains"
"You know, high achievers are a lot like mountain climbers.
When you think about mountain climbing, maybe your stomach does a
little flip-flop, like mine. But, you know, people who are
successful in life are really a lot like mountain climbers. They
don't start out climbing Mount Everest. Instead, they train and
practice on smaller slopes until they build the skills and
confidence to move on to bigger challenges.
When they choose a goal, they map out a plan and, as much as
possible, they follow it. They equip themselves as well as they
possibly can and they learn from the competition. They fully expect
to run into problems, so when they do, it doesn't throw them. They
deal with them as best they can and move on.
They keep their fear and negative thinking under control because
they know that these things will defeat them more certainly than
any avalanche. They also understand the importance of persistence
and tenacity. And finally, every now and then they bite off a
little more than they are absolutely certain they can chew.
Like a mountain climber friend of mine once said, when there's no
place to go but up, you go up.
Now, you may not want to conquer Everest, but I'll bet there's a
mountain in your life just calling out to be climbed. And, you
know, I'll bet you can do it."
Brian Willis
CEO (Chief Excellence Officer), Winning Mind Training Inc.
www.winningmindtraining.com
When you think about mountain climbing, maybe your stomach does a
little flip-flop, like mine. But, you know, people who are
successful in life are really a lot like mountain climbers. They
don't start out climbing Mount Everest. Instead, they train and
practice on smaller slopes until they build the skills and
confidence to move on to bigger challenges.
When they choose a goal, they map out a plan and, as much as
possible, they follow it. They equip themselves as well as they
possibly can and they learn from the competition. They fully expect
to run into problems, so when they do, it doesn't throw them. They
deal with them as best they can and move on.
They keep their fear and negative thinking under control because
they know that these things will defeat them more certainly than
any avalanche. They also understand the importance of persistence
and tenacity. And finally, every now and then they bite off a
little more than they are absolutely certain they can chew.
Like a mountain climber friend of mine once said, when there's no
place to go but up, you go up.
Now, you may not want to conquer Everest, but I'll bet there's a
mountain in your life just calling out to be climbed. And, you
know, I'll bet you can do it."
Brian Willis
CEO (Chief Excellence Officer), Winning Mind Training Inc.
www.winningmindtraining.com
Friday, March 26, 2010
Exciting News + Update
First of all, I am proud to announce a new partnership with LEFT HAND BREWING COMPANY. I am so excited about this as it something I love from my hometown and cannot wait to promote around the country! I will be sporting their logo on my hat, as well as my shirt. Thank you Left Hand for your support!!
Things have been going great lately. I spent some time on the course on Tuesday before it snowed. A quick nine holes followed by some technique on the range until it started raining sideways. Since, I have been writing some sponsor letters, and honing my mental game. I finally finished Your 15th Club. In the book it says to write down affirmations so I have been compiling something that I can take on the road but still colorfully displays the positive things that should be flowing through my brain at all times. By reading them every day, it is a small reminder what I am supposed to be focused on while I practice/play.
My new sticks should be here any day. I got my balls and gloves on Tuesday. I am so excited to get them and take them down to Robert so he can fix them up for competition. It will depend on how they perform on the golf course if I will take them down to Texas. The FUTURES Tour does require conforming grooves but the actual rule isn't in effect until July.
The countdown is just a mere 22 days away. I will be doing the drive in two days, stopping and relaxing in Ft. Worth with my best friend for a day/dinner to hang out and catch up. I will need to stop anyway becuase the drive is 22.5 hours. Yikes!
What I am reading: Half Broke Horses by Jeannette Walls
What I am listening to: Mercy Me - Spoken For
Things have been going great lately. I spent some time on the course on Tuesday before it snowed. A quick nine holes followed by some technique on the range until it started raining sideways. Since, I have been writing some sponsor letters, and honing my mental game. I finally finished Your 15th Club. In the book it says to write down affirmations so I have been compiling something that I can take on the road but still colorfully displays the positive things that should be flowing through my brain at all times. By reading them every day, it is a small reminder what I am supposed to be focused on while I practice/play.
My new sticks should be here any day. I got my balls and gloves on Tuesday. I am so excited to get them and take them down to Robert so he can fix them up for competition. It will depend on how they perform on the golf course if I will take them down to Texas. The FUTURES Tour does require conforming grooves but the actual rule isn't in effect until July.
The countdown is just a mere 22 days away. I will be doing the drive in two days, stopping and relaxing in Ft. Worth with my best friend for a day/dinner to hang out and catch up. I will need to stop anyway becuase the drive is 22.5 hours. Yikes!
What I am reading: Half Broke Horses by Jeannette Walls
What I am listening to: Mercy Me - Spoken For
Friday, March 5, 2010
One Great Philosophy
"Strive to be the best that you can be in your life and your pursuits. Make a commitment to always be better tomorrow than today. Accept that failure is part of life and is an opportunity to find a better way of doing things. Accept that the pursuit of excellence is a life long exciting journey of continual improvement and constant positive change. Pursue your dreams and your passions."
-Brian Willis CEO, Winning Mind Training Inc.
-Brian Willis CEO, Winning Mind Training Inc.
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