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Think Above Par | Your Mental Caddy for Golf Mindset & Performance

Kathy Hart Wood
Golf
Mental Health
Mindset
Self-Coaching
Golf Performance
Anxiety
Mental Skills
Competitions
Competition
Aging
Life Skills
Self-Talk
Worry
Course Conditions
Swing Mechanics
Entitlement
Emotional Management
Mental Game
Mindfulness
Trust Issues

Serious golfer? You know you’ve got the talent—but your brain keeps getting in the way. Think Above Par helps you master the mental game of golf, stop overthinking, and quit worrying about what others think on the course so you can play calm, confident, and consistent golf every round.

If you’re a serious golfer who knows you’re leaving shots out on the course, Think Above Par is your go-to podcas... more

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Recent Guests

Karl Pelli
Golf enthusiast and client of Kathy Hart
Episode: From 21 to 11 Handicap: How Golf Mental Game Tools Transformed His Life (Not Just His Score)
Karen Rainey
Client of Kathy, experienced golfer applying mental coaching strategies
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Episode: How This Golfer Transformed Her Mental Game and Her Golf
Suzy Whaley
Pioneer for women in golf, first female president of the PGA of America.
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Episode: Breaking Golf Barriers: A Conversation with Suzy Whaley

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Kathy Hartwood
Host of Think Above Par; former Tour player, Top 50 Teacher, and Certified Mental Coach. Focuses on golf mindset, performance under pressure, and practical on-course strategies.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 175 ratings
  • really helpful

    Thankyou Kathy ( from Melbourne, Australia)

    I really look forward to your tips and the light hearted delivery.

    A great podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NCFRawls
    Australia3 months ago
  • Love this podcast

    I can’t speak highly enough of this podcast. I’ve been a listener for a few years, listened to most of them several times and shared them with many of my golfer friends. Kathy is so relatable. No fancy, intimidating language - just good plain English with a bit of humour thrown in. These podcasts definitely give food for thought

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sh4rry
    New Zealand3 months ago
  • Good but presentation needs work

    Good content but the silly giggling is highly irritating and not professional.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Dr Green MD
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • The Perfect Amount of Information

    I love listening to Kathy’s podcasts. She has great topics that pertain to all levels of golfers. As a fellow teaching professional I am always trying to express some of her insights to my own students. She gives great information that I can share with them. I love that they are less than 15-20 minutes long as well. (I can only focus that long anymore ) I only wish I had had something like this to help me when I was a younger player it would have made a huge difference in my game. It actually ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Icontnamecot
    United States2 years ago
  • Great mental tips!

    Kathy is a wealth of knowledge on the mental side of golf! Her content will help you succeed on & off the course. Keep up the great work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Inspire Success
    United States2 years ago

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Audience notes the host's clear, relatable delivery and no-nonsense coaching style.
Listeners praise practical, easy-to-apply mental tips that boost on-course performance.
Fans frequently mention how mindset work translates to life beyond golf and improves confidence.

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Apple Podcasts
#62
United States/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#64
Canada/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#126
United Kingdom/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#120
Australia/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#13
Philippines/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#36
China/Sports/Golf

Talking Points

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The 55 Thoughts Every Golfer Has (You’re Not Alone)
Q: What would be your biggest mental challenge?
Kathy encourages listeners to identify their most significant mental hurdle on the golf course and seek ways to shift that for a better experience.
How to Stop Swinging When Not Focused or Ready - Q and A
Q: Why can I focus and pull off tough recovery shots but struggle with regular 7-iron shots?
You may snap into deeper focus during challenging shots due to a sense of urgency, whereas you might become lax and less intentional over easier shots.
How to Stop Swinging When Not Focused or Ready - Q and A
Q: What tips and tricks do you have for making yourself back off and address the uncertainty when you're about to swing?
Self-awareness and discipline are crucial. It's important to recognize when you're feeling uncertain and take a step back to reset and commit to your shot.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Think Above Par

What is Think Above Par about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on mastering golf mindset, helping serious players reduce overthinking, manage performance anxiety, and play calm, confident rounds. Episodes routinely blend mental-game strategies with practical on-course techniques—pre-shot routines, attitude management, dealing with wind, rule-related stress, and leveraging mental tools or apps to track and improve performance. A recurring strength is the host's candid, approachable style, mixing personal anecdotes with actionable takeaways, and weaving life coaching concepts into golf performance. A standout aspect is the blend of mindset coaching with real-world golf guidance, plus ongoing programs and tools designed to translate mindset work into lower scores and greater enjoyment on ... more

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