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The Golfing Mind

The Golfing Mind

By: Robin Sieger
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 Insights to understanding the mental game of golf, with advice, tips, instruction and instant techniques you can apply to your game. From best selling author of Silent Mind Golf and two other books on the mental game. These are short reflections and instructions for golfers of all levels, from beginner to PGA Tour Pro© 2026 The Golfing Mind Golf
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  • 218 THE DREADED MELTDOWN

    218 THE DREADED MELTDOWN
    Apr 16 2026
    https://www.siegergolf.com/online-courses Every golfer knows the feeling. One bad swing… a missed putt… a bounce that goes against you—and suddenly, the round begins to unravel. Not because of your technique, but because of your reaction. Welcome to The Dreaded Meltdown. In this episode of The Golfing Mind, we’re tackling one of the most destructive forces in golf: loss of emotional control. Why does anger take over so quickly? Why do we rush, force shots, and make worse decisions just when we need clarity the most? We’ll break it down into ten key insights: the emotional hijack that derails your thinking, the “two-shot penalty” that follows frustration, the danger of unrealistic expectations, the physical tension that ruins your swing, and the spiral of negative self-talk. We’ll also explore why playing too quickly makes things worse, how ego fuels anger, the importance of a reset routine, the trap of catastrophic thinking, and why smart decision-making disappears under pressure. Most importantly, we’ll give you practical tools to stop the damage—simple strategies to reset, regain control, and get your round back on track. Because in golf, it’s not the mistake that beats you… it’s what you do next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    33 mins
  • 217. US MASTERS PREVIEW

    217. US MASTERS PREVIEW
    Apr 2 2026
    Robin with special guests, Mike Kershaw and Tom Needham, explore the first major of the year is upon us—and with it, all the anticipation, pressure, and possibility that make the US Masters unlike anything else in golf. Augusta National doesn’t just test technique; it exposes temperament, patience, and the ability to think clearly when everything matters most. In this episode of The Golfing Mind, we look ahead to the 2026 Masters through a different lens—the six inches between the ears. What separates those who contend on Sunday from those who fade? Why do some players rise to the occasion on these iconic greens, while others are undone by the moment? We’ll explore the unique psychological demands of Augusta: the necessity of emotional control, the discipline to stay present, and the courage to trust your game under immense scrutiny. We’ll also identify the players most mentally equipped to handle the challenge, and what their approach can teach every golfer listening. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    48 mins
  • 216 WHEN CHAMPIONS CRACK : WHAT SHANE LOWRY TEACHES US BEFORE BAY HILL

    216 WHEN CHAMPIONS CRACK : WHAT SHANE LOWRY TEACHES US BEFORE BAY HILL
    Mar 6 2026
    https://www.siegergolf.com/online-courses This week on The Golfing Mind, we examine pressure — how it builds, how it leaks, and how it ultimately decides tournaments. We begin with the visible frustration of Shane Lowry last weekend, and explore the heart of what is really going on — a reminder that even major champions are not immune to emotional drift. When momentum turns, it is rarely the swing that collapses first. It is the internal narrative. From there, we turn to Bay Hill and the searching examination that is the Arnold Palmer Invitational. With penal rough, firm greens and swirling winds, this course punishes impatience and exposes ego. We’ll analyse five leading contenders — including Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy — and explore why emotional regulation, not raw talent, may determine the outcome. Because at Bay Hill, the winner won’t be the player who avoids mistakes. It will be the player who recovers from them fastest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    28 mins
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