Unlock the mindset and habits that transformed a former military contractor into a confident golfer with a remarkable handicap drop from 20+ to 8 in just over a year.In this episode, Chris shares how he used golf not only to challenge his physical skills but also to conquer mental hurdles, anxiety, and obsessive tendencies. Discover how working with a mental coach like Laura Scott helped him manage frustration and obsessiveness, turning golf into a true mental refuge. We explore how course management, realistic goals, and simplicity in tools like rangefinders have radically improved his game—a journey anyone fighting perfectionism or mental barriers can learn from.

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