In this episode, host Karl interviews Giles Croft, a former surgeon who transitioned into health informatics, cycling journalism, and eventually coaching.   They discuss Giles' varied career, his insights on career change, and his passion for cycling. Giles shares his journey from medicine to managing health information and finally to becoming a successful coach focusing on mental health and well-being.   They explore the importance of being present, handling anxiety, and letting go of...

In this episode, Karl and Gary revisit the transformative ideas from their book 'The Lost Art of Putting,' reflecting on its impact since its publication six years ago. To get a free 7 day trial of Mind Caddie go to  https://www.mindcaddie.golf/ They explore the concepts of focusing on pace over line, creative and intuitive approaches to putting, the importance of intention, attention, and attitude, and the role of acceptance in handling outcomes. Insights are shared from their...

In this episode, Karl welcomes back Tim O'Connor to discuss Tim's new book, 'Getting Unstuck: The Seven Transformational Practices for Golf Nerds'. If you want to book your Mind Caddie workshop for 2025 get in touch with us at www.themindfactor.com  They explore the extended life of their reciprocal conversations across their podcasts, touch on the captivating photo on the book's cover, and dive deep into the five components of golf: physical, technical, mental, emotional, and spiritual.  ...

In this engaging series, Karl and Fred delve into the intricate connections between golf and life. They explore how aging shifts one's perspective on the game, transforming it from a measure of self-worth to a source of joy and creativity. The discussion highlights the psychological aspects of golf, emphasizing self-awareness, the pitfalls of seeking external validation, and the power of being present. The narrative champions the importance of experiential learning over rigid instruction,...

In this episode, Karl and Jim discuss the intricacies of golf improvement and reflection at the end of a season.   They emphasize the importance of having a strategic plan and identifying weak areas in one's game, such as mental focus, long game, short game, or putting. They explore the concept of having a clear purpose for playing golf beyond ego enhancement, focusing on mastery, and identifying one's golfing personality: learner, competitor, or shot maker.   They touch on the mental...

Some winter inspiration from Karl Morris. What can you do this winter to develop your core skills? Follow and subscribe to get the latest episodes, comment if you have a question for Karl. Welcome to the Mind Caddie podcast with Karl Morris. The ultimate podcast for golf enthusiasts seeking to enhance their mental game and take their golf performance to new heights. Hosted by Europe's leading performance coach to PGA Tour players, Karl Morris, along with special guests, this show is your...

In this episode, Karl Morris interviews Dr. Craig Farnsworth, an optometrist turned renowned putting coach. Dr. Farnsworth discusses his journey from eye training to coaching elite golfers like Nick Faldo and Bernard Langer. He highlights the importance of visual skills in better aligning putts and overcoming mental barriers. Dr. Farnsworth shares insights into improving pace control and alignment through perceptual accuracy and visualization. He emphasizes the mental aspect of golf,...

Andrew, the author of 'The Overthinker's Guide to Life,' shares his unconventional career path, starting from health psychology to becoming an advertising creative and stand-up comedian. During the discussion, he delves into his struggles with overthinking, how it impacted his professional and personal life, and the insights he gained from his experiences. Andrew explains how learning to trust his instincts and stay present has enhanced his creativity and performance. He also provides...

In this insightful episode, Susie Meyers, author of 'Golf from Point A,' delves into the philosophical approach of her book, which emphasizes the importance of treating each shot, each day, and each moment as a new beginning akin to the letter 'A' in the alphabet. Meyers shares compelling anecdotes about golf and life, drawing parallels between the game and broader life lessons on adaptability, emotional resilience, and the significance of letting go of past burdens. She also reflects on...

From Early Beginnings to Professional Golf Success with Tom McKibbin In this episode, Tom McKibbin shares his journey from starting golf at age eight to becoming a professional golfer. He talks about early competitions at Hollywood Golf Club, the significant role of his long-term coach Johnny Foster, and the transition from amateur to professional golf. Tom discusses his experiences on tour, including his first win, dealing with different courses, and the invaluable influence of playing...

This episode features a deep dive into effective golf training with Peter and Stuart, founders of Practice Thinkers. The conversation explores how golfers can rethink their day-to-day training practices to challenge existing norms and improve performance. Stuart discusses the importance of aligning practice with actual game conditions and addressing performance anxiety through appropriate training methods.   They emphasize understanding the intrinsic dynamics of one's golf swing, using...

In this episode, Karl welcomes PGA Tour coach Ralph, a specialist in putting, to discuss his extensive experience and insights into improving golf performance.  Ralph, who has been coaching on the PGA Tour since 2009, shares his journey and highlights, including coaching notable players like Cam Davis and Johnny Vegas.  The conversation delves into Ralph's approach to putting, the common misconception of misreads and putt execution, and the development of his green reading system, the...

In this insightful episode, Karl interviews Howard, who shares his long journey in the world of golf. They reminisce about their early days, discuss Howard’s influential book 'The Making of a Coach,' and delve into the inspiration behind it, catalysed by personal loss.   Howard narrates his life filled with valuable lessons learned from family, the impact of influential figures in golf, his experiences with player coaching, and his time at various prestigious golf clubs. His stories...

In this episode, Karl Morris invites Howard, a seasoned radio host, comedian, and avid golfer, to discuss the intricacies of the mental side of golf.    Are you going to take ACTION and become a Certified Mind Factor coach? Join us for a wonderful three days in Manchester in November Get in touch at https://themindfactor.net/the-certification-course/  Howard shares insights from his multifaceted career, his experiences in various golf competitions, and how he transformed his approach...

The Essence of Being: Insights on Authentic Self and Performance Are you going to take ACTION and become a Certified Mind Factor coach? Join us for a wonderful three days in Manchester in November Get in touch at https://themindfactor.net/the-certification-course/  In this thoughtful conversation, host Karl Morris welcomes Garrett Kramer to discuss recent developments in Garrett's life, including personal projects and the release of his latest book.  The dialogue delves deep into the...

Today on the show we are joined by former European Tour player and coach Paul Affleck Paul played for a number of years on the main tour after winning the Challenge Tour to secure his playing rights. Are you going to take ACTION and become a Certified Mind Factor coach? Join us for a wonderful three days in Manchester in November Get in touch at https://themindfactor.net/the-certification-course/  We had a wonderful conversation about his development as a player from the early years as...

Today on the podcast we are joined by Dr Laura Carey and Caesar Bayliss from Perception Sport Are you going to take ACTION and become a Certified Mind Factor coach? Join us for a wonderful three days in Manchester in November Get in touch at https://themindfactor.net/the-certification-course/  Laura has conducted some amazing research around putting over the past number of years in particular around gaze control and also brain activity prior to actually hitting the putt. What she has...

How ‘Socratic’ questioning could help transform your game Today we have on the show internationally renowned coach Nick Bradley who has written a fantastic new book called ‘The 50 secrets to GREAT GOLF you don’t know about YET!’ Are you going to take ACTION and become a Certified Mind Factor coach? Join us for a wonderful three days in Manchester in November Get in touch at https://themindfactor.net/the-certification-course/  One of the secrets really stood out to me Socratic...

Today on the podcast we are joined by author and executive coach Becky Hall who has written a wonderful book called ‘The Art of Enough’ Download Mind Caddie for hundreds of short audio lessons and exercises produced by Karl and start improving your mental game the same way as six major champions: https://mindcaddie.onelink.me/7xjx/znldwgbi  During a very wide ranging conversation we to a deep dive into the concept of ENOUGH What is enough? In a world where we it is constantly being...

Today I am joined on the show by my good friend and colleague Andrew Knott. Andrew is the head professional at the All Thailand Golf Centre in Bangkok which in amazing location dedicated to providing one of the best environments for learning and development in South East Asia. Download Mind Caddie for hundreds of short audio lessons and exercises produced by Karl and start improving your mental game the same way as six major champions: https://mindcaddie.onelink.me/7xjx/znldwgbi  I met up...

Today on the show we welcome back a great guest in Jayne Storey who has just published a new book called ‘The athlete’s ascent’. Download Mind Caddie for hundreds of short audio lessons and exercises produced by Karl and start improving your mental game the same way as six major champions: https://mindcaddie.onelink.me/7xjx/znldwgbi  We had again a wonderful conversation about her work on what it can mean for you and your game. Jayne has a wealth of knowledge and experience of martial arts...

Today we have the opportunity to spend some more time with coach Kent Osborne. He is the author of the book ‘Scratch Attitude’ Are you going to take ACTION and become a Certified Mind Factor coach? Join us for a wonderful three days in Manchester in November Get in touch at https://themindfactor.net/the-certification-course/  Here is a great quote from his website "You see … before I  became a golfer I was a pioneer in the executive coaching field, My experience working with...

The Skill of ACCEPTANCE and why it is SO important to develop – Karl Morris Why you will always fall short of your true capability without this skill Thanks for joining me on today’s Brain Booster which is a solo run from me. I wanted to take the opportunity to bring together some of the key concepts from the previous months and some of the recent guests. Are you going to take ACTION and become a Certified Mind Factor coach? Join us for a wonderful three days in Manchester in November ...

Today we welcome back onto the show Jon Sherman author of the brilliant ‘Four Foundations of Golf’ and his latest book ‘The Foundations of Winning Golf’ Become a MIND FACTOR COACH - a three-day course November 22nd to 24th Friday thru Sunday in Manchester UK. Set yourself apart from the rest, find out more here: https://themindfactor.net/the-certification-course/  We had a wonderful conversation all about competing in tournaments. What we discussed is so relevant to anyone wanting to get...