How A Strong Mental Game Turns Pressure Into Performance With Special Guest Kai Laird From The Performance Pursuit

Send us Fan MailReady to turn tournament nerves into clean lines and confident putts? We sit down with performance consultant and licensed therapist Kai Laird to unpack a mental game that actually holds under pressure. From the first hello to a working plan, Kai shows how assessments connect self-talk, anxiety, focus, and confidence so you can aim your effort where it counts. Instead of vague advice, you’ll hear crisp frameworks, clear routines, and field-tested cues that translate straight to your next round.We break down the loop all competitors know too well—one mistake, spiraling thoughts, tight hands—and learn how to disrupt it with a three-step process: notice, name, neutralize. Kai explains how pre-shot routines, simple breathing, and vivid performance cues steer your attention toward the only shot that matters: the one in front of you. We explore growth mindset versus fixed mindset, why pressure can be a privilege, and how reframing restores joy and consistency when the card gets quiet and the wind picks up.Visualization takes center stage with short, daily sessions that combine first-person “feel” and third-person “form.” You’ll learn how to add sight, sound, and touch to your mental reps, why imagery works best when your body is relaxed, and how the right cue becomes a movie your muscles follow. We also address real-life challenges—injuries, anxiety, depression, and the transition after college or pro careers—and share practical ways to find the right fit, whether you need a certified mental performance consultant or a licensed therapist.Hit play for tools you can use today: better routines, cleaner self-talk, and a mindset that bounces. If this helped your game, subscribe, share with your card-mates, and leave a review so more players can level up their mental bag.Support the showDisc Golf Changes Lives <3To support this podcast or arrange for an interview please contact us at [email protected]