Attitude is everything! Many experts believe it is careful and premeditated preparation that allows a golfer to experience a mental edge in recreational or tournament play. What you say, what you think and how you act all contribute to your state of mind, and therefore contribute to the outcome of your game. Keep a positive and hopeful spirit when you play. According to Dr. Patrick Cohn, a sports psychology expert, the following components create your mental advantage and they begin with… a dream, a vision, the desire, the power, the guidance, the wisdom and the determination.

Source Susan Hill