Why Your Worst Golf Is 90% Mental w/ Jared Tendler

Jared Tendler’s new book, *Everyday Golf Psychology*, provides a practical framework for navigating the mental challenges of golf. The discussion challenges the "myth of finding it," arguing that golf is an ever-evolving struggle rather than a problem to be solved. Tendler emphasizes that frustration often stems from an illusion of control and unrealistic expectations, suggesting that "injecting logic" early in the emotional escalation process acts as a vital corrective measure. The conversation also highlights the necessity of acknowledging luck as an inherent variable and warns against relying on self-criticism as a sustainable motivator. Finally, the speakers clarify that while golf is not "90% mental," the most destructive rounds often are, making psychological work essential for raising the floor of a player's performance and maintaining long-term growth.