Rooted Sport Psychology Show

Why Golfers Overthink (and how to stop)

Golf is one of the biggest mental battles in sports ⛳️🧠 This week on the podcast, I sat down with Brock McCormack, CMPC, to break down the mental side of golf and why so many golfers struggle with: • Letting go of bad shots • Overthinking and “fixing” during rounds • Rushing routines • Score watching • Comparing themselves to pros • Playing scared instead of playing to win One bad shot does NOT mean your swing is broken. We talked about: ✔️ Why perfectionism can hurt golfers ✔️ How to stop catastrophizing mistakes ✔️ Why even the best golfers in the world make bogeys ✔️ A simple 3-step reset process after bad shots ✔️ The importance of target, tempo, and trust ✔️ How to handle pressure, leaderboards, and playing partners ✔️ Why golf is truly a game of managing failure One of my favorite reminders from this episode: “What now?” is a much better question than “Why did that happen?” Golf isn’t about being perfect. It’s about responding well, staying present, and trusting what got you there in the first place. If you’re a golfer, coach, or parent of a golfer, this episode is packed with practical mental strategies you can start using immediately. 🎙️ Check out my website for more information on 1:1 coaching: ⁠⁠⁠www.rootedsportpsychcoach.com⁠⁠ [https://rootedsportpsychcoach.com/]  Email: ⁠georgia@rootedsportpsychcoach.com⁠ [georgia@rootedsportpsychcoach.com] Phone: 786-833-8585 Follow Georgia on social! Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@rootedsportpsych⁠ ⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/rootedsportpsych/?next=%2F&hl=en] TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@RootedSportPsychologyCoaching]https://www.tiktok.com/@rooted.sport.psy?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc [https://www.tiktok.com/@rooted.sport.psy?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc]  LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/georgia-miller-rooted [http://www.linkedin.com/in/georgia-miller-rooted]  ⁠Youtube⁠: ⁠⁠@RootedSportPsychologyCoaching⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@RootedSportPsychologyCoaching]

Why Ball Players Avoid Failure (and how to stop)

In this episode, Georgia Miller, M.Ed., CMPC is joined by former collegiate pitcher and mental performance coach Brock McCormack [https://mackmental.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com] to break down the unique mental side of baseball and softball. From the pressure-filled travel ball environment to the obsession with stats, recruiting, and social media, they discuss how athletes can stop playing for others’ approval and reconnect with their love for the game. Georgia and Brock also dive into practical mental performance strategies including routines, between-pitch resets, productive self-talk, handling failure, dugout culture, and staying present under pressure. Athletes will learn how to use stats as feedback instead of identity, why routines are essential for competing in the moment, and how to navigate the ups and downs that make baseball and softball such mentally demanding sports. Whether you’re a baseball or softball athlete, parent, or coach, this episode provides simple, applicable tools to help athletes compete more freely, confidently, and consistently. Check out my website for more information on 1:1 coaching: ⁠⁠⁠www.rootedsportpsychcoach.com⁠⁠ [https://rootedsportpsychcoach.com/]  Email: ⁠georgia@rootedsportpsychcoach.com⁠ [georgia@rootedsportpsychcoach.com] Phone: 786-833-8585 Follow Georgia on social! Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@rootedsportpsych⁠ ⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/rootedsportpsych/?next=%2F&hl=en] TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@RootedSportPsychologyCoaching]https://www.tiktok.com/@rooted.sport.psy?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc [https://www.tiktok.com/@rooted.sport.psy?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc]  LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/georgia-miller-rooted [http://www.linkedin.com/in/georgia-miller-rooted]  ⁠Youtube⁠: ⁠⁠@RootedSportPsychologyCoaching⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@RootedSportPsychologyCoaching]

5 Ways To Be a More Humble and Confident Athlete

Georgia Miller, M.Ed, CMPC, explores the true meaning of humility in sports, debunking common misconceptions and sharing practical ways athletes can cultivate humility and confidence. Learn five actionable strategies to enhance your sportsmanship and personal growth. Takeaways —Humility is not dismissing compliments but graciously accepting them. —Owning your strengths and weaknesses fosters respect and confidence. —Encouraging and celebrating others builds team spirit and personal confidence. —Small acts of humility, like cleaning up, create ripple effects. —Gratitude keeps athletes grounded and humble. —Apologizing when wrong demonstrates maturity and confidence. Check out my website for more information on 1:1 coaching: ⁠⁠⁠www.rootedsportpsychcoach.com⁠⁠ [https://rootedsportpsychcoach.com/]  Email: ⁠georgia@rootedsportpsychcoach.com⁠ [georgia@rootedsportpsychcoach.com] Phone: 786-833-8585 Follow Georgia on social! Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@rootedsportpsych⁠ ⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/rootedsportpsych/?next=%2F&hl=en] TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@RootedSportPsychologyCoaching]https://www.tiktok.com/@rooted.sport.psy?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc [https://www.tiktok.com/@rooted.sport.psy?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc]  LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/georgia-miller-rooted [http://www.linkedin.com/in/georgia-miller-rooted]  ⁠Youtube⁠: ⁠⁠@RootedSportPsychologyCoaching⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@RootedSportPsychologyCoaching]

Running with Alexa: Insights from a D1 Athlete

In this episode, Alexa Novak shares her journey from a young athlete to a Division 1 runner, offering insights into her training routines, recruiting process, mental strategies, and tips for aspiring athletes. Check out my website for more information on 1:1 coaching: ⁠⁠⁠www.rootedsportpsychcoach.com⁠⁠ [https://rootedsportpsychcoach.com/]  Email: ⁠georgia@rootedsportpsychcoach.com⁠ [georgia@rootedsportpsychcoach.com] Phone: 786-833-8585 Follow Georgia on social! Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@rootedsportpsych⁠ ⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/rootedsportpsych/?next=%2F&hl=en] TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@RootedSportPsychologyCoaching]https://www.tiktok.com/@rooted.sport.psy?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc [https://www.tiktok.com/@rooted.sport.psy?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc]  LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/georgia-miller-rooted [http://www.linkedin.com/in/georgia-miller-rooted]  ⁠Youtube⁠: ⁠⁠@RootedSportPsychologyCoaching⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@RootedSportPsychologyCoaching]

Quick Sport Psychology Tools for Coaches

In this episode, Georgia Miller, M.Ed., CMPC shares simple, time-efficient ways coaches can integrate sport psychology into everyday practice. Learn how to use quick team debriefs, visualization, intentional wording, and focused feedback to build stronger, more confident athletes—without sacrificing practice time. Check out my website for more information on 1:1 coaching: ⁠⁠⁠www.rootedsportpsychcoach.com⁠⁠ [https://rootedsportpsychcoach.com/]  Email: ⁠georgia@rootedsportpsychcoach.com⁠ [georgia@rootedsportpsychcoach.com] Phone: 786-833-8585 Follow Georgia on social! Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@rootedsportpsych⁠ ⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/rootedsportpsych/?next=%2F&hl=en] TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@RootedSportPsychologyCoaching]https://www.tiktok.com/@rooted.sport.psy?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc [https://www.tiktok.com/@rooted.sport.psy?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc]  LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/georgia-miller-rooted [http://www.linkedin.com/in/georgia-miller-rooted]  ⁠Youtube⁠: ⁠⁠@RootedSportPsychologyCoaching⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@RootedSportPsychologyCoaching]