In this episode of The Mind Your Game Podcast, hosts Dustin Donner and Dr. Mat Park explore the importance of discovering your ‘why’ and identifying guiding principles that shape your life and career. Dr. Mat shares his personal journey from aspiring professional golfer to coach, revealing how his core values led him to his true calling. The episode includes an insightful exercise on mind mapping to help listeners identify their top core values and offers advice on staying true to them amid life’s challenges. Tune in to uncover how these principles can guide you toward a more authentic and fulfilling life. 00:00 Overcoming Intimidation: My Journey in Golf 01:29 Welcome to The Mind Your Game Podcast 01:47 Discovering Your ‘Why’ and Core Values 03:30 A Personal Story: Guiding Principles in Action 05:06 The Turning Point: Embracing Authenticity 15:39 Mind Mapping Exercise: Identifying Core Values 21:11 The Importance of Integrity and Honesty 24:15 Building Confidence Through Guiding Principles 25:10 Dustin’s Journey: From Athlete to Coach 29:34 The Power of Boundaries and Generosity 37:02 Final Thoughts

Mind Your Game Podcast Ep. 2: Cydney Clanton - Journey, Challenges & Mental Toughness in Golf Welcome to episode two of the Mind Your Game Podcast! In this episode, host Dustin Donner sits down with 14-year LPGA Tour veteran Cydney Clanton. With one career win, nine top 10 finishes, and 27 top 25 career finishes, Cydney shares her journey from deciding to be a professional golfer in sixth grade to navigating the highs and lows of her career. Listen as she discusses the importance of mental toughness, the role of a strong support system, and how she transitioned to helping others through her new venture with MPGA. This episode is packed with valuable insights for junior golfers, collegiate players, and anyone interested in the mental and strategic aspects of the game. 00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Announcement 01:20 Cydney Clanton’s Early Golf Journey 02:43 College Years and Professional Debut 03:02 Challenges and Triumphs on the LPGA Tour 13:35 The Role of Mental Strength in Golf 20:04 Building a Support System 27:25 Building a Belief System Beyond Results 30:10 The Importance of Trust in Golf 31:27 Advice for Junior Golfers: Setting Clear Goals 34:56 Introducing the MPGA Venture 35:21 The Role of Evaluation in Performance 37:33 Creating a Comprehensive Training System 47:56 Empowering Golfers with Tools and Techniques

Mind Your Game Podcast Ep. 1 | Overcoming Expectations and Ryder Cup Insights Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Mind Your Game Podcast, hosted by mental performance coach Dustin Donner and sport psychologist Dr. Mat Park. In this episode, Dustin and Dr. Mat introduce themselves and discuss the mental aspects of golf and life lessons that can be drawn from sports. They dive deep into the recent Ryder Cup, addressing how athletes manage external and internal expectations, the role of team chemistry, and the importance of mental preparation. The episode also features insights about handling high-pressure situations and maintaining focus amid distractions. Additionally, they highlight the potential benefits of having experienced team-building leaders like Coach K or Nick Saban as Ryder Cup captains. Tune in for a deep discussion on mastering the mental game, both on and off the course. 00:00 Welcome to Mind Your Game Podcast 00:07 Meet Your Hosts: Dustin and Dr. Mat 00:35 The Intersection of Sports and Life 02:01 Diving into the Ryder Cup 05:16 Handling Expectations and Pressure 24:55 The Power of Team Chemistry 29:25 Shoutout to Our Sponsor: Caddy Snacks

I had the privilege of talking about mindset with a room full of leaders at the Leadership Worth Following Summit in Denver, Co last week. Here is a replay of the keynote for anyone interested in watching how creating space in your mind - is one of the best mental skill to develop. Period.

Today I caught myself telling my daughter “not to spill her food on your shirt while she ate.” And guess what happened? You guessed it. She spilled on her shirt. Instantly, I reacted. I told her, “How could you do that?! I just told you not to do it!” And then, I was reminded of this video and my own advice I share to my students in MPGA. Write in the comments if you can relate to this and give an example of a recent time you fell for this trap! https://youtube.com/shorts/iPLe6N2GaXg?si=J-1O8mr-Yv0MUj_t