Performance
Mental and emotional mastery are hugely significant to not only performance on the golf course but within many areas of life itself.
Change begins when any limiting patterns of habits are broken and replaced with more positive, consistent and desire-focussed thoughts and beliefs, supporting us and working in alignment with what we want.
Limiting patterns of habit at times may go unnoticed as through long periods of repetition have become an automatic and unconscious routine. Developing an awareness of our inner dialogue and belief systems creates an opportunity to guide thoughts, emotions and ultimately beliefs into the path of what we wish to achieve, which is hugely self empowering and can determine success in both sport and life.
Often we look to our circumstances and environment to change how we think and feel, ‘I will believe it when I see it!’, ‘I will believe I am a good putter when I see the evidence’, ‘I will feel confident I am a good player when I see the results’ Of course there is no denying that hitting a good golf shot or putt will instil greater confidence in a golfer and yes, a relatively sound technique will allow this to happen more consistently. However, if we constantly rely on external events to dictate our belief system and what we feel on the inside, there is greater potential for it to become more of a roller coaster ride of events, some good days, some not so good.
It is in fact our internal world that can greatly affect our external environment and results and certainly provide success on a more consistent basis.
Scientific evidence highlights that the brain is a changeable organ and holds a degree of Neuroplasticity. So in fact the brain is not hardwired, we do not have to settle for ‘that is just the way I am’ or ‘it’s in my genes!’ If we have a negative pattern of thought, which ultimately forms a belief, new neural pathways in the brain can be established, the physical structure of your brain can and will change accordingly – what an empowering opportunity!
The world of mental and emotional mastery covers philosophies from both the Eastern and Western hemispheres and the latest findings in neuroscience are continually affirming the evidence relating to the mind-body connection. To ignore this connection with regards to our performance is to leave out a huge piece to the puzzle.
Alec Wilkey
I have been playing golf for 30 years now and play off 6, I have always had the odd lesson to tidy up my swing etc, but since meeting Nicky I must say she far outshines the other Pros that I have encountered. She can explain complex movements so simply that it all just seems to click into place. When you visit Nicky with a problem with your game, she spots the cause more or less immediately and equips you with the skills and confidence to go on to overcome that problem.
Ruaidhri Mcgee
I moved to Spain from Ireland to pursue a career in golf. At the time I was on the Ireland Boys Team and playing International events. I met Nicky in my second year here and I have worked with her ever since. There has been a dramatic improvement in my game since I began working with Nicky. She is highly qualified in all the ares of teaching and working on every aspect of the game with her has made a huge difference to my game. She has helped me with fitness, diet and the mental side of golf. She has helped me take my game to the next level.
Mike Turner
I had been going downhill with my golf until I met up with this magic lady – after six lessons I am on my way back from oblivion. Nicky’s technique is sympathetic and does not mean that you have to change everything as some coaches insist. She finds the worthwhile bits left in your arsenal and brings them up to scratch (not that “scratch” – yet) so that confidence returns and I am now able to give my colleagues a decent game and return to the clubhouse with a reasonable number of points. She is a truly natural teacher and explains things very simply so that they make absolute sense. I now enjoy my golf once more. Thank you Nicky.
Di Marks-Maran
Nicky is the best golf teacher I have met, and I have taken lessons from a number of golf professionals. She has a calm and supportive approach to her teaching. As a teacher myself, I know a great teacher when I see one – and Nicky is a great teacher. Each session I have had with her has given me some ‘gold nuggets’ of advice and information that have really improved my game. She focuses on one aspect of your game at a time and never overburdens you with too much information. Since working with Nicky my handicap has reduced significantly and I feel certain that it will continue to come down even more.
Sylvia Docking
Nicky Lawrenson has a natural talent and flair for teaching. My background is in education and training, on many occasions in my career, I have met a teacher who stands out from the rest – a teacher who has the flair and ability to help others to reach their full potential. In the world of golf, Nicky is one of these exceptionally gifted teachers. She brings out the best in those who have lessons from her, whether they are high or low handicappers. I play off a handicap of 18 and have already improved my consistency and ball striking with help from Nicky.