I didn't mean to not update the journal for such a long time. I need to get back to regular updates. The events of the last few months are exactly the sort of thing I want to capture here.
I haven't played in any tournaments in that time and instead have been working on getting more consistent swing mechanics. It seems like I'm having success there because my ball striking has been stellar lately. I'm hitting the majority of greens in regulation, and if I miss a fairway I'm only off by a yard or two. I haven't hit it in a hazard in over a month.
The end result is that my scores are dropping quick, including a personal best 4-under (68) not too long ago. I feel like I didn't play well if I shoot a 74 or higher, which is amazing because just a few months ago I'd take a 74 any day. My handicap has dropped to a 0.1 from a 4.0 in the last 3-4 months. Crazy.
Previously in the journal I talked about how I was starting to use visualization as part of my preshot routine. It's become a habit now, and at times it's astonishing how I can visualize a shot or putt and then execute exactly what I saw without thinking about it. The mind is a powerful thing.
Visualization is definitely helping. It's one of those things I want to tell everyone I meet, and at times I try, but for most it's a topic or a concept that doesn't seem to get much traction. Most everyone is more interested in how they can swing better or simply hit the ball straight (and far).
I haven't figured out what's bringing the better golf game, but it's likely a combination of things that are finally coming together for me after a year of work. Visualization, concentration, improved course management, ball striking, chipping.. the whole deal.
Anyway, I need to stay updated with this. Lots of good things happening right now in my game, and I have a few big events coming up in the next few months. I'll be practicing nearly every day for the next 8-10 weeks in preparation for these events - lots of work to do.
