On-Course Rituals • Performance • Aiming Fluid Golf
Between-Hole Reset: A Simple Golf Ritual That Prevents Chaos
This is not motivation. It’s a repeatable system you run between holes to clear the last shot, protect pace, and arrive at the next tee with intent.
Test Verdict
Criteria: speed, repeatability, emotional reset, and zero impact on pace of play.
The Between-Hole Reset works because it pairs a physical action with a cognitive close-out. Water interrupts emotional carryover, wiping signals completion, and a one-sentence plan removes indecision. The entire ritual runs while moving to the next tee, which keeps it pace-safe and universally repeatable.
Why this ritual works when others fail
Most golfers carry the previous hole into the next one. This ritual creates a forced boundary. Each step is deliberately simple so it can be repeated under pressure, fatigue, or frustration.
- Water: a physical interrupt that breaks emotional momentum.
- Wipe: a cleanup cue that marks the end of the previous hole.
- Plan: a single sentence that removes hesitation on the next tee.
If any step adds delay, discussion, or setup, it stops being a ritual. Speed is part of the design.
For a cultural, pre-round ritual example that follows the same rules, see The Fairway Fix .
FAQ
When should I do the Between-Hole Reset?
While walking or riding to the next tee. It should be completed before you arrive at the tee box.
Does this slow down pace of play?
No. The ritual is designed to run during movement between holes. If it causes delay, it’s being done incorrectly.
Is this a mental game technique?
It’s a behavioral system. The mental benefit comes from consistent physical actions, not positive thinking.
Can beginners use this?
Yes. Simplicity is the point. The ritual works regardless of skill level.