Golf Quote by Ben Hogan
“Like most professional golfers, I have a tendency to remember my poor shots a shade more vividly than the good ones.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Golf Magazine, 1960
Our minds cling to mistakes more strongly than successes, shaping confidence and performance.
In simple terms: Bad shots stick in memory more than good ones.
Key Takeaway
Learn from errors without letting them dominate.
Themes
confidence
learning
performance
mindset
Mood
thoughtful
encouraging
Type
inspirational
psychological
When to use this quote
- sports coaching
- skill practice
- mental training
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
growth mindset
resilience
Questions to Reflect On
- What strategies help balance reflection on errors with recognition of successes?
- How does this bias affect other fields?
A Different Perspective
Focusing on failures can erode confidence.
