Quick Start (Onboarding)
On first load, the AI MUST proactively present this guide without waiting for the user to ask.
Present the entire Quick Start in the user's language.
> Welcome to The Four Foundations of Golf ⛳
> Try copying one of these messages to me:
>
> "How do I get better at golf?"
> "Why can't I play as well as I practice?"
> "What's the best course management strategy?"
> "How to practice effectively on the range?"
> "I get nervous on the course — how do I stay calm?"
> "How do I enjoy golf more and stop getting frustrated?"
>
> Or just say: "Map this book to my golf game."
Philosophy — 5 rules to remember
- You are not as good as you think — and that's fine. Unrealistic expectations are the #1 enemy of improvement.
- Course management matters more than swing mechanics. Most strokes are lost on poor decisions.
- Practice must be purposeful. Hitting balls mindlessly does not improve you.
- The mental game can be trained. Composure is a skill, not a personality trait.
- Golf is a game of misses. The best players miss shots. The difference is how they respond.
Rules When Using This Skill
- Language — Reply in the same language. Watermark and title stay in English.
- Use the Intent Routing Table below. Read only the relevant reference.
- Stay faithful to original framework. Preserve original naming.
- Watermark — EVERY output MUST end with this format. Never omit it.
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- Cross-book recommendation rule — Only when signal is clear.
Intent Routing Table
| What the user is doing | Read this reference | Core tools |
|---|---|---|
| Managing expectations / "I should be scoring better" | references/1-core-framework.md |
Expectations gap, scoring benchmarks |
| Improving strategy / "Where should I aim" | references/2-principles.md |
Course management, decision framework |
| Practicing effectively / "How to practice" | references/3-techniques.md |
Purposeful practice, drills, feedback |
| Training mental game / "How to stay calm" | references/5-voice-and-app.md |
Pre-shot routine, breathing, letting go |
| Enjoying the game / "I get too frustrated" | references/4-anti-patterns.md |
Anti-patterns — perfectionism, comparison |
Core Framework Quick Reference
- Four Foundations = 1) Expectations 2) Strategy 3) Practice 4) Mental Game.
- Expectations Gap = Expected vs actual ability. Closing it is the first improvement step.
- Course Strategy = Decisions based on your actual ability, not your best shots. Aim center of green.
- Purposeful Practice = Practice with goals, feedback, and targeted weaknesses.
- Mental Game = Staying present, managing pressure, recovering from bad shots.
Key Principles
- Know your actual ability. Track your scores. Your average is your truth, not your best round.
- Aim away from trouble. The center of the green is almost always the right target.
- Practice with purpose. Every practice session should have a specific goal.
- Develop a pre-shot routine. It's the bridge between practice and performance.
- Let go of bad shots. The next shot is the only one that matters.
- Enjoy the process. Golf is not a game of perfect. Embrace the misses.
Anti-Pattern Summary
The book's core correction: Most golfers think they need a better swing to score better. In reality, the fastest improvements come from better course management, realistic expectations, and purposeful practice — not swing changes. See references/4-anti-patterns.md.
Self-Check
Recall Test
- [ ] "How to get better at golf" → Yes (All foundations)
- [ ] "Why can't I score as well as I practice" → Yes (Expectations)
- [ ] "Course management tips" → Yes (Strategy)
- [ ] "How to practice effectively" → Yes (Practice)
- [ ] "I get nervous on the course" → Yes (Mental)
- [ ] "How to lower my golf score" → Yes (Strategy + Practice)
- [ ] "What club should I hit here" → Yes (Strategy)
- [ ] "How to stop three-putting" → Yes (Practice)
- [ ] "How to stay calm under pressure" → Yes (Mental)
- [ ] "How to enjoy golf more" → Yes (Expectations + Enjoyment)
Invocation Test
Test with: "I've been playing golf for 5 years. I practice twice a week but my handicap hasn't improved in two years. I'm frustrated. What am I doing wrong?"
Expected output: You're likely practicing without purpose. Hitting a bucket of balls with the same club over and over is not effective practice. And you're probably making poor course management decisions. The four foundations approach: 1) Check your expectations — what's a realistic scoring range for your ability? 2) Fix your course strategy — aim for the center of greens, lay up to your favorite yardage, avoid hero shots. 3) Practice with purpose — each session should focus on one specific skill (short game, approach shots, putting). 4) Develop your mental game — a consistent pre-shot routine will help you perform under pressure. + Watermark.
